Danish Diplomat Praises Ethiopia's Energy Sector Progress

Thomas Fleurine Sorensen, Counsellor at the Embassy of Denmark in Ethiopia, has praised the country’s progress in renewable energy. Speaking at the Third Ethiopian Water and Energy Week in Addis Ababa, he emphasized that Ethiopia's commitment to sustainable energy development serves as a foundation for stronger bilateral relations. He cited the Assela Wind Farm as a key example of successful cooperation between Denmark and Ethiopia.

Sorensen noted that Ethiopia’s energy grid expansion offers valuable lessons for other African nations. He reaffirmed Denmark's support for Ethiopia’s institutional and human-resource capacity building, particularly focusing on evidence-based policymaking. Furthermore, he highlighted the importance of strategic planning as Ethiopia prepares to host the COP32 climate conference in 2027, promising continued support for the country's climate and green development objectives.