Denmark has a long-standing tradition within renewable energy, especially the development of wind power have put Denmark at the very front when it comes to green transition in the energy sector. This long-standing tradition has given Danish companies valuable skills to develop cost-effective projects and solutions, invest locally, and share knowledge and experience with other partners within the energy sector internationally.
In 2022, the fraction of wind and solar power in the total electricity consumption hit an all-time high with 53.3%. Danish ambitions to power the future with green energy are high, and so, breaking records are set to be a reoccurring phenomenon to achieve the national target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% and become a global front-runner in renewable energy sources.
Over the course of an afternoon filled with discussions and presentions, you will get an overview of the latest updates and developments within energy in Austin, and get insights in the Danish wind energy and hydrogen space. Together, we will explore market opportunties and potential partnerships across the Atlantic.
AGENDA
2:15 PM Welcome
Ben Ramirez, Executive Director, Center for Global Trade, World Affairs Council of Austin
2:20 PM Presentation by City of Austin
Zach Baumer, Interim Chief Sustainability Officer, the City of Austin, presents the sustainability office’s work on the climate equity plan, and the shift in conversations in Austin from a more historical lens.
2:40 PM Energy transition in Austin
Austin Energy on their energy transition plans and their experience collaborating with different entities, by Erika Bierschbach, Vice President, Energy Market Operations & Resource Planning, Austin Energy
3:00 PM The Danish Renewable Energy Story
Introduction to Denmark’s experiences with renewable energy, by Troels Ranis, Energy Director of the Confederation of Danish Industry
3:15 PM Networking and company presentations
Short introduction to the Danish companies attending the event followed by networking
4:40PM Closing remarks
Ben Ramirez, Executive Director, Center for Global Trade, World Affairs Council of Austin
Parking is available for $10 at the Palmer Events Center Parking Garage, located at 900 Barton Springs Road. There are two entrances to the garage, one at Riverside Drive and South First Street near the Long Center’s Circular Drive, and one on Barton Springs Road adjacent to the Palmer Events Center main entrance. Click HERE for detailed directions and parking maps.
