
Findings from the Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024
The Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024 emphasises the urgent need to put health, sustainability and resilience at the heart of construction and renovation projects. The study shows that only a holistic approach can future-proof the building sector - with clear recommendations for policymakers and

Binding Prize for Biodiversity 2025
The Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation invites applications for the prestigious Binding Prize for Biodiversity 2025. For the fifth time, we are looking for innovative and pioneering projects that set new standards in the context of the annual theme "Biodiversity and Health". Take the opportunity

Strengthening presence in the construction industry through acquisition in Slovenia
The SFS Group has acquired EPRO D.O.O. in Slovenia. The distribution partner in the construction industry specialises in components for flat roofs, lightweight construction and facades. The acquisition is intended to strengthen the Group's presence for fastening technology in the

Energy City strengthens climate policy with new certification standards
In future, the Energy City Association wants to support its 644 member municipalities above all in achieving net zero. Certification will be reorganised accordingly. In future, Gold cities will have to prove that their strategies and measures are compatible with achieving the


Cantonal hospital: New brand identity under the banner of healing architecture
Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) will move into its new building, which is based on the principle of healing architecture, at the beginning of 2025. With a new logo and a modern brand identity, the hospital is focusing on positive and healing-oriented

Sustainable processes through pinch analysis and heat storage
With PinCH 4.0, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts has developed software that makes industrial processes more energy-efficient and cost-saving. The integration of heat storage systems can significantly reduce energy consumption, as an analysis at food manufacturer HACO



Bank gives cautious all-clear for real estate bubbles
According to the UBS study, the bubble risk in the residential real estate market remains high, particularly in cities such as Miami, Tokyo and Zurich. However, the index shows that the risk is declining slightly in many cities. The economic outlook will have a strong influence on price trends in

Future-oriented urban development in Bern
The visionary Wankdorfcity 3 project is taking shape in Bern, creating new residential and living space. The building permit granted lays the foundation for a lively neighbourhood that will provide around 500 flats and 3,000 jobs by 2029. The mix of living, working and leisure will revitalise the

Apartments in Locle presented for older people
On October 3, 2024, the open day was held at Avenue Technicum 11 in Locle, where specially adapted apartments for older people and people with reduced mobility were presented. The apartments meet the criteria of the AE label and offer affordable living space with supervision


EWZ and EKZ join forces to combat skills shortage
The two electricity supply companies EWZ and EKZ in Zurich have launched a joint training and communication campaign to combat the shortage of skilled electricians. The focus is on the targeted training of lateral entrants in order to ensure security of supply in the city and

Building authorities conference Appenzell Ausserrhoden
End of September 2024, the building authorities conference took place in Walzenhausen, focusing on the topic of "Diverse habitats in settlements". Around 50 representatives from municipal authorities, building authorities and companies discussed the importance of biodiversity in residential areas

FEDRO promotes electric mobility in Switzerland
The Federal Roads Office (FEDRO) is supporting the further development of electromobility in Switzerland by expanding fast-charging stations along the national roads. Five companies have been awarded the contract for the construction of charging hubs, which should significantly increase the density



KohlenKraft sponsors Zurich Climathon
KohlenKraft, a young company from the Technopark Winterthur, develops climate-positive building materials. Its innovative products help to reduce CO2 emissions and contribute to the circular economy. CEO Charles Gerike-Roberts and CTO Moritz Keller have already received several awards for their



Energy City Association focuses on net zero
Cities and municipalities are working towards the goal of climate neutrality with the Energy City label. Certification and strategies are increasingly being adapted to the net-zero target in order to promote sustainable energy policies. There is a particular focus on supporting smaller

102. immoTable Schaffhausen on the road to the future
The 102nd immoTable, the renowned event for the property industry, focused on important topics that will have a significant impact on the future of property development in Schaffhausen and beyond. From urban development projects and renewable energies to modern living and working concepts - the






