ConstructionProjectsSustainabilityZurich

Climate-neutral showcase neighbourhood

The city of Zurich is planning to set an example of climate sustainability with the "Net Zero Pilot Neighbourhood" project in the Binz/Alt-Wiedikon area. With a budget of CHF 7.7…

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ConstructionSustainability

JURA ECO3 – the visibly sustainable cement

Small CO2 footprint, lowest grey energy value of all Swiss cements and 100% Swiss Made - the JURA ECO3 with local, calcined clay also sets a visual example for sustainable…

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Emergency power for automatic doors: New battery backup solution

Dormakaba has developed a fire-tested battery backup for automatic doors. It acts as an emergency power supply for locking systems in the event of a power failure. The systems are…

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Building materials and recycling industry join forces

The trade association arv Baustoffrecycling Schweiz and the FSKB Fachverband der Schweizerischen Kies- und Betonindustrie have merged to form the Fachverband Baustoff Kreislauf Schweiz. Its aim is to ensure circularity…

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CO2 removal in building materials: CDR alliance grows

Over the next few years, NextGen CDR will purchase CO2 removed from the air and permanently stored in building materials (carbon dioxide removal, CDR) from the Bern-based company Neustark at…

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SAK and NORM work together for greater energy efficiency

St.Gallisch-Appenzellische Kraftwerke AG (SAK) has initiated a partnership with Norm Technologies from Zurich to analyze and improve the energy efficiency and CO2 emissions of buildings. This collaboration aims to offer…

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Realisation of an extensive solar project at the production site of a pharmaceutical manufacturer

A major pharmaceutical manufacturer is investing in a photovoltaic system at its production site in Switzerland. With a capacity that covers 25% of the annual demand, the project demonstrates the…

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ProjectsSustainabilityZurich

Dietikon’s facades to be greened for the Phänomena

An Open Innovation Challenge is being launched in Dietikon to promote innovative solutions for vertical greening of facades. The event is supported by several local organizations and companies and aims…

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Circle at Zurich Airport has four new tenants

The business and service center Circle at Zurich Airport continues to grow. With four new tenants, including a co-working space for emerging companies and an SAP Experience Center, the Circle…

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Redesign of the Schlössli Collab Lucerne

Axon Active Holding AG has begun the expansion and renovation of its historic headquarters to transform it into a center for digital innovation.

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BusinessTrends

Changes in the Swiss mortgage market after key interest rate cut

Despite an unexpected cut in the key interest rate by the SNB, there is a clear decline in demand for SARON mortgages, while interest rates for fixed-rate mortgages remain stable…

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EnergySustainabilityZurich

A step towards a fossil-free future

The Altstetten and Höngg energy network, the largest project of its kind in Switzerland, marks a decisive step forward in the sustainable supply of heat to 30,000 households based on…

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EnergySustainabilityZurich

CoolCity lake water network, an urban powerhouse

An innovative project for sustainable energy supply, CoolCity, is being developed in the center of Zurich. By combining heating and cooling technologies, a pioneering step is being taken towards ecological…

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ConstructionSustainabilityZurich

Increased efficiency in construction through negative emission technologies

The final report on the accounting of negative emission technologies (NET) provides insights into the current challenges and solutions for integrating these technologies into the construction industry in order to…

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InternationalTrendsZurich

Zurich once again the smartest city in the global IMD Smart City Index

For the fifth time in a row, Zurich was ranked as the smartest city in the world in the global IMD Smart City Index. Geneva and Lausanne also achieved strong…

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World’s largest electric melting furnace for stone wool in operation

The world's largest electric melting furnace for stone wool was commissioned in Flums. With this investment of over 100 million Swiss francs, Flumroc has taken a significant step towards decarbonization,…

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CHF 2 million for the development of energy-saving lighting

LEDCity has received 2 million Swiss francs in an additional financing round. The company intends to use the newly acquired capital totalling CHF 5 million to drive forward the development…

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New catering project in Baden’s city centre on 1000 square metres

The SV Group is setting up a restaurant with 300 seats and a terrace in the Konnex building complex in the center of Baden, covering an area of 1,000 square…

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