Denmark approves two wind energy islands with total capacity of 5GW

The Danish government and parliament have approved the development of two wind energy islands with a total capacity of 5GW by 2030.

 

The 1GW Hesselo offshore wind farm is also approved. The approvals are part of a broader climate agreement which also includes the promotion of power-to-X plants. The agreement further includes plans for more charging stations for electric cars, energy efficiency improvements for industry, green power and more biogas.