In the region of Central Jutland, the Lighthouse for Water Technology brings together the Danish water sector and creates strong, innovative partnerships between utilities, companies, knowledge institutions, public actors and innovative small and medium-sized Danish companies. The Lighthouse encompasses the entire Danish water sector and aims to contribute to a CO2 and climate neutral water sector by 2030 through a large number of development projects.
Ambition and goals
- Create an international hub for innovative, sustainable and efficient water technology solutions
- Develop the world’s most sustainable, climate-resilient and digital water supply.
- Double the export of water technology from 20 to 40 billion DKK in 2030 and create new Danish jobs
- Contribute to a CO2 and climate neutral water sector in 2030
- Increase the number of start-ups and SMEs within water technology in Denmark
- Create a world-leading, highly professional research and knowledge environment within water technology
- Build a world-leading knowledge base for lifelong learning within water technology
Seven focus areas, two projects and six key activities
The Lighthouse for Water Technology is a program consisting of seven focus areas, two projects and six main activities that, up to and including February 2026, must, among other things, support research and innovation, contribute to the development of a stronger ecosystem and ensure access to a skilled workforce.
The aim is to create a strong national lighthouse that brings together businesses, water companies, knowledge institutions and municipalities throughout the country with the aim of promoting the green transition, combating climate risks and exploiting the potential in the development of Danish water technologies and solutions.
Water Valley Innovation
Your path to innovation and development. Join one or more labs and get value for your business, too.
We aim to develop Denmark’s position as a world leader in innovative, sustainable, and efficient water technologies. As a water technology SME, you can participate in an innovation program tailored to your needs. Whether you want to develop your company, product portfolio, or business further, there is a relevant innovation lab for you.
The overall program
Water Valley Innovation – specialized innovation program for SMEs
- Ongoing onboarding
- Access to partner ecosystems and activities
- One-on-one coaching and continuous follow-up on needs, results, and impact.”
Coordination with other offers at The Lighthouse Watertech, as well as innovation and business promotion at Clean, Business Hub Central Denmark, Klimatorium, and Water Valley Denmark.
Knowledge and Innovation Lab
- Research and innovation support from DTU & AU
Future Solutions Lab
- Participation in innovation collaboration based on Danish and international water challenges
Water Living Lab
- SME participation in test and demonstration facilities
Water Data Space Lab
- Accelerating SME innovation through better data sharing
Do you want to help solve some of the world’s water problems in the future?
The Lighthouse has launched several projects as part of a larger effort to increase the workforce in the water sector.