The Trade Council
The Consulate General of Denmark in Houston offers a wide range of commercial services. We assist Danish companies with entering and expanding their business in North America with our extensive knowledge of the American partnerships and by working closely with the local business community.
Houston is the most diverse and one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., and the city provides outstanding business opportunities within Energy & Environment.
Texas faces critical challenges with the rapidly growing population, change in climate, deficient infrastructure, and increasing demand for energy. As a result, the state requires acquaintance and fast solutions.
Future Energies
Texas is the world's energy capital with its 900 miles and 56 percent of the total hydrogen pipeline mileage in the U.S., holding captivating opportunities for Danish companies to expand. In addition, Houston is one of the current hotspots for sustainable renewable energy sources, including hydrogen, electrification, CO2-removals, and wind power. The Future Energies supports Danish companies expanding to the North American market with the newest market developments, knowledge, and partnerships.
Read more about Future Energies here
Wind Energy
As North America continues to expand its wind energy portfolio, the potential and opportunities it presents significant opportunities for Danish companies to contribute with their know-how and solutions.
Through the Wind Platform, our dedicated advisors across North America promote Danish wind expertise and innovation, provide members with updates on the North American wind industry and facilitate partnerships between Danish and North American companies and project developers for mutual success.
Read more about Wind Energy Advisory here.
Water & Environment
With aging infrastructure and water scarcity as emerging issues, multiple states across North America have increased their focus on the Water Sector. As the fourth largest city in the U.S, Houston's wastewater system is one of the most comprehensive in the nation. Due to a changing climate and growing population, the system is under pressure, resulting in political and commercial attention. This creates significant potential for Danish companies looking to make their mark in the U.S. The Water Advisory facilitates knowledge sharing and partnerships between Danish companies and their counterparts in North America.
Read more about Water and Environment here
Waste, Recycling & Biogas
The North American market for sustainable waste management, especially in handling food waste, is experiencing rapid growth as more states and municipalities restrict the disposal of organics to landfill to move towards a circular economy. The biogas sector holds significant growth potential, being only 15% saturated according to recent estimates. Denmark boasts diverse expertise in bioenergy, organics recycling, and nutrient recovery, and is well positioned to benefit from future growth.
The Waste, Recycling & Biogas Advisory (WBA) actively supports Danish companies seeking expansion into the North American market by offering customized solutions across all phases of the biogas value chain. The WBA plays a pivotal role in fostering knowledge exchange between Danish and North American biogas enterprises, thereby unlocking commercial prospects and expediting sustainable waste management endeavors, including biogas projects.
Read more about Waste, Recycling & Biogas here
Contact
Thomas Mortensen
Consul General & Head of Energy
Head of Energy
Tel.:+1 (832) 855-8045
[email protected]
Lasse Høgh Christensen
Marketing & Communications Advisor
Energy & Environment
Tel: +1 (650) 422-8848
[email protected]
Thomas Sand Nielsen
Junior Commercial Advisor - Waste, Recycling & Biogas
Energy & Environment
Tel.: +1 (832) 277-8280
[email protected]
Jan Harrestrup
Commercial Advisor - Wind Energy
Energy & Environment
Tel.: +1 (832) 903-3875
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