Independent from Fossil Fuels by 2050

The Danish government recently presented a strategy on how to achieve independence from fossil fuels by 2050. The strategy is a first of its kind in the world; fully financed, while still taking full account of Danish competitiveness and making sure that the average Danish household will not pay a huge extra bill. The government’s goal of making Denmark independent of fossil fuels by 2050 is based on the realization that the world is facing a new era for energy policy. The 20th century was largely driven by access to cheap and plentiful coal, oil and gas. With fossil energy resources dwindling and demand for energy increasing, we know that this is not sustainable in the long run. Hence, in the 21st century we will have to find other means of satisfying our energy needs.

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