Historic timeline of carbon neutral Copenhagen
1947 1910 The first bike lane is established in Copenhagen as the bridle paths paved with loose stones along the lakes are opened up to cyclists.
1863 The first public transportation option is unveiled in Copenhagen. The horse tram carried 20 passengers at a time from Sankt Annæ Plads to Frederiksberg Runddel.
The plan for Copenhagen’s urban development, “The Finger Plan,” is developed. It emphasises green wedges of recreational areas for Copenhageners to enjoy in between the “fingers” of urbanization.
1992 Wind turbines are raised in the waters just off the easternmost part of Copenhagen harbour, supplying 900 households with clean energy.
1976 1925 The first steps towards a centralised district heating system in Copenhagen are taken.
The first Wastewater Management Plan is formulated. The plan is the first step towards the revitalisation of the Copenhagen harbour and diminishes the health hazards of sewage.
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