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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…

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Zug sets new standards with Circulago

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…

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Rental prices in Switzerland rise slightly again

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…

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New indoor golf facility with high-tech training in Hildisrieden

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…

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Sustainable office space for global headquarters in Baden

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…

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Researchers analyse wood use in Switzerland

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

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Appenzellerland, Winterthur and Zurich honoured with awards

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)…

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District heating project in Bern utilises the River Aare as an energy source

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…

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Lucerne promotes circular construction projects

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…

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New projects for decarbonisation of the gas industry to start in 2025

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…

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Takeover secures jobs and orders in Freiburg

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…

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New technology for sustainable building insulation under development

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…

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Hybrid small power plant promotes green energy in Graubünden

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…

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Schlieren to shut down gas network from 2030

The city of Schlieren has decided to shut down the gas grid in stages by 2040 in order to achieve the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. The first areas…

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Zug remains Zug – liveable, visionary, vibrant

In an interview with the Mayor of Zug, we discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the city of Zug on its path to a sustainable, innovative future. From economic growth…

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Zurich Airport begins with renaturation

From 2025, the section of the Glatt to the west of Zurich Airport between Opfikon and Rümlang will be ecologically upgraded. The revitalization project will create new habitats for plants…

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Zug Economic Area – Facts and Figures Zug

Zug was once one of the poorest cantons in Switzerland. Today, Zug is a canton with many diverse international companies and the business location with the highest contribution per inhabitant…

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Experienced executive takes over management of digital real estate marketplace

Myriam Reinle will become the new CEO of Houzy, bringing over 20 years of experience in building digital marketplaces and tech start-ups. Her appointment marks a strategic move to lead…

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