The supply of available space in Switzerland's five largest office markets will continue to increase in 2024. This is according to a study by Jones Lang LaSalle. The property company expects construction activity to increase this year and in the next two

Graubünden-based Repower AG will be supplying additional municipalities with electricity from 2027. It wants to reduce the particularly high costs in the Moesa region before the energy supply contracts expire. From 2026, electricity purchases should become noticeably

The canton of Zurich, like Switzerland as a whole, is facing profound demographic changes. The decline in the proportion of the working population and increasing ageing pose considerable challenges for the labour market and the economy. A new study shows that even a high level of immigration can

The "Airport Night Quiet Initiative" calls for stricter night-time quiet at Zurich Airport. However, the cantonal government sees legal conflicts with federal law and warns of negative effects on Zurich as a business

The Zug Climate Charter actively motivates companies in the canton of Zug to implement concrete measures to reduce CO2 emissions and thereby strengthen their competitiveness. Supported by an alliance of businesses and the canton, the Zug SME initiative offers customised advice and expertise to make

The Association for the Decarbonisation of Industry has set itself the goal of reducing industrial emissions through innovative processes such as methane pyrolysis and even generating negative emissions in the long term. The ambitious project is set to go into regular operation by 2026. The members

The economy of the Zug region is diverse and includes both internationally active and local companies. The entrepreneurial landscape is characterised by clusters in which companies exchange knowledge and resources, benefit from each other and at the same time compete with each

The canton of Aargau wants to rejoin the Greater Zurich Area (GZA). Membership of the regional location promotion organisation is intended to help the canton to attract companies in innovative sectors. The GZA is now focussed on

Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) are working on systems for utilising energy from underground. In addition to minimising earthquakes caused by artificial cracks, closed systems for water and CO2 are also being

The Council of States wants to facilitate the construction of wind turbines with a height of up to 30 metres. These should also be able to be built outside of building zones. In doing so, it is following a state initiative from Appenzell

Romande Energie becomes a minority shareholder in H2 Bois. The joint venture between Groupe Corbat and Planair aims to produce hydrogen from wood waste from 2026. Thanks to the simultaneous production of biochar, CO2 will be permanently

Hälg Facility Management AG will open a new branch in St.Gallen on 1 January 2025. The company, which has 200 employees, is thus expanding its building management services to eastern

Winterthur City Council has adopted the Smart City Winterthur 2030 strategy. With a focus on innovation, needs-orientation and co-creation, the city aims to further expand its position as a leading smart city in Switzerland. Two central programmes are to drive implementation

The year 2025 will bring an exciting mix of opportunities and challenges for the Swiss construction industry. The focus will be on topics such as sustainability, digitalisation and urbanisation, while a shortage of skilled workers and rising raw material prices will call for innovative solutions.

The third consecutive wave of bankruptcies is shaking the Swiss economy. While more than 8,000 companies are likely to file for insolvency again in 2024, young companies and traditional firms are particularly affected. Geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties and rising commodity prices are

After eight years of intensive deliberation, Parliament has abolished the taxation of notional "owner-occupied rents". The system change simplifies the tax system, promotes financial stability and facilitates access to home ownership for young

The good location and high quality of life in the Zug area has led to a strong increase in population in recent years and consequently to an ever-increasing demand for space for living and working. The region around Lake Zug has many projects and site developments that will offer high-quality

With the new Unterfeld energy centre, the canton of Zug is taking a significant step towards a sustainable heating and cooling supply. The utilisation of lake water and innovative sector coupling technologies make the Circulago energy network a central component of the energy transition and the

After falling in October, asking rents rose again in November to the level seen in September. This is shown by the latest Homegate rental index. Year-on-year, rents were 3.1 per cent higher across

Golf Sempach now offers an indoor golf centre for year-round training. The training centre is scheduled to open on 17 January 2025. Modern technology and an integrated fitness area will enable training to meet the highest

The real estate company Colliers Switzerland has let another large space in the Konnex building complex in the centre of Baden. Harting AG is building its new global headquarters in

There is still considerable potential for sustainable wood utilisation in Switzerland. This is the conclusion of a joint analysis by researchers from various

The Smart City Hub Switzerland association has presented its first awards for intelligent and sustainable urban solutions. The Smart Appenzellerland, Generative AI Assistance for Winterthur and Zuri Accessible CiTy (ZuriACT) projects came out on top among 20

Energie Wasser Bern (ewb) is examining the establishment of a heating network in the north-east of Bern. Ewb also wants to utilise the heat from the River Aare as an energy source. Water is to be drawn from the river at Engehalde for this purpose. An application to this effect has already been

The canton of Lucerne wants to strengthen the circular economy in the construction industry. Together with Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, it has launched the Eco-Design in Building Construction competition. Circular construction projects can apply for funding from mid-January to

Claudius Moor will become CEO of the Arbonia Group on 1 January. He will take the place of Alexander von Witzleben, who will focus on his role as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Moor has been CEO of the Doors Division at Arbonia since

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) and Gaznat are expanding their collaboration. They are planning three calls for tenders for research and development projects in the field of clean gas supply. Gaznat is providing CHF 5 million over seven

Burkhalter Holding AG is taking over the employees and business of Etablissements Techniques Fragnière (ETF). Two new companies founded by the Zurich-based building technology specialist will continue ETF's activities in Bulle and Givisiez

Aeroskin Tech wants to start industrial production of its insulating materials made from aerogel. The spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich is looking for investors. A pilot plant is planned as a first

NewGreenTec has installed a hybrid wind-solar small power plant on the roof of the Plantahof in Landquart. The aim is to reduce the ecological footprint of the agricultural training centre and create a role model for sustainable energy