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2000s: The true story of how a small island community in Denmark came together to change their world for their future
Energy Island
What you need to know before your trail
At a time when most countries are producing ever-increasing amounts of CO2, the rather ordinary citizens of Samso have accomplished something extraordinary – in just ten years they have reduced their carbon emissions by 140 per cent and become almost completely energy independent. A narrative tale and a science book in one, this inspiring true story proves that with a little hard work and a big idea, anyone can make a huge step towards energy conservation.
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Samso
The village of Ballen, lies on the east coast and is also home to the Energy Academy. This has a visitor education center which is working towards making Samsø 100% fossil fuel free.[10]
In 1997, Samsø won a government competition to become a model renewable energy community. At the time Samsø was entirely dependent on oil and coal, both of which it imported from the mainland
An offshore wind farm of 10 turbines (21 in total if you include the land-based windmills) is funded by the islanders.
Now 100% of its electricity comes from wind power and 75% of its heat comes from solar power and biomass energy.
Booktrail Boarding Pass: Energy Island
Destination: Samsø Author/Guide: Allan Drummond Departure Time: 1990s
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