Danish energy storage investment projects

Does Denmark have CO2 storage in the North Sea?

The Danish Energy Agency received two applications in the first round of licenses for CO 2 storage in the Danish North Sea. The two applications came from TotalEnergies EP Danmark A/S and a consortium consisting of INEOS E&P and Wintershall Dea International.

Why did Ineos invest in Denmark's Greensand CCS project?

INEOS and Harbour Energy make a final investment decision on Denmark's Greensand carbon storage facility. Denmark's Greensand CCS project, which enabled the first major cross-border transport and storage of CO2 in Europe.

What are Denmark's CO2 storage licenses?

The licenses are an important step towards realizing Denmark’s CCS (Carbon Capture and Storage) strategy and will kick start the plan for the development of full-scale CO2 storage in Denmark. The Danish Energy Agency received two applications in the first round of licenses for CO 2 storage in the Danish North Sea.

Can Denmark be a commercial hub for CO2 storage?

The Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) has previously demonstrated that the Danish subsurface is particularly suitable for CO 2 storage, both offshore and onshore, thus enabling the opportunity for Denmark to serve as a commercial hub for CO 2 storage from all of Europe. What does the permit entail?

How long do CO2 storage permits last in Denmark?

And at the same time, Denmark has the necessary framework in place to ensure that CO2 storage can take place safely,” said Henrik Sulsbrück, head of CO2 Storage (CCS) at the DEA. Initially, the permits will be granted for up to six years, potentially extendable up to 10 years.

Where will CO2 be stored in greensand future?

Captured CO2 in the first phase of Greensand Future will be liquified at Danish biomethane production plants and transported to the port of Esbjerg. It will then shipped to the Nini field in the Danish North Sea for permanent storage 5,900 ft (1,800 m) below the seabed.