Halter AG is establishing a new competence center within the company. It will focus on urban planning and architecture. The setup is expected to begin in

The fourth touristic experience meeting ERFA was held under the direction of the project developer Gutundgut in Nendaz VS. The gathering of touristic destinations focused on

Researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich want to include social factors in the site selection for renewable energy. Until now, technical and economic factors have been

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) aims to recover all waste heat, including from the micro data center, in its research building NEST and integrate it into the heating system. This will make NEST a pilot plant for the EU research project

UBS and Wincasa have introduced a new advisory solution for owners of investment properties. This service aims to support renovation and energy-efficient upgrades to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The collaboration aims to promote sustainable thinking in the real estate

Alternative living concepts for the 55+ age group are gaining popularity. Projects such as the "zusammenhalt" cooperative in Winterthur and Winkelhalden AG in Oberrieden demonstrate that an engaged community is key to success. Developers and investors can benefit from these concepts while

The unique structure of Zurich, with its 12 districts and 34 neighborhoods nestled between the Limmat River and Uetliberg, provides a picturesque setting for over 428,700 residents and 1.4 million people in the metropolitan area. Zurich's economic diversity and strength, combined with its high

Following an extensive development phase, today's ground-breaking ceremony symbolically marked the start of construction for the high-quality and sustainable Aarerain residential estate in Ittigen-Worblaufen. Handover to the investor is expected to take place at the end of

The State Council has approved the communal structure plan and the structure plan for Corsier's pedestrian routes. Both are aimed at preserving the municipality's identity as a rural community while at the same time meeting the challenges of the canton's urban development and the new legal

The Herzogenmühle health centre in Schwamendingen, an established retirement home, is about to undergo an extensive renovation and refurbishment project. Between July 2024 and summer 2025, around CHF 5.9 million will be invested to adapt the centre to current operational requirements and the needs

As part of the efforts towards a circular economy, the amount of waste disposed of in landfills in the canton of Zurich has been significantly reduced. For the waste that cannot be recycled, careful planning and selection of new landfill sites ensures long-term disposal

The first Swiss Hydrogen Congress took place in Yverdon-les-Bains on 28 March. Participants from the worlds of science, business and politics came together to examine the topic from various angles. The event was a success and was organised in cooperation with Planair, CleanTech Alps and the Western

Single-family homes cost 3.9 per cent more and owner-occupied flats 3.1 per cent more in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Compared to the last quarter of 2023, prices for single-family homes rose by 1.4 per cent, while those for condominiums stagnated.

Adding up to two storeys to residential buildings should increase the number of flats in cities. This is what the FDP is proposing together with FDP Urban. The maximum height should be raised by at least three metres in all residential areas, except in the case of townscape and monument

Ina Invest Holding Ltd. has completed the merger with its subsidiary Ina Invest Ltd. The property company now operates under the name Ina Invest Ltd. The merger is associated with an increase in market capitalisation to around CHF 280

Baden is reviewing the current development master plan for the Galgenbuck area in Baden-Dättwil. With an area of 15 hectares, it is the city's last large and contiguous settlement

For the third time, the Glarner Kantonalbank is awarding a sustainability prize to promote forward-looking projects in the canton. Ideas in the fields of environment, society, and economy can now be submitted. The prize money is 10,000

Mischa Bosshard has been the managing director of Haupt + Studer AG since April 1st. The previous project manager replaces René Hasler. The company, active in electrical installation, building technology, and telematics, celebrated its 100th anniversary at the end of

Holcim acquires Tensolite. The leading Argentine manufacturer and distributor of precast and prestressed concrete systems expands the Zug-based building materials producer's portfolio in Latin America. Tensolite's distribution network extends from Argentina to Paraguay and

Holcim acquires Tensolite. The leading Argentine manufacturer and distributor of precast and prestressed concrete systems expands the Zug-based building materials producer's portfolio in Latin America. Tensolite's distribution network extends from Argentina to Paraguay and

A consortium involving the PHIDA Group is investing 1 million francs in the start-up Freesuns. The young company has developed innovative solar tiles. These tiles are discreetly integrated into the architecture of representative

According to the Urbanistica Association, Switzerland has sufficient transportation infrastructure for a population of 10 million people. Small and medium-sized cities should be upgraded as places to live and work. The transportation fund should contribute 500 million francs per year for this

Schréder, a global provider of outdoor lighting, is acquiring a 49 percent stake in Photinus. This investment in the Austrian solar lighting company aims to promote the global growth of intelligent solar

In 2023, the Basel Area economic region once again demonstrated high attractiveness for foreign companies and startups, with a remarkable number of 34 new establishments, predominantly in the life sciences sector. Additionally, Basel Area Business & Innovation recorded nearly a record high with 86

Alpiq hat 2023 eine Gesamtleistung von 8420 Millionen Franken erzielt, 43 Prozent weniger als im Vorjahr. Der Gewinn verfünffachte sich fast auf 820 Millionen Franken. Dazu haben vor allem die Wasserkraftwerke in der Schweiz und Gaskraftwerke in Italien, Spanien und Ungarn

DHG Properties beginnt mit Bau und Verkauf der Helvetia Residences in Dubai, seinem ersten Projekt in der Region. In den Wohnimmobilienkomplex mit 430 Wohneinheiten unterschiedlicher Grösse investiert der Immobilienentwickler umgerechnet über 144 Millionen

Die Angebotsmieten haben im Januar schweizweit durchschnittlich um 0,3 Prozent zugelegt. Innerhalb der Kantone gibt es jedoch grosse Schwankungen. Sie reichen von einem Plus von 3,7 Prozent bis zu einem Rückgang um 2,6 Prozent. Dies zeigt der aktuelle

Der Wandel von der Industrie- zur Dienstleistungsgesellschaft schafft Chancen für Quartiere und ganze Städte. Die Fachtagung Dialog Standortmanagement geht am 12. März auf die integrale Standortentwicklung Winterthurs und auf die Umnutzung der ehemaligen Kartonfabrik zum Bernapark

Zug ist die attraktivste Mikrostadt unter den Business-Standorten Europas. Zürich nimmt unter den mittelgrossen Städten Platz 2 ein. Unter den Top 10 der fDi-Ranglisten 2024 landen auch die Städte Genf und Basel, die Kantone Zürich, Genf und Zug sowie die Standortförderer Greater Zurich Area

Samuel Roth verlässt House of Winterthur zum 1. August, um sich beruflich zu verändern. Er hat als Geschäftsführer mit neuen Formaten und mehr Präsenz in sozialen Medien die Organisation für Standortmarketing stark