Hans Christian Andersen and the Blue Light

This article examines the development of energy law illustrated through the authorship of Hans Christian Andersen (1802-1875). The focus is on the implementing of city gas, which happened in the lifetime of H.C. Andersen. Based on the literary observations of H.C. Andersen the changes in the legal framework in energy law and other regulatory areas are analysed. H.C. Andersen’s references to gas lighting provides an emotional experience to change and an approach towards the empathetic understanding to make changing life recognizably human. With this reference I have availed of the opportunity to briefly describe the historical development of energy and laws which were introduced and developed into the modern legislation we now have. – Through his literary greatness H.C Andersen not only generates an attitude of respect toward energy but also widens horizons for lawyers when we look at the energy challenges on the global level

Hans Christian Andersen and the Blue Light

This article examines the development of energy law illustrated through the authorship of Hans Christian Andersen (1802-1875). The focus is on the implementing of city gas, which happened in the lifetime of H.C. Andersen. Based on the literary observations of H.C. Andersen the changes in the legal framework in energy law and other regulatory areas are analysed. H.C. Andersen’s references to gas lighting provides an emotional experience to change and an approach towards the empathetic understanding to make changing life recognizably human. With this reference I have availed of the opportunity to briefly describe the historical development of energy and laws which were introduced and developed into the modern legislation we now have. – Through his literary greatness H.C Andersen not only generates an attitude of respect toward energy but also widens horizons for lawyers when we look at the energy challenges on the global level

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Chinese investment in Greenland

In 2009 Greenland moved to a more extensive degree of self-government in relation to the Kingdom of Denmark (the Realm), and most policy areas related to business activities and investment are now under the control of Greenland. Under the Self-Government Act, Greenland has issued legislation within several business sectors and other business-related policy areas, including the mineral resources sector. Today, Greenland is highly dependent on fishing and fish exports; however, the government is quite ambitious in its desire to develop new business sectors and attract foreign investment, including investment from China, especially to develop its mineral resources. China is now the second largest economy in the world, and outbound investments by Chinese companies present unprecedented opportunities for both the Chinese companies and their global partners. However, Chinese outbound investment faces many hurdles, both at home and elsewhere. It is highly advisable for Chinese companies to evaluate the regulatory, political, environmental, labor, and financial conditions and under-stand what remedies may mitigate the risks they identify before investing in Green land. This paper investigates and analyzes the hurdles faced by Chinese investors in both Greenland and the Danish Realm. The paper focuses on but is not limited to investments in the mining industry

The Quest for Resources – the Case of Greenland

There is nothing new about there being major political interest in the Arctic region. The lessons of the Cold War tell their clear tale of this. However in recent years new elements have emerged. The possibility of shipping sailing through the Northwest Passage and the Northeast Passage is one of these elements. Another element is the presence of natural resources in the Arctic region. Greenland’s resources can be seen as a desirable prize in the international competition for access to resources. However, for Greenland its resources are primarily a means for achieving increased independence and welfare, and it this element that is the topic of this article which is based on an assessment of the special conditions in Greenland

The Quest for Resources – the Case of Greenland

There is nothing new about there being major political interest in the Arctic region. The lessons of the Cold War tell their clear tale of this. However in recent years new elements have emerged. The possibility of shipping sailing through the Northwest Passage and the Northeast Passage is one of these elements. Another element is the presence of natural resources in the Arctic region. Greenland’s resources can be seen as a desirable prize in the international competition for access to resources. However, for Greenland its resources are primarily a means for achieving increased independence and welfare, and it this element that is the topic of this article which is based on an assessment of the special conditions in Greenland

Legal Framework as a Core Element of District Cooling Success—The Case of Denmark

This paper describes the Danish legal framework for district cooling as an example of a model which so far has had limited success. A number of suggestions are analysed and discussed