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The storage of carbon dioxide plays an important role in climate protection. Innovative technologies enable the conversion of CO2 into sustainable materials, which makes a significant contribution to reducing emissions.

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Solar power: first system of the second project in operation

Zaugg Schlieren AG commissioned the first third of its second solar plant in mid-October. The installed capacity is 98.28 kilowatts peak, which means that around 95 megawatt hours of solar…

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Opportunities and risks of property crowdfunding in Switzerland

Property crowdfunding offers an alternative way to invest in the property market - even with small amounts of capital. But how lucrative and safe is this form of investment? We…

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Lucerne’s Wesemlin neighbourhood is leading the way, mastering the energy transition together!

The Wesemlin neighbourhood in Lucerne is setting an example for a collective energy transition: Instead of individual solutions, the neighbourhood is focusing on a collective energy strategy. With the support…

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Construction of the world’s largest building

The Mukaab, a monumental building 400 metres high and wide, is being built in Riyadh and is planned to be the largest building in the world. The project is part…

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New ultra-thin film for interference-free 5G and 6G

A research team from the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) has developed an ultra-thin film that absorbs 99% of electromagnetic waves. This technology could significantly improve the efficiency and…

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ConstructionInternationalSustainability

Revolutionary building monitoring

A new metamaterial with exceptional sensitivity to tensile and compressive forces could significantly improve the monitoring and stability of structures. Researchers at KIT have developed a technology that enables precise…

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Solar park project completed five months earlier than planned

With the help of Groupe E Greenwatt, Nexans has put 4000 solar modules with an output of 1.7 megawatts into operation on ten roofs at its site in Cortaillod. With…

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CompanyConstructionEastern Switzerland

Customised processes support bridge renovation in Chur

The AS Chur Süd consortium has commissioned STRABAG to replace the bridge edge beams of the Sommerau subway in Chur. The timber construction team from the Schlieren-based construction company developed…

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Sursee makes solar systems and green roofs standard

The Sursee municipal council has adopted a counter-proposal to the municipal initiative in favour of an independent and ecological energy supply by a large majority. This will make a combination…

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ConstructionEastern SwitzerlandRefurbishment

Former monastery in Davos reopens as a hotel

Joseph's House will reopen its doors on 26 December. Owner Davos Klosters Mountains has turned the former nunnery and sanatorium into a three-star superior hotel. CHF 20 million was invested…

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Residential and commercial complex with 272 flats and hotel being built in Opfikon

Implenia submitted the building application for the Rocket & Tigerli project in Winterthur's Lokstadt on 26 September. Construction work on the Rocket high-rise and the three Tigerli buildings is due…

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Expansion of the Schoch office in the Zurich area

Büro Schoch Werkhaus AG acquired the Zurich-based company Mohn Bürokultur at the beginning of October. Mohn Bürokultur will be retained as a brand and will operate as a branch office…

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OST graduates predict solar yield

Two graduates of the OST - Ostschweizer Fachhochschule have developed an innovative tool that provides precise energy forecasts for photovoltaic systems and increases the efficiency of the systems.

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Zurich utilities expand smart meter network

The electricity utility of the city of Zurich (ewz), Energie 360° and the Zurich water utility (WWZ) are increasingly relying on smart meters. This makes consumption more transparent and troubleshooting…

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Cooperation for intelligent lighting and building solutions

ABB and the Zumtobel Group are working together to further develop intelligent lighting and building solutions. The aim is to accelerate sensor-based lighting solutions and optimize the integration of building…

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Holcim and Amazon support start-ups for sustainable construction

Holcim and Amazon's Climate Pledge Fund support start-ups in the sustainable construction sector. 14Trees and Paebbl benefit from this support to drive forward sustainable construction projects and develop new technologies.

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Dormakaba receives four winners at the Iconic Awards 2024

Dormakaba was honored with four awards in three categories at the Iconic Awards 2024 for innovative architecture in Munich. The locking technology company impressed with solutions for access control, access…

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