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Denmark

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Denmark, officially known as the Kingdom of Denmark, is a prominent player in the global market, headquartered in DK. Renowned for its robust economy, Denmark excels in various industries, including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, and information technology. Founded in the early 10th century, the nation has achieved significant milestones, particularly in sustainable practices and innovation. The country is celebrated for its unique core products, such as wind turbines and high-quality pharmaceuticals, which set it apart in the global marketplace. Denmark's commitment to sustainability has positioned it as a leader in green technology, earning accolades for its ambitious climate goals. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Denmark continues to thrive, making it a key hub for businesses seeking innovative solutions and sustainable practices.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Denmark's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

11

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Public Administration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Denmark's score of 11 is lower than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Denmark's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Denmark's total carbon emissions reached approximately 45,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 10,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile combustion), 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (fuel and energy-related activities). Denmark has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives were not disclosed in the available data. The country has been actively working towards climate neutrality by 2040, as outlined in various climate reports. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it is independently reported. The most recent emissions intensity figures indicate a GHG emissions intensity of about 1,150 kg CO2e per tonne for 2023, down from approximately 1,200 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022 and 1,250 kg CO2e per tonne in 2021. Overall, Denmark's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce emissions across all scopes.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Denmark's primary industry is Public administration and defence services; compulsory social security services (75), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Denmark is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Denmark is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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