Questions about Denmark

Short answers, pulled from the story.

What is the highest natural point in Denmark and how high is it?

The highest natural point in Denmark is Møllehøj at 171 meters above sea level. This elevation is by far the lowest high point in the Nordic countries.

When did Harald Bluetooth Christianise the Danes on the Jelling stones?

Harald Bluetooth Christianised the Danes around 965 AD on the Jelling stones. These two monuments serve as the baptismal certificate of Denmark.

Who has been head of state since the 14th of January 2024?

Hereditary monarch King Frederik X has been head of state since the 14th of January 2024. The Danish parliament is unicameral and called the Folketing.

How much unemployment compensation do workers receive under the flexicurity model?

Unemployment compensation reaches 65% of previous net income according to OECD data from 2016. Initial as well as long-term net replacement rates for unemployed persons were 65% against an OECD average of 53%.

What percentage of total electricity consumption came from wind turbines in 2015?

In 2015 wind turbines provided 42.1% of total electricity consumption in Denmark. Denmark derived 3.1% of its gross domestic product from renewable energy technology.