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Eco Study Tours learning experiences Holm, Jesper

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Publisher: Roskilde University and VisitEastDenmark – Eco Learning Experience Project Editor in Chief: Jesper Holm Authors: Associate Professors Jesper Holm and Inger Højbjerg Graphics and Layout: Mette Bødker Photographers: Rune Mariboe for the greater part Welcome to Denmark, with Line M.B. Pedersen, Eva Diekmann, Gitte Lotinga Susanne Haraszuck, VisitEastDenmark and Anette Greenfort English Copy Editor: Rebecca Jacobsen welcome to Region Zealand Print: Sangill Grafisk Produktion, licensed according In Denmark the environmental issue is on the agenda daily. Everywhere to the Nordic Eco-label The Swan, ISO 14001 certified in Danish society people take action to support making the country green. Sponsored By Region Zealand A visit to Denmark is worthwhile if you want inspiration to improve the environment in your country. In this magazine we have selected a part of Denmark namely Region Zealand, including the islands Lolland, Falster and Møn as an area easy to visit within a short drive from Copenhagen, the port of arrival for most visitors to Denmark. The short distance between various attractions suggested in the magazine means you can visit more than one sight per day. Come and visit the green side of Region Zealand. I am sure you will enjoy it.

Rector, Roskilde University

Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency 6 - 9

Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings 10 - 14

Waste as resource 15 - 17

Organic and biodynamic foods 18 - 21 Green Experiences on Danish Islands: Zealand, Lolland, Falster Accommodation and Møn We recommend you stay over- night and dine at some of the Denmark is in the process of be- heating, with developing renew- many eco-friendly hotels and coming sustainable and meeting able energy parks and with find- hostels available: the challenges of today’s world. ing renewable energy solutions to Would you like to learn how we mit- housing. May we guide you to the If you land in Copenhagen, we igate or adapt to climate change? the eco-dwellings to learn how recommend Hotel Guldsmeden, There are many opportunities to we are mitigating climate change, Copenhagen a Green Globe certified hotel, or experience the green side of Zea- and how we consider adaptation in Crown Plaza at Copenhagen land, Lolland, Falster and Møn for water management.  Towers, full of sustainable your stay, technical visit or holiday. Zealand  innovations. See the country from a different All of this results from conscious Hotel Scandic in Roskilde and angle than through the car window efforts by citizens, businesses, Ringsted hold The Swan Nordic driving on the motorway. researchers and politicians who eco-label. Green Key Danhostels The Danish Way have worked the length and in the region are: Præstekilde In Denmark we have brought envi- breadth of the nation for 30 years Hotel at the island Møn, Menstrup ronment and health into everyday to promote sustainable consump- Kro in Næstved, Comwell in Sorø life and into the business world. tion and production. You will have and Roskilde, Hotel Klinten in Let us introduce you to rich experi- the chance to meet experts, politi- Rødvig and the Green key Dan- ences across Zealand, Møn, Lolland, cians and entrepreneurs and be hostels in Kalundborg, Sorø, and and Falster. The combination of guided by professionals. Skælskør. More information environmentalism and tourism has www.visiteastdenmark.com traditionally focused on reducing Let us guide you through four Visit renewable energy systems the environmental impact of tour- themes: For groups above 8 participants we Fejø Møn including bio-ethanol plants, wind ism. We will take up the challenge • Renewable Energy and also recommend the manor house farms, bio-fuelled CHP – Combined and guide those who are interested Energy Efficiency Falster Jomfruens Egede, a medieval archi- Heat & Power sites, organic farms in more. • Eco Communities and tectural pearl set in the beautiful and farm shops. Stroll around Eco- Sustainable Dwellings landscape of Southern Zealand. Lolland villages and talk with craftsmen, We would like to draw attention • Waste as resource www.jomfruensegede.dk residents or builders. Visit some of to the many areas in which we use • Organic and biodynamic foods the innovative waste handling smart sustainable techno­logy, use  Scandinavia stations and experience waste- natural materials in new ways, and for-energy technologies. Organic manufacture and design cleaner agriculture and sites from farm products. Let us show you how to fork are available for arranged separation and recycling of waste Denmark tours. When you get hungry enjoy takes place and how we use it for a meal at an organic restaurant or energy. Come and learn from our 0 10 20km. shop at an organic supermarket. experiences with CHP and district Germany Poland

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Denmark is a front runner in renew- trict heating, combined heat and is at the forefront in developing slowed renewable R&D growth. able energy technologies – especially power stations, energy distribution alternative energy sources such But since 2008 a new wave of Zealand, is a frontrunner. Since the innovations and energy efficiency as wind turbines and new storage investment and an innovative pro- mid 1970´s an entrepreneurial move- schemes. techniques such as fuel cells. gramme for renewable energy has ment has successfully experimented spurred R&D including the instal- with renewable energy technologies We seek to combine areas and get This small nation has been a leader lation of one of the world’s largest – in energy savings, solar heating, them working together which has in wind energy with installed wind offshore wind-farms south of the wind turbines and other areas. The led to better buildings, products capacity of 3.7 MW in 2007 and Danish island Lolland. making of enterprises have had tre- and services that improve per- wind power providing 18% of total mendous support from politics, sup- formance and productivity while electricity. Over 18,000 people We suggest tours to renewable portive legislation and open markets. reducing energy use and waste. are employed in the wind sector ­energy parks and sites, visits to There have been public campaigns and it is highly profitable. Danish entrepreneurial networks and An informal culture (including politi- so everyone can participate. It has wind energy occupies 40% of the companies to hear from pioneers, cians, corporations, entrepreneurs been a widely recognized goal to world market and Denmark plays a and meetings with highly engaged and NGOs working with one another) make the economy grow while central role in developing the wind green NGO´s, ­experts, national and has made it possible for large energy shrinking energy consumption. energy industry. local authorities on politics, net- systems to change and innovate. working and R&D. Take advantage You can see these innovations in These efforts continue today. The political process has not been of our informal style and share research and development (R&D) in People are trying to use more free of conflict. There has been your interests with us while we renewable energy systems, renewable energy and further a green backlash and liberalism share ours with you and we will all energy planning which led to dis- improve its efficiency. Denmark versus state planning which has benefit.

6 Renewable energy and energy efficiency 7 Wind Turbine Manufacturer both as process steam at Køge Lolland Energy Community • See the large Vestas turbines on Vestas, the largest wind turbine Biopille­fabrik (for compressing In Kalundborg, visit the café and Test Facility land, or one of the world’s larg- producer in the world, produces sawdust) and at Junckers Industries restaurant Edderfuglen located at Lolland has joined with compa- est offshore wind farms. blades. It is located in Nakskov at (to compress and stabilize parquet the scenic tip of the peninsula nies, international researchers and • Biomass fired combined power & Lolland. Get an impression of how flooring staves). A symbiosis! Røsnæs. The kitchen is mainly energy consultants to form Com- heat stations. big the blades are, get an overview based on local food and serves munity Testing Facilities of Lolland • Hydrogen Community Lolland in of the processing of blades and homemade bread. (Lolland CTF), an international Vestenskov which demonstrates hear why they chose the location Visit to Renewable Energy Sites test- and demonstration platform how wind power can be stored in Nakskov, why the blade profile and Communities for new sustainable energy solu- as hydrogen for later use and the looks the way it does and about Zealand has many on and offshore is currently working on finishing a tions. Lolland CTF is founded on heat from this process is used in the strategic aims of globaliza- wind farms. We recommend a large test plant for 2nd generation local resources and experiences. buildings. Be sure to visit their tion. The wind industry in Denmark guided tour to the large Vestas cellulosic ethanol. This is etha- It is aided by the Danish govern- demonstration room. would not be as successful as it is 3MW 90V turbines near Nakskov nol energy made from straw and ment’s efforts to promote envi- • Onsevig Climate park combining today without the public private where you can get up close to these waste, rather than food. It will be ronmentally efficient technologies climate mitigation and adaption: partnerships and support from the giants and give them a hug. Or try produced at Inbicons demonstration in wind, hydrogen and fuel cells, dykes keep sea water out. These Danish government in research & an impressive event, a guided boat plant, where Statoil has a refinery. water/wastewater, biomass and same dykes form pools in which development (R&D), testing and trip to Nysted wind farm. The plant will deliver five million biotechnology. You can visit over algae is cultivated for energy standards. In the 1980s, many liters over the first two years. 30 sites on the island. use, fodder and food. small Danish companies were • Rapeseed bio refinery where • BASS, international climate- developing wind turbines to sell Nysted wind farm consits of 72 While in Kalundborg visit one of they make bio-diesel. and energy knowledge centre. to California, and the Danish Risø turbines located 10 km from shore. the many biomass heating stations • Combined heat and power plant laboratory provided test facilities The turbines generate enough fired with straw from nearby farms. in the district. The fuel is house- Discuss new institutional partner- and certification procedures. These elec­tricity to supply 145,000 single They serve as a renewable substi- hold waste which is incinerated. ships, the role of public policy and resulted in reliable products and family houses with renewable tute to coal or oil fired heating on planning, and economies of scale. the rapid expansion of the Danish energy. the farms. turbine manufacturing industry. Around 90% of Denmark’s output

is exported. Kalundborg Energy Site Meeting Energy Experts – NGO´s, In Kalundborg, visit the world Ministries and Universities famous industrial symbiosis! They Arrange a meeting with various Køge Combined Heat are a web of companies which representatives from the Danish and Power Plant exchange resources in over 20 energy sector at their main offices The cozy old port city Køge with its projects. One company’s biproduct or on site: Ministry of Climate, The many 17th century houses and nar- is an important resource for other Energy Business, professors, and row streets often smells of sweet companies in the Symbiosis as- municipalities. You can discuss en- “wooden bakery” in the open. sociation. The Asnæs power plant ergy planning and policies; district Junckers Industries manufactures thus produces gypsum as a residual heating plans; labels and agree- parquet floor and processes beech in clensing sulphur emissions, and ments on raising energy efficiency; wood for several purposes. Nearby the gypsum is being re-used in the Cleaner Development Mechanisms the Køge CHP plant uses wood local Gyproc gypsum company. and Joint Interventions; support and chips and sawdust from Junck- Kalundborg is part of Cluster Bio­ aid for R&D in renewable energy; ers Industries in two wood-fired fuels Denmark, an R&D network enhancing energy service institu- boilers to supply electricity to the with local industries, Statoil oil tions for companies and house- East Danish high-voltage grid. But refinery, DONG Energy Company holds. it also sells the steam to be used and several universities. The cluster

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Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings

Eco Communities In 1971 the now famous Christiania community was established and became a success in social integration, arts, events, self organizing, and owner building – even though back then the community was generally viewed with scepticism. Christiania became an inspiration for other eco-society enthusiasts and today more than 20 such communities have emerged all over Denmark. Vikings Enthusiasts, builders, artisans, contractors, and municipalities have, Roskilde used to be the capital in Denmark where the king resided, so visit over the years, learned by doing. They have established ecological settle- The Viking Ship Museum, situated on the edge of Roskilde Fjord, where ments, communities, and villages and in the process these dedicated Eco-village and Eco-Profiled In Roskilde at the residential five ships were excavated from the sea. The Vikings built dwellings and people have today established planning procedures with the local munici- Housing Areas Trekroner area where Munksøgaard ships out of timber grown in Denmark, and you will note that researchers palities paving the way for those who come after them. Take a study visit to Munksøgaard, is located, you will also find a num- working on ship construction, based right in the museum, found the sails situated in Roskilde next to ber of modern types of multi- were made of organic materials – wool and linen. When you visit several of Denmark’s eco-society communities you will Roskilde University. Enthusiasts story buildings, communities and www.vikingeskibsmuseet.dk get an introduction to the rich variety of ideas in the movement and the formed the idea for the ecological dwellings with a social and eco­ active communities by a member of the Danish Eco-village Network. community based on eco-friendly logical twist. While in Roskilde do not miss the cathedral, built 800 years ago. It is dwelling materials, organic farming www.munkesoegaard.dk where most of the Danish monarchs are buried. Quite impressive! and car-sharing among other ideas. It was built primarily by a non-profit In the older part of Roskilde you will also find Gimle, a charming old water- building association and the citizens works building which was renovated and turned into a music café with a themselves. The community is restaurant where you can get a light lunch. They serve organic dishes in a noteworthy for the diversity of lively atmosphere. housing types, ownership modes and integrating people of all ages, including children, youth, adults and the elderly. Knowledgeable residents will be happy to guide you and discuss various topics on eco- communities, health promotion, everyday life, and community cohe- sion and serve you a cup of organic coffee with a light snack.

10 Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings 11 Manor Eco-Community and Large Scale Farming Svanholm is a large, famous eco- community in which residents pio- neered running a large scale organic farm based on shared economy. All members own and contribute to running the farm and all reap the rewards of the organic goods sold. Svanholm also hosts an eco- housing company and is a partner in the company Fibre Tech produc- ing insulation bats made from flax. You can get detailed insight into eco community development and social innovation. It is a tale of the sustainable life, indoor/outdoor work, everyday organizing, political networking and market impacts. Dragsholm Castle We recommend that you enjoy a meal in Dragsholm Castle’s restaurant on the way to the next visit or for a dinner and overnight stay. This is a medieval castle where they specialise in using local, sometimes organic foodstuffs in their Nordic kitchen. The main building has been renovated and turned into a hotel where you can feel the special atmos­phere and hear the exciting story of the Castle. www.dragsholm-slot.com

Organic Construction Materials insulation materials. They produce in building styles, materials and and Architecture the sustainable building materials architecture are used and you may Another trip could be a visit to themselves, including paint that is go in depth to understand organic innovative construction firm Egen so pure you can drink it. construction techniques. You can Vinding og Datter, situated in an choose to include a guided tour and old farm building near Ringsted. Hallingelille is a community that discussions with some of the build- They pioneered building ecological has a close relationship with Egen ers about cob-, dome- and timber homes and doing green renova- Vinding og Datter, and has organic frame construction. tions in Denmark within a low-tech building culture and architecture. It construction line based upon “open is a community based upon prin- construction,” with natural ventila- ciples of green building, organic tion, and eco-friendly materials, farming and spiritual commons. such as windows, doors, bricks and Various technological trajectories

12 Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings 13 Waste as Resource

Sustainable Dwellings In addition to visiting eco-communities you can spend a day viewing some of the sustainable dwellings on Zealand. Sustainable dwellings are established at a few sites and can also show how Danes live their daily lives. These houses display one way in which Denmark has achieved its remarkable energy savings. The energy crisis in the 1970´s led to advanc- With the introduction of new in general the system works by fees es in insulation, which raises the energy efficiency of houses. It also led to materials, products and chemicals, and levies supporting a profitable experiments in high-tech, low-energy building styles which took energy Denmark has developed a func- waste market, corporate waste consumption into consideration. But the idea did not really take off until tional infrastructure to handle solid management regimes, public con- this century when it resulted in urban planning and private construction waste, sludge from waste water trol programmes and campaigns. of eco-friendly low energy dwellings. treatment, chemical waste and wet The government charges fees and household waste. Today Denmark taxes to encourage municipalities has one of Europe’s most efficient and companies to use as much of waste treatment systems, espe- the solid waste for power genera- Low-Energy Community open to having visitors – you could Eco Single Family Houses cially focused on incine­rating waste tion as possible. Stenløse Syd is a suburban area find yourself invited in to a private – Swan Labelled for combined power and district households, companies, construc- with nearly 800 homes, planned home or you may be guided around In Herfølge area, just south of heat. This makes it worthwhile to tion sites and demolished buildings Collection and sorting is so good and developed by the municipality’s while discussing the technical Køge, you will find a suburban visit many of the waste separation are separated, incinerated, depos- that open landscapes and nature spatial planning and local Agenda details, regulatory background and village of private low and zero systems and incineration sites. ited or re-used. Worn-out tires and in Denmark are almost free from 21 offices. All the buildings are low public awareness in eco housing. energy houses. It is a privately batteries are reused; bottles and bottles, tires, batteries and other energy homes, with solar heat- financed project, where each owner The basic structure of the waste cans are recycled. A whole market kinds of problematic waste. But of ing, use of rainwater for toilets is responsible for the design and system is that all companies and of gathering, distributing, sorting course, Denmark still has room to and laundry, free of PVC plastics CO2 Neutral Dwellings material of the home. This has households must sort their waste; and manufacturing used tires and improve and to learn from visitors! and other chemicals. There are a Kyoto is a small, very modern resulted in quite a pleasing variety it is mandatory to sort out specific bottles is well organized. variety of styles including single, community with 24 pre-fabricated of architectural styles with various fractions of paperboard, paper, We suggest visiting sites in Zealand private houses, apartments for dwellings, geothermal heating and climate and environment profiles. plastics, glass, metals, chemicals, How do we make this business run? where companies and authorities rent, terrace houses, low energy solar cell electricity generation. The area was made an experiment and electronics. Many of the latter Laws make it mandatory for indus- handle waste for a more energy kinder­garten, etc. A passive house The community is CO2 neutral. for innovation among building products are managed for re-use or tries, retailers, farmers and house- efficient and cleaner Denmark. You consists of prefabricated blocks – A representative from Green Hous- companies in order to enhance the recycling. Chemical waste is either holds to sort and bring parts of the can find more relevant visits on the which look a bit like shipping ing, a knowledge center in Køge, technical and organizational skills to stored or incinerated at Kommune waste to recycling sites and to sort Energy pages 6-9. containers – forming 2-story will meet us. You can ask about develop sustainable houses. Thus, Kemi central chemical waste hand­ household waste. Waste transpor- homes. There is public transpor­ green housing, energy savings and the experiment has led to the first ling plant. Solid waste from tation companies must be licensed tation nearby so residents can integration of renewable energy. standards for eco-labeling houses in order to avoid dumping etc. but skip the car. The people are often by the Nordic Swan label.

14 Eco Communities and Sustainable Dwellings 15 Waste Reduction Denmark. Citizens bring in waste Minimizing waste production is and sort it into different fractions, the most advanced way to handle see how it works with different waste. A visit to Solrød municipal- waste handling measures and ity’s environmental department understand the recycling culture. will give you an idea of how con- trols, fees and regulations may be Uniscrap A/S in Næstved, is a helpful in enhancing innovation for company which sorts waste and waste reduction at local compa- recycles paper and cartons, metal, nies. Companies who have engaged plastics and electronics. All waste in concrete dialogues and nego- is received from municipal waste tiations with local environmental dumping sites, or recycling sites. inspectors in finding technical ways Pay a visit and ask about the re- to lower their waste production, will cycling percentages, how the EU´s be happy to share their experiences. WEE directive influences waste handling, and what the environ- Another preferable way to reduce mental and climate profiles are. waste is to recycle it in a con­ tinuous loop, as in the Cradle to Cradle concept. Construction mate- Waste for Industrial Use rials manufacturer Egen Vindning Visit Daka Bio-industries in Ortved, Bottle Recycling Waste Incineration plant and follow the process from thermal power plant. Arrange a og Datter in Ringsted who does one of the most advanced compa- Waste recycling in Denmark has for District Heating waste handling and separation to visit and hear about the promising exactly this, will share their secrets nies within the rendering indus- been focused on forming markets Today over 20 municipal, combined- waste incineration to heat. Be sure future of this local energy source. with you. try. They produce energy, biogas for recycled paper, car tires, jars, heat-and-power generating sta- to ask about the infrastructure and processing components, fertilizers, plane glass, metal, electro­nics tions are running on solid waste. economy, which pollutants are pro- Solum, a waste corporation in cement-product additives, and and some construction waste. That’s a lot for a small country duced and how they are prevented, Holbæk, is worth a visit. They pro­ Waste Separation other technical uses out of various The bottle recycling system is of like Denmark! These stations are what the energy efficiency is and cess combined biogas and compost. Visit Nakskov Industrial and Envi- animal by-products from catering special interest as it handles waste shaping a competitive market for where the future will take us. Their raw material is from source ronmental Park on Lolland, to see businesses, restaurants, slaughter- in separate recycling streams. You dry, solid waste, and a very cheap separated organic waste received one of the most advanced waste houses and farms. may visit any supermarket to see energy supply. from households and sludge from separation and recycling sites in the bottle refunding system, where Biogas from Waste public waste water treatment consumers deliver empty bottles District heat planning has proven In some municipalities wet waste plants. They use this to make bio- for re-use. This is handled by the to be an efficient way to reduce is used for biogas production. The gas. The biogas byproduct is com- breweries. We suggest a visit to fossil fuel consumption and lower resulting gas generates electricity posted and used as a combined soil Kroghs Flaskegenbrug A/S, Sol- CO2 emissions. In Denmark, more and the other product is used as improver and fertilizer for gardens rød that sorts and washes bottles than 60% of space and water heat- animal fodder. It may also be incin- and farms. outside the refund system. Get a ing is provided by district heating erated or composted presentation of their environmental systems. In 2007, 80% of this heat profile, technology flow and infra- was produced by combined heat The biogas plant Hashøj, near structure. Visit Lyckebye Industrial and power plants. Ringsted, uses organic waste from A/S, located in Solrød. The com- farms, restaurants, and the food pany makes resins for bottle labels Kara Novoren, Roskilde, turn waste and beverage industry. The plant based on potato and milk enzymes incineration from the city to heat is owned by a farm cooperative enabling easy reuse of bottles in for the citizens. Take a tour of the and the biogas is used for a local the refund system.

16 Waste = Resources Waste = Resources 17 Organic Denmark has a remarkable record per capita in organic food sales, agricul- ture and manufacturing. It was the and first country in Europe to introduce an act on organic farming in 1987, with production guidelines, a control and certification system, and an eco-label. Biodynamic During the last decade sale of organic food has doubled many times and high quality delicacies, cakes, beer, etc. have Foods spurred new market developments. We recommend you spend a few days on Zealand learning about the Danish organic way of living. Zealand has a lot to offer visitors including beauti- ful sights, great tastes, and stable to table insights. We have an infor- mal culture that allows you to meet entrepreneurs and decision makers to Lolland and the small islands owner may introduce you to the get information about our experiences, – Goats and Apples special island conditions for grow- institutions, markets, standards, con- Start the visits on Lolland by going ing tasty apples. Fejø also has a sumer trends, etc. to Knuthenlund dairy farm, the restaurant serving organic meals, largest transition from traditional Clara Frijs, where diners enjoy a The best way to become familiar with to organic farming in Denmark. It fantastic view of the sea. organic food producers on Zealand is is an estate covering 1000 acres. to visit them in clusters, where you The owner specializes in goats and There are several smaller organic can visit farmers and producers with sheep, producing milk from which fruit and vegetable farms on these exceptional knowledge and experience she makes award winning cheese, islands which you can choose to from organic growing, manufacturing yoghurt and ice-cream. The dairy, in visit according to your interests. and marketing. But also see, smell, one of the buildings on the estate, We recommend staying the night taste and touch many products to give has a glass wall behind which you in Saxkøbing Hotel, famous for its you a rooted, tangible experience of can watch the production. You can kitchen using primarily local food. the many foods Zealand can deliver. meet the owner, hear about the At the southern part of Zealand, Being near Onsevig you should And to be informed about the qual- organic transition, and buy goat and visit Marjatta, the anthroposophist choose the unique restaurant ity measures, the scientific research sheep meat and dairy specialties community for the disabled, with a “Den Fuldkomne Fisker” (the and technical development of organic on-site. full biodynamic vegetable garden, perfect fisherman). They serve farming and food production. cattle farm and dairy, and artisan organic meals with fish or a Some of the most fertile land in Another choice could be a short workshop and gift shop. They may special selection of organic meat, Denmark is on the islands south of ferry ride to Fejø, one of more than guide you on tours in the many such as lamb from Knuthenlund. Zealand: Lolland, Falster, Møn, etc. The 400 small Danish islands. Visit a organic and biodynamic sites, and The owner may tell you about the traditional crop was sugar beets, but family owned apple farm where introduce you to the practice and challenges and options in building that production is fading out. Many of high quality cider is brewed on the principles of this sustainable com- a cuisine from local products. the farmers have now become organic organic premises, and the munity. food-producers.

18 Organic and biodynamic foods 19 Ringsted Eco-District innovations such as use of organic Roskilde Organics for Schools Kalundborg-Holbæk Organic Meat The Ringsted Eco-District fea- biodegradable packaging and for a In Roskilde arrangements can be At the peninsula Asnæs, visit tures farms, dairies and other talk with the pioneering dairyman. made for you to visit various sites Mineslund - a farm specializing in food producers who cooperate on Be sure to visit the dairy shop while in the organic stable-to-table chain, organic beef cattle. They have a an informal basis as well as being you’re there. that supplies many public schools large stock, run a butchery and pro- members of the many traditional with daily organic meals. The food duce a selection of meat products, cooperatives all farmers form. The processing, packaging and menu which they sell in their own shop farms are located in a characteristic Organic Drinks managing company Frydenlund, and deliver to private customers Danish landscape with green fields, At Køge, Braunstein Schnapps and and the municipality of Roskilde all over Zealand. East of Kalund- small woods, streams and soft hills. Whiskey Distillers offer those with both play important roles in creat- borg an organic, outdoor pig farm, a thirst an idyllically situated cozy ing this culture of organic food for Geelstrupgaard, is run by Jesper Krogagergaard specializes in or- home by the port. The door is open children. and Randi Adler. It is worth a visit ganic beef and pork production with to the visitors center, guided tours, to see how pigs can live in ethical their own slaughter house on sight. beer brewery, distillery, and whiskey For an afternoon visit you might circumstances, and the quality of It is a bed and breakfast farm very library. Years of thorough research go to Hesselbjerggaard, an organic the pig meat is of highest standard. popular for families with children. into where to find the best ingredi- Dexter cattle and sheep farm near You can also hear about the pig They also produce organic veg- ents and what type of distillery is Roskilde. You may enjoy organic trade in Denmark, the conditions etables, which are sold along with the most versatile, has led Braun- coffee or tea with some homemade for breeding organic pigs and how organic meat products in the small stein to introduce organic whiskey, pastries in the large greenhouse the market is run. farm shop and in a popular sub- tailor made slowly and in small surrounded by tropical plants. The scription where consumers receive quantities but to the best possible owner has introduced renewable In Holbæk be sure to visit the fully weekly deliveries at their home or quality. www.braunstein.dk energy supply, artificial wetlands, organic butcher’s shop. They have business. and organic fruits. The farmer has hundreds of organic meat products, Herslev Bryghus micro brewery is been elected to the organic divi- from neighboring sheep-, pig- and Osted Mejeri, an organic dairy, situated at an old farm where they sion of Danish Agriculture and Food cattle farms. Arrange a meeting packs and distributes milk, butter grow malt barley. The brewery is Council, and may introduce you to with the owner and butcher. At the and cheese to nearby shops and family owned and operated. They the organizational, political, eco- shop you can buy any of up to 40 supermarkets. They control the may serve you different flavors at nomic and regulation aspects of his flavors of the spicy sausages, and whole chain from collecting the the brewery shop, and of course, business. have an organic sandwich with ma- milk from nearby organic farms to you are supposed to pick the tured ham, green salad and pickles delivering their products to local organic ones! Choose the organic stuffed in a role made of heirloom outlets. The milk is always fresh, Christmas beer, the Indian Pale Ale wheat from the nearby organic delivered the same day. The dairy is or the basic lager! The brewer ar- baker Sophus Bager – it’s the local worth visiting to see the technical ranges guided tours. specialty.

20 Organic and biodynamic foods Organic and biodynamic foods 21 The Eco-Tourism Project

The Environmental Tourism Project ence. We write its background story travel agencies – BDP and Viewpoint For further information contact: “Eco Learning Experiences” aims to and assist tour guides and compa- Travel Scandinavia, and the regional [email protected] provide high quality experiences in nies to develop attractions. Region tourism organization VisitEast- www.visiteastdenmark.com/go/eco-tours Region Zealand about the environ- Zealand’s good environmental Denmark ment developed from the exper- initiatives become attractions be- tise we’ve gained. We identify and cause we provide excellent training We market our eco study tours by develop environmental tourism by to staff and tour guides. The people our two commercial partners, where combining knowledge on tourism who developed these solutions information is spread worldwide to management with environmental have the opportunity to showcase travel agencies who provide tour knowledge of local eco innovations their work. We aim to give each suggestions for their customers. in renewable energy, eco villages, visitor practical insight into what low energy consumption units, or- it’s like to work with sustainable The project was awarded with the ganic farms, green accommodation, solutions. Danish Tourism Council’s initiative cleaner products, etc. Prize in 2009: Through innovation The project partners are environ­ and cooperation the project has The Environmental Tourism Project mental professors and other shown a path to new tourism tracks down great environmental experts from the Tourist Guide concepts that can create new value initiatives in the region, and decides Diploma Programme at ENSPAC and growth in Danish tourism. if each one can be a learning experi- Dept., Roskilde University, two

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