Denmark expands data center capacity and wind energy share

Denmark is positioning itself as a green hub for the artificial intelligence era by integrating data centers into its renewable energy ecosystem. The government has announced plans to build 18.4 GW of data center capacity by 2035, aiming to transform these facilities from mere storage sites into ‘energy prosumers’ that contribute to grid stabilization and renewable energy production.

In 2025, Denmark achieved a significant milestone in its energy transition, with wind power accounting for approximately 60% of the country’s domestic electricity production. Despite 2025 being a year with lower wind output compared to 2024, the high percentage reflects the country’s advanced energy infrastructure and its interconnectedness with Norway, Sweden, and Germany. While wind supplied nearly 59% of domestic production, its share of total consumption—after accounting for imports and exports—was estimated at approximately 41.4%.