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The Danish Minister for Climate and Energy, Lykke Friis, has officially inaugurated Denmark's first Passive+ house. The building, which showcases a range of Danish technology, is designed to produce more energy than the building and its occupants consume The news is reported in a press release from Danish insulation material specialist Rockwool, which has been closely involved in the project. Lykke Friis comments: "Buildings account for a large proportion of Denmark's CO2 emissions. Following COP15 it is our task to demonstrate in practice that going green is possible, and that freedom from dependence on fossil fuels goes hand in hand with competitiveness and green jobs." Rockwool International sees the project as a pathway to future green exports, but cautions that Denmark must keep up the pace. CEO Eelco van Heel says in the press release: "France already has plans to introduce energy+ houses as standard. And Germany and the UK will soon have energy specifications for new buildings that will leave Denmark trailing. [...] So it is important in the context of our green exports that Danish construction companies are visionary and gain solid experience in building energy-efficient houses. This is what we can export, and so secure important green jobs in the future."
Source: Denmark.dk
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