Ground-breaking ceremony for carbon-free cement plant in Belgium
The building materials producer has broken ground on a facility in Belgium to produce carbon-free cement. The GO4ZERO plant in Obourg aims to produce 2 million tons of net-zero cement…
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Progress with slope stabilisation in Bergdietikon
After completing the slope stabilization in Land Rai, the municipality of Bergdietikon is conducting further measurements to ensure the buildability of the area. Due to heavy rainfall during the observation…
Importance of the property sector for the Swiss economy
The Federal Office for Housing highlights the high economic significance of the real estate sector in Switzerland. With a share of 11 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and…
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Innovative climbing protection systems for urban cable cars
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…
The path to sustainable metropolises
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) and BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management (REIM) have presented a groundbreaking discussion paper that sheds light on how cities can strengthen their resilience through…
Innovation and networking in the Swiss electrical industry
Ineltec 2024 returns as the leading meeting place for the Swiss electrical industry to present the latest trends and technologies at Messe Zürich on 11 and 12 September. With a…
A new vision for the Zurich metropolitan area
In November 2023, the cantonal planners from Aargau, Lucerne, Schaffhausen, Schwyz, St. Gallen, Thurgau, Zug and Zurich presented the innovative Metro-ROK 2050 spatial planning concept, which sets the course for…
Council of Europe and Switzerland set standards for AI
On 17 May 2024, the groundbreaking Convention on Artificial Intelligence (AI) was adopted by the Council of Europe with the participation of Switzerland. This event marks a decisive step towards…
Zug sets standards in global blockchain research
The canton of Zug is investing CHF 39.35 million in a five-year project to promote blockchain research in order to establish the so-called "Crypto Valley" as a leading global centre…
Influential voice in the property industry
After his studies, Stefan Fahrländer worked at renowned institutions and research facilities in the field of economic research and real estate analysis. His career took him from Berlin via Zurich…
The art of interior design – Zurich’s path to the future
In an interview, Katrin Gügler, Director of Spatial Planning for the City of Zurich, provides a comprehensive insight into her diverse tasks. Together with her interdisciplinary team, she works on…
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Environment, costs and aesthetics: a comparison of concrete and wood
The choice between concrete and timber as building materials for construction projects is crucial as they have far-reaching effects on the environment, construction costs, longevity of structures and aesthetics. Both…
Evolution of living space design
Since 1950, the space required per resident has increased from 25 m² to 46 m², which has led to larger bathrooms and open-plan kitchen layouts. These changes not only reflect…
Stefan Kölliker, President of the Government of St. Gallen, is a strategic new member of the Board of Directors
After a comprehensive realignment, Admicasa welcomes the former St. Gallen district president Stefan Kölliker as a new board member. Kölliker, who recently retired from active politics, brings extensive experience to…
GF tackles expansion of Klostergut Paradies
The Paradies Foundation is planning a comprehensive upgrade of the Paradies Monastery estate in Schlatt, including the construction of a new hotel and the environmentally friendly renovation of the existing…
Large-scale project for performing arts and student accommodation in Vernier
The Fondation pour le Développement des Arts et de la Culture has commissioned HRS to build a cultural center and a student residence in Vernier. The project includes an event…
Biogas production attracts interest in Laufental-Thierstein
Erdgas AG Laufenstein-Thierstein (GASAG) is planning to build a biogas plant in the Münchenstein region. In a letter to farmers, the location issue was clarified and financing options were examined.…
New design guidelines for Zurich Lengg: a step into the future
With the introduction of the design plan obligation in the Lengg area, the city of Zurich is taking a decisive step towards ensuring high-quality development that is compatible with the…