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Discussion about security of supply and dependence on nuclear power

The Gösgen nuclear power plant is expected to remain shut down until the end of February 2026. The ongoing modernization of the water supply system requires additional measures and evidence.…

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New paving blocks reduce CO2 emissions in construction

CREABETON and the Dietiker start-up Oxara are launching a new series of low-CO2 paving stones. The stones are made with the cement-free binder Oulesse developed by Oxara. They are available…

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New energy park brings the energy transition to life

The Grisons University of Applied Sciences is opening the Grischa Energy Park at the Kuhrerhof in Chur on August 30. The park is intended to attract a wide audience as…

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Swiss electricity supply 2050 on the brink of major expansion

Switzerland's energy supply should be climate-neutral and nuclear-free by 2050. A new research report shows that photovoltaics and wind power must be massively expanded. At the same time, access to…

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New silicon acids could destroy “eternal chemicals”

Researchers at TU Berlin have achieved a breakthrough: They have developed a new class of silicon-based super Lewis acids that can break down even extremely stable compounds such as PFAS.…

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Digital twins for energy systems are gaining in importance

Urban Sympheny AG has completed ESRI's three-year start-up programme. During this time, Sympheny has integrated ESRI's geodata technology into its services. These are designed to support the planning and management…

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Photovoltaic system combines culture with sustainability

The Langmatt Museum is producing solar power as part of its complete refurbishment. On the roof of a newly constructed glass pavilion, a photovoltaic system from Regionalwerke Baden will supply…

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Local communities to promote solar expansion

The city of Zurich and ewz are committed to expanding solar power production in Zurich. In future, local communities are to be created in which owners of larger solar installations…

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Renovation incentives secure energy targets and the construction industry

Energy-efficient renovations are crucial to achieving Switzerland's climate and energy targets. However, the current proposal on the imputed rental value threatens to slow down investment and weaken the construction industry.…

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Lucerne is building a public network of charging stations

The city of Lucerne wants to create around 30 public locations with charging infrastructure by 2035. To this end, it is making public land available to third-party providers in return…

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Billion-euro investment drives expansion of energy storage systems

In future, Energy Vault will handle project planning, construction, commissioning and service contracts via the new subsidiary Asset Vault. This is to receive an investment of USD 300 million from…

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Infrastructure planning protects Magadino plain

The Magadino Plain in the canton of Ticino is a transportation hub, supply hub and unique natural landscape all in one. Around a third of the plain is protected as…

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Restrictions on objections in projects

On August 1, 2025, numerous legal changes came into force in Switzerland, affecting work, safety, education, the environment and aviation. Here is an overview of the most important changes, from…

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Alpine solar project launched over 2000 metres

STRABAG is realising the NalpSolar project in Graubünden for Axpo. An alpine solar plant with a technology centre is being built here next to the Lai da Nalps reservoir above…

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Light controls electricity in metals

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have developed a method to control the flow of electricity in ultra-thin metal films at room temperature using light. This discovery could…

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Efficient cooling with underfloor heating

Underfloor heating can do more than just heat. In combination with a suitable heat pump, it becomes a quiet, efficient and environmentally friendly cooling solution in summer. The article shows…

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Switzerland continues to massively expand solar power

Photovoltaic systems with an output of 1.8 gigawatts were installed in Switzerland in 2024. This was 10 per cent more than in the previous year. At the end of 2024,…

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New tool simplifies the reuse of radiators

The Basel Component Exchange and Zirkular GmbH are working with the Institute for Building Technology and Energy at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) to develop a guide…

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