Full Title: Electrification of U.S. Industry: Applying Lessons from Denmark
Author(s): Andrew Hoffmeister, Richard Hart, and Hellen Chen
Publisher(s): American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
Publication Date: December 5, 2024
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Description (excerpt):
Electric technologies are essential for decarbonizing industrial process heat, which is a major source of emissions in the U.S. They are also critical for reducing energy costs, improving modularity of heating to meet specific temperature requirements, and boosting the competitiveness of domestic manufacturers.
This white paper looks toward electrification-enabling strategies that are in place or being pursued internationally, where there is more experience. It describes the political, economic, and energy landscapes that have allowed the uptake of electric technologies in the industrial sector, and the suite of policies and approaches that can be appropriated for the U.S. to the same effect. The lessons described in this white paper are based on a study trip to Denmark in June 2024 that was led by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) and sponsored by the Consulate General of Denmark in Silicon Valley.