- Denmark began its energy transition in the 1970s to become energy-independent and create economic stability.
- The green energy transition will ensure access to clean, affordable energy, curb climate change effects and enhance economic stability.
The Federal Government and the Kingdom of Denmark have agreed to collaborate on ensuring Nigeria’s green energy transition’s success. This was made known by Denmark’s Minister for Development Cooperation and Global Climate Policy, Mr Dan Jorgensen, during an interview with journalists after meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Jorgensen said Nigeria had a huge potential in solar energy, which was very cheap and reliable. He stressed the importance of using clean energy to curb climate change’s effects and enhance economic stability. He further said that in addition to these, the green energy transition will ensure people have access to clean, affordable energy.
The minister commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s bold step in transitioning to green energy, stressing that it was an excellent opportunity for collaboration between the two countries. According to Jorgensen, Denmark had successfully transitioned from using oil, gas, and coal to renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures. Denmark began its energy transition in the 1970s to become energy-independent and create economic stability.