WORKSHOP DANISH
Community STAND
25./ 26. & 27. November 2025
Compass for the future of district heating
Twelve leading Danish companies have joined forces with representatives from the utility industry at the Danish joint stand to share decades of innovation and expertise with our German colleagues. Denmark has made remarkable progress in district heating, with 67% household coverage and already 80% renewable energy integration.
Four key topics were selected to present the Danish approach and development experiences. Experts from companies and utilities have prepared detailed presentations and compelling best practice examples from real Danish implementations.
But most importantly, the aim is to create a genuine dialogue. These workshops are designed as interactive discussions where participants can learn from each other – Danish solutions meet German market insights and practical experience.
You can expect concrete case studies, proven solutions, and interactive discussions. Learn how Danish innovations work in practice and share your experiences.
📍 Hall 4, 4.B20 – Danish community stand
Tuesday, November 25 – 3:30 p.m.: Planning district heating networks and generation
Denmark has a long tradition of heat and transformation planning. It is important to first examine local conditions and possibilities before building in order to find the best possible solution. But is it always necessary to examine everything in detail? What is realistic and what is just a pipe dream? The perfect should not be the enemy of the good. Join us in a discussion about the transformation of green district heating networks and learn about the Danish approach to pragmatic planning.
Wednesday, November 26 – 11:30 a.m.: Digitalization in district heating
Digitalization is the key to getting the most out of existing resources and identifying which new equipment can be optimally integrated into existing systems. It makes it possible to lower grid temperatures so that heat pumps can be integrated in a meaningful way. Most importantly, however, digitalization relieves employees of tedious tasks and facilitates coordination and collaboration. In Denmark, smart meters are standard and documentation is carried out electronically throughout.
Wednesday, November 26 – 3:30 p.m.: News on the distribution and optimization of your district heating network
Large power plants and new heat pumps are expensive—but nowhere near as expensive as the district heating network they supply. The network is the system's biggest asset, so making the best use of it and keeping it in good shape should be a top priority. Lower temperatures mean you can use materials that last longer and cut back on safety measures. Network maintenance is an ongoing process that gets cheaper the more you plan ahead. By keeping an eye on your network, you can see where you should focus your resources.
Thursday, November 27 – 11:30 a.m.: Renewable heat production – replacing natural gas
The era of large central power plants is coming to an end. In a world with more and more renewable energies and declining combined heat and power generation, we need to rethink our heat production. What resources are available and at what times? What stable heat sources are still available and how flexible can district heating be? Join us for a discussion about geothermal energy, biomass, and heat pumps and learn about the diversity of Denmark's heat supply.