Energy is not included in the greenhouse gas emission calculations from agriculture. However, Danish agriculture, like all other sectors, needs to prepare for a fossil-free future.
In recent years, CO2 emissions per kWh have been falling sharply in Denmark due to a greater prevalence of wind turbines, solar power etc.
Source: record low CO2 emissions from Danes’ electricity consumption in 2019, ENERGINET
What is sustainable development?
Sustainability covers sub-components such as the climate, resource efficiency, nature and land use, energy consumption, people, economic stability and capacity.
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The three dimensions of sustainability
The Danish food sector focuses on three basic dimensions of sustainable development: social, environmental and economic .
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Innovative strength, research and development
The international scientific community is currently developing sustainable solutions on many fronts.
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