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By coring the seabed at 850 m water depth in Disko Bay off Greenland's west coast, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have obtained the first historical record of plastic pollution in Greenland. The new data suggest a link to local socio-economic development and represent a step towards developing a common method for analyzing and mapping global microplastic pollution.

Copenhagen, Denmark - As global attention increasingly diverts away from Ukraine, the violent reality of war remains no less explicit. Ukraine House in Denmark and the Danish Cultural Institute announce their third commemorative event "Voices of Dignity: Defending Ukraine," bringing together Ukrainian and Danish poets, musicians, soldiers, and opinion leaders to mark the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion. Set for February 24, 2025, at Ukraine House in Denmark, this event continues its mission of amplifying Ukrainian voices that remain dignified and resilient in the face of unimaginable horror. The evening will feature extraordinary testimonies from those who have experienced the war firsthand.

How determined are OECD and EU countries in pursuing the goal of climate neutrality by 2050? A recent monitoring report by the Bertelsmann Stiftung reveals that Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Spain are setting the pace with their effective policy strategies. In contrast, Canada, Australia, Israel, Poland and Hungary need to significantly ramp up their efforts. The analysis compares the effectiveness of national policies in climate protection, energy transition and circular economy practices.

Copenhagen, Denmark – On October 29, 2024 Ukraine House in Denmark and the Embassy of Ukraine in Denmark hosted a critical event to spotlight the far-reaching consequences of Russia's war on Ukraine’s agriculture and its effects on global food stability. This event brought together leading experts to discuss economic, ecological, and logistical challenges, highlighting Ukraine’s essential role in international food security and the collaborative efforts needed to restore its agricultural sector. The discussion is a part of the “Heart of Earth” exhibition program and is supported Izolyatsia foundation, Trans Europe Halles and Maly Berlin and co-financed by the #ZMINA_Rebuilding program, created with the support of the European Union in Ukraine under a dedicated call for proposals to support Ukrainian displaced people and the Ukrainian Cultural and Creative Sectors.

This December, explore the rich heritage of Ukraine’s Christmas through exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and films that celebrate its timeless traditions.

Ukraine House in Denmark warmly invites everyone to join a meaningful tradition of lighting a candle in memory of the victims of the Holodomor, a man-made famine that claimed millions of lives in Ukraine in 1932–1933. This act of remembrance, observed annually, symbolizes solidarity and a commitment to preserving the memory of those who suffered. Date: November 23, 2024 | Time: 15:00–17:00 Location: Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, Copenhagen

We invite you to two engaging events examining the phenomena of national identity, consolidation, and statehood taking Ukraine as a case study.

Ukraine House in Denmark, in partnership with Humanity in Action and the Ukrainian Jewish Encounter, is pleased to announce a special event, “Shared Histories: Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish Relations Through Time,” on October 23, 2024. This unique event will explore the interconnected histories of Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish communities, offering an in-depth discussion of their experiences, particularly during World War II, and the lessons that can inform today's global challenges.

On September 12, UN City Copenhagen hosted a screening of “Big Water”, a powerful documentary by The Reckoning Project: Ukraine Testifies. The film explores the grave consequences of Russia's destruction of the Kakhovka Dam and the resulting ecological disaster in Ukraine.

The highly anticipated ‘Heart of Earth’ exhibition, one of Ukraine’s most significant wartime cultural projects, will be unveiled in Copenhagen, Ukraine House in Denmark, on August 23 in the context of 33rd Ukraine’s Independence celebrations. Curated by the esteemed Mystetskyi Arsenal (Kyiv, Ukraine), this exhibition showcases the profound reflections of 17 Ukrainian artists on their nation's deep-rooted connection to its land. Through their works, the artists explore their home as a crucial granary for entire continents due to the vital food it produces. The exhibition reveals how, much like gas and oil, food originates from the earth and can be used as a powerful weapon.

The winner of the German Non-Fiction Prize 2024 is Christina Morina, for her work “Tausend Aufbrüche. Die Deutschen und ihre Demokratie seit den 1980er Jahren” (“A Thousand New Beginnings. Germans and Their Democracy Since the 1980s”) (Siedler Verlag).

Munich, May 14th 2024 – The YER Group, an international recruiting company operating out of the Netherlands, is investing in the Munich-based recruitment specialist AVANTGARDE Experts, which operates throughout Germany. The partners will be moving forward together to strengthen their position on the German market for filling personnel vacancies in sustainable industries such as tech, mobility and energy. YER is acquiring one hundred percent of the shares formerly owned by the parent company AVANTGARDE and private equity company EMH Partners. Joining forces for an international job market As part of the international YER Group, AVANTGARDE Experts will continue to write its success story. As a result of the acquisition, the company will now also be separating under company law from the brand experience agency AVANTGARDE as the parent company. Started at the end of 2007 as recruitment experts for events, AVANTGARDE Experts has developed into one of the German market leaders in filling aca

To discover region's beaches, mountains, castles and churches

"Being a Neighbor" to Russia panel discussion at the Ukraine House in Denmark brought together perspectives of Georgia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland and Ukraine

The exhibition Denmark After Dark take visitors back to the 1980s, when a rock-star-dream came true and D-A-D was born.

Immersive exhibition invites visitors to discover the country's past, present and future NUSSLI, LAVA, and insglück collaborate for ambitious project

For hundrede år siden begyndte grønlænderen Johan Eugenius at samle og skrive noter om planter i Grønland. I dag finder man hans planter og noter på en række af verdens ledende forskningsinstitutioner i blandt andet Danmark, USA og Canada. Den 1. marts åbner en pop-up udstilling på Arktisk Institut i København, hvor man kan opleve eksempler på Eugenius’ arbejde.

Camila Cabello, Janelle Monáe, Beth Hart and local super star MØ are the latest additions to this year’s line-up. With acts like Lenny Kravitz, Future Rave aka David Guetta and MORTEN, Bryan Adams, RAYE, Avril Lavigne, Kaizers Orchestra, and James Arthur, the line-up for this summer’s edition of the Denmark-based festival has already taken shape. Now, the festival is once again gearing up for next year’s event with the addition of four strong names. The multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated Cuban-born singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Camila Cabello has continuously been pushing popular music and culture beyond boundaries and borders throughout her career and made history while doing so. She became “the first Hispanic woman to reach RIAA Diamond status” with her Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit “Havana (feat. Young Thug)” and has released several smash hits since then, including singles like “Bam Bam (feat. Ed Sheeran)” and “Don’t Go Yet” from her latest 2022-record Familia. Cabello’s performa

Get ready to be enchanted by the timeless melodies of Ukrainian Christmas carols!Join us from Dec. 16-18 as the renowned boys’ and men’s choir "Dudaryk" from Lviv, Ukraine, embarks on a special three-day concert tour across Copenhagen.

Ukraine House Denmark is proud to host profound reflections and celebrations of the Ukrainian spirit and culture. This month, we've curated events that promise to connect, enlighten, and inspire our network of friends and supporters.