Smart energy Denmark. A consistent and detailed strategy for a fully decarbonized society

This paper presents a strategy for achieving a fully decarbonized Danish energy system (including transport and industry) in 2045. The strategy could also be relevant for most countries at a global level. The energy system analysis includes hour-by-hour computer simulations leading to the design of a Smart Energy System with the ability to balance all sectors of the complete energy system. In the analysis, issues such as international shipping and aviation, the sustainable use of biomass, and the exchange of electricity and gas with neighbouring countries are all considered. Moreover, the energy system is coordinated with other sectors to achieve a fully decarbonized society. Finally, the size of the employment impact of investing in decarbonizing the Danish economy is discussed.

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This paper proposes a strategy for achieving a fully decarbonized Danish energy system by 2045, which could also be applicable globally. The analysis includes computer simulations on an hourly basis to design a Smart Energy System that can balance all sectors of the energy system. The analysis considers various factors such as international shipping and aviation, sustainable biomass utilization, and energy exchange with neighboring countries. Furthermore, the energy system is coordinated with other sectors to achieve a fully decarbonized society. The paper also discusses the employment impact of investing in decarbonizing the Danish economy.