European Energy Reaches 2.1 GW Grid-Connected Renewable Capacity In Denmark, Including Solar, Wind, And Battery Systems

With the connection of Glejbjerg Solar Park and the battery system at Kvosted Energy Park just before the New Year, European Energy has reached a total of 2.1 GW of grid-connected renewable capacity in Denmark. This includes solar photovoltaic (PV), wind power, and battery energy storage systems (BESS), marking a significant milestone for the company. The 2.1 GW of grid-connected capacity represents more than 20 percent of Denmark’s total onshore renewable capacity, estimated at approximately 8.8 GW. European Energy’s portfolio spans multiple projects across the country, and the company currently manages 2 GW of this portfolio.

Despite this achievement, there remains substantial potential for renewable energy expansion in Denmark. According to the Danish Energy Agency, electricity consumption in the country is expected to double by 2040, creating a strong demand for further growth in renewable energy capacity. Maja Rasmussen, Country Manager for Denmark at European Energy, said that the company has a strong development pipeline across Denmark, supported by solid local partnerships. She added that these projects contribute to the green transition only when they are built and brought into operation. “With this achievement, we demonstrate our ability to deliver. We look forward to continuing to support local and national climate and energy targets,” she said.

Looking ahead, European Energy plans to focus in 2026 on upgrading existing assets through the integration of battery systems. These systems will improve operational flexibility and allow renewable energy assets to store electricity for use during periods of low solar and wind generation, supporting the integration of growing renewable capacity into the Danish power system. Integrating batteries with existing generation assets is part of European Energy’s ongoing efforts to adapt projects to evolving system needs and market conditions. As renewable capacity in Denmark continues to grow, these upgrades help optimise both operations and economic performance.

Poul Jacobsen, EVP and Head of EPC at European Energy, emphasized that bringing assets from development to stable operation requires close coordination across engineering, construction, and asset management teams. He noted that experience in Denmark shows how assets can continue to evolve after commissioning through battery integration and other technical improvements.

European Energy’s renewable asset build-out in Denmark includes more than 40 projects commissioned between 2013 and 2025. During this period, the company has developed, built, and operated projects across multiple technologies, contributing significantly to the country’s renewable energy expansion. The company continues to develop, build, and operate renewable energy projects in Denmark, focusing on long-term operations, system optimisation, and close collaboration with local stakeholders and municipalities to support the nation’s transition to a sustainable energy future.