Ankara Ambassador Denmark Ole Toft said that the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) of the United Nations (UN) International Framework Convention on Climate Change, hosted by Türkiye, in Antalya should be a summit where not only the target is determined but also concrete steps are taken in the fight against climate change.
In the evaluation made by the AA correspondent, Toft shared information that a large delegation consisting of Queen Mary of Denmark, public representatives, private sector and civil society members will attend COP31.
Stating that climate change is a global problem and that concrete steps are expected to be taken at COP31 rather than consistency, Toft said, "We expect both consistency to be implemented and progress in financing at COP31." he said.
Stating that the adequacy of financial resources has been ensured, Toft said, "We find it extremely positive that Türkiye focuses on contributing to COP31 as an implementation conference where not only the goal is determined, but also concrete steps are taken and results are achieved." made his assessment.
Pointing out that the investments required to achieve climate conditions and accelerate the energy transformation play a role in the private sector in real life, Toft emphasized that it is of great importance for private capital to take action.
Toft stated that the effects of climate change cannot be ignored and stated that if the necessary steps are not taken, they will grow and it will become increasingly difficult for future generations to cope with these problems.
THE ENERGY CALENDAR NEEDS LONG-TERM PLANNING
Explaining that the oil crisis in the 1970s explained the way of change in Denmark's energy policy, Toft said that Denmark's energy needs at that time were largely met by oil imported from the Middle East.
Toft noted that after the change, Denmark continued to prefer domestic resources to overcome the energy shock, which started oil and natural gas production in the North Sea and also turned to investing in alternative sources to fossil fuels and energy costs.
Stating that Türkiye broke away from a similar process in order to have an abundance of energy supply and diversify its resources, Toft said, "The most important lesson that can be learned from Denmark's solution creation process after the crises of the 1970s is to know that the energy transformation is a long-term process. A predictable regime and long-term planning for investors is to increase the energy transformation." he said.
Toft stated that it was determined that the energy transformation could not be completed within 5-10 years and explained the process of creating cooperation between the public and private sectors, as well as universities and research institutions.
COOPERATION OPPORTUNITY IN SURFACE WIND
Stating that he can evaluate joint investment opportunities with Danish companies in Türkiye and in Turkey and the African and Central Asian regions, Toft stated that there are important transaction opportunities in the field of interchangeable energy between the two countries.
Toft said that offshore wind energy, in particular, could be a collaborative work area, and that Danish project developers are following the offshore wind energy tenders in Türkiye with interest.
Stating that he wants to take part in wind energy projects, Toft said, "Turkey has developed a significant capacity in terrestrial wind energy. It can benefit from Denmark's advanced technologies in the renewal and modernization of existing power plants. The two countries can cooperate on this issue." savings were used.
Toft pointed out that a joint project could be developed in the fields of energy efficiency and water management and noted that "due to the climate change, the pressure on water resources is increasing, and Denmark can contribute to Türkiye in the use of underground waterproofing."
Emphasizing that wind energy investment is also important for local development policy, Toft added that local growth capacity in production and distribution is critical due to the size of the turbines, and that these investments increase growth opportunities.
