Empowering Orø: Innovative Solutions for a Sustainable and Community-Driven Energy Transition
Term
4. Term
Education
Publication year
2024
Submitted on
2024-06-07
Pages
122
Abstract
The ever-evolving challenge of climate change has accelerated the green energy transition to fight against it. In recent decades, the shift from fossil fuels has led to the widespread adoption of large wind turbines and centralized energy production to maximize energy generation. In this system, certain factors are overlooked, such as the potential for citizens to come together and generate their own energy, as well as the advantages of decentralizing the energy sector. Denmark has the aim to achieve self-sufficiency in renewable energy, and energy communities could play a crucial role in reaching this goal while also reducing grid costs. Orø Island in Denmark has the potential to become such a community and eventually achieve energy self-sufficiency. However, to create an efficient energy system, it is essential to consider the needs and perspectives of the citizens. This project aims to identify and address the obstacles delaying the energy transition on Orø. By developing a comprehensive energy plan with EnergyPro and other innovative solutions, ensuring that these align with the needs and perspectives of the island's residents. This alignment in solutions will facilitate progress in the energy sector, potentially laying the groundwork for the island's first energy community.
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