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Denmark Sustainability Profile

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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.

26

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Denmark's score of 26 is lower than 55% 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 amounted to 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). The emissions data for 2021 to 2023 indicates a gradual increase in GHG emissions intensity, with values of 1,250 kg CO2e per tonne in 2021, 1,200 kg CO2e per tonne in 2022, and 1,150 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023. Denmark has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality by 2040. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other reduction frameworks. The country continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability efforts, although detailed reduction strategies have not been specified. This data is not cascaded from any parent organization and reflects Denmark's independent reporting on its emissions and climate commitments.

How Carbon Intensive is Denmark's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Denmark's primary industry is Public Administration, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Denmark's Location?

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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.

Denmark's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Denmark has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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Electricity nec
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