Katrine Thomsen

Katrine Thomsen is the head of the Department of Research and Geology at the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Utilities. She is actively involved in fostering collaboration between Denmark and Iceland on climate issues, particularly in carbon capture and storage technologies. Recently, she spoke at the annual meeting of Grænvangur, a platform that promotes advancements in climate solutions and green technologies, discussing potential partnerships and innovative strategies in carbon management. Under her leadership, the Danish government has earmarked an equivalent of 750 billion Icelandic krónur for climate initiatives, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 70% by 2030. Thomsen emphasizes the importance of developing effective technology for carbon capture and storage while addressing public concerns regarding environmental impacts.