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Europe is once again facing high energy prices and serious questions about security of supply. At the same time, climate change has slipped down the agenda in many places. In the latest episode of Sound of Green, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen explains why he still sees the green transition as Europe's best answer.

Across Europe and beyond, the headlines are starting to sound familiar: Local opposition. Delays. Resistance to renewable projects. But what if that is only part of the story? In this episode of Sound of Green, we explore why local acceptance is not just a barrier to overcome, but a prerequisite for scaling renewable energy and strengthening security of supply. Because when communities are engaged early and given a real stake in projects, something shifts. From resistance to participation. From scepticism to empowerment. And ultimately, towards a more resilient and secure energy system. With insights from: Stephan Krabsen, Avedøre Energy Community Chris Vrettos, Rescoop Mogens Halgskjær, Andel

In this episode we visit Schneider Electric at their CO₂-neutral plant in Ringsted. Here, sustainability is embedded in every facet of production, from lighting systems to waste management. As one of the world’s most sustainable companies, Schneider Electric has redefined what it means to run a low-emission, high-efficiency factory. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In Denmark, rain falls roughly 170 days a year. So, when the sun finally breaks through, most Danes take notice. But while fresh air and daylight are essential for human well-being, not all buildings are designed to deliver them. That’s where VELUX comes in. Known globally for their roof windows and skylights, the company has spent more than 80 years finding ways to bring natural light indoors – and now, they’re also working to ensure that the nature it comes from stays protected. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

Most people think of paint as something decorative, but at Hempel it’s something very different. Their coatings are engineered to protect, preserve, and optimise everything from ships to industrial infrastructure. In this episode of Next stop: Green Business, we explore how Hempel is transforming the coatings industry with solutions that cut fuel use, lower emissions, and extend the lifetime of essential assets - proving that when it comes to colour, Hempel is all about green. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In this episode, we visit FLS at their Copenhagen headquarters. Minerals are the backbone of modern life but producing them comes at a cost. Luckily, FLS is rethinking the journey of the rocks, showing how smarter technology and innovation can help one of the world’s most resource-intensive industries move towards a greener future. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In this episode we visit PensionDanmark at their headquarters in Copenhagen. Being a first mover is not always easy, but 15 years ago, Pension Denmark saw a potential in investing in green energy making their members – and the world - much richer. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In this episode we visit cable manufacturer NKT at their factory in Asnæs, Denmark, where giant cable drums lie coiled with the infrastructure of the future. While wind turbines and electric vehicles often steal the spotlight of the green transition, none of them would function without one thing: cables. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In the latest episode of ‘Next stop: Green business’, we visit Grundfos – a company synonymous with water solutions, yet often operating behind the scenes. In a world where climate change manifests as both too much and too little water, Grundfos is making the case that water – and the energy we use to move it – is central to sustainable progress. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In this series, we ask Danish companies why they continue to believe, despite growing pressures and uncertainties, that green business is good business. In this episode, we visit Danfoss. Usually, taking your own medicine has an unpleasant connotation, but for Danfoss, it’s proof of concept: By applying their own technologies to cut emissions, they demonstrate how competitive decarbonisation works in practice — both for the bottom line and for the climate. Many of us know Danfoss for their thermostats, but actually, they only account for 0.04% of the business. What Danfoss essentially does is provide components for industry and buildings that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. And with over 100.000 unique product references, taking their own medicine is no small feat. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In this episode of “Next stop: Green business”, we visit ROCKWOOL. ROCKWOOL is a legacy business. Founded in 1909, ROCKWOOL’s first stone wool factory was established in 1937 in Hedehusene just outside Copenhagen. Close to a century later, the group HQ is still in that very same spot, and unlocking the strengths of stone wool is still the company’s purpose. In this series, we ask Danish companies why they continue to believe, despite growing pressures and uncertainties, that green business is good business. The series will be published bi-weekly on your favourite podcast streaming platform. Want more from State of Green? https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/

In our new podcast series, Next Stop: Green Business, we go on the road to meet the Danish companies proving that green business is good business. From headquarters to production sites, we hear directly from the people turning climate ambitions into a competitive edge. Globally, there's never been more emphasis on the industrial sector’s role in driving down emissions and resource consumption. Many Danish companies are turning the challenge of creating green value chains into an opportunity for environmental, social and economic value creation, making the case for seeing the green transition of value chains not as a cost, but as a competitive advantage. Learn more and explore real-world cases at stateofgreen.com.

In this episode of Sound of Green podcast, we explore ABQP4WIND: a industry-wide collaboration which have helped Denmark shape a global quality framework for wind energy. As the global build-out of wind energy accelerates to meet climate and energy security targets, so do the complexities of scaling its supply chains. In this episode of Sound of Green, we explore how a Danish-born initiative, APQP4Wind, is setting a new global standard for quality and collaboration in the wind industry. Learn more at stateofgreen.com

How do you create a cost-effective and sustainable heat transition? Why has Denmark chosen to bet on district heating? And what does it take to unlock its benefits? These are some of the questions discussed in this Sound of Green episode about heat planning and district heating. In this episode, we explore how decades of Danish experiences with heat planning and district heating are being disseminated and tell the story of the value they’ve already created just south of the Danish border. The story is told by Toke Liengaard advisor and team leader at the Danish Energy Agency, Volker Kienzlen, managing director of Klimaschutz- und Energieagentur Baden-Württemberg and Markus Lempp, Head of International Policy, Markets and Energy Economics at Danfoss. For information, check out our white paper at stateofgreen.com: https://stateofgreen.com/en/publications/district-energy/

In this episode of the Sound of Green podcast, we explore the potential of increased grid and market interconnectivity through the case of Viking Link: the world’s longest power cable connecting the UK and Denmark. Listen to the episode and get insights from key actors such as Michael C. Hjorth, Chief Commercial Officer at NKT,  Kristoffer Böttzauw, Director of the Danish Energy Agency and Rebecca Sedler, Managing Director of Interconnectors at the UK energy company National Grid. How do you create an energy supply that is both green, affordable and secure all at the same? As the geopolitical events of the past few years have shown, it is an ideal that’s difficult to uphold. However, those same events have also made it clear that we can’t let the flow of renewable energy be constrained by borders if we want to see the green energy transition through. To be sure, distributing energy across borders and connecting both grids and markets requires a complex level of collaboration – one that Denmark has long succeeded in. For more information and case material on interconnectors: https://stateofgreen.com/en/focus-areas/energy-distribution-and-integration/