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December 2011: Denmark is in the lead but are we losing our edge?

For many years, Denmark has been leading within green technology but export of energy technology and water technology is decreasing, and export of wind turbines is stagnating. What is the outlook for Denmark in an area characterised by increasing global demand but with much tougher competition? Our thematic newsletter looks into export of green technology for which we have such high hopes. 

Losing the edge in energy technology
Danish companies are world leaders in energy technology which is one of our most important green exports. The international competition is, however, advancing at full throttle and quickly closing the gap.

Large future potential in an export branch under pressure
EKF talks to Hans Peter Slente, Director at the Danish Energy Industries Federation, about how to get the export of energy technology back on track.

Denmark can remain at the forefront in the future - if we want to
Denmark is leading in export of green technology but can this position be maintained in the future? The answer is “yes”, according to Per Meilstrup, Climate Director at the independent think tank Monday Morning.

EKF provides financing and security in risky green sector
Cleantech companies may find it more difficult to secure financing for their business transactions than other companies, but EKF can help and goes to great lengths to secure Danish green export orders.

Danish know-how sells in Bulgaria
EnergiMidt exports know-how to Bulgarian mining company and at the same time opens the door for equipment supplier Aalborg Industries. The business is backed by EKF and the Scandinavian bank Nordea.

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