Egypt and Denmark Team up to Engage in Energy Cooperation

The green ambitions are serious business in Egypt. With yearly CO2 emissions more than 5 times bigger than the Danish emissions and a goal of achieving 43 percent renewable energy in the electricity consumption in 2035, the government of Egypt is on a mission for a sustainable development. Last week, an Egyptian delegation has visited Denmark for green inspiration from the Danish energy model.

Egypt is the most populous country in North Africa and the Arab region with a population of 100 million people, facing rising energy demand, driven by a rapid growth in population and an expanding economy. During the last twenty years, CO2 emissions in Egypt have more than doubled, and fossil fuels provide 90 percent of the power supply. On top of an ambitious goal for a greener... ... More: Official Press Release Danish Energy Agency

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