NEST serves EU project as pilot plant
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…
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UBS and Wincasa launch new property advisory service
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…
Developing alternative forms of housing with building groups: Lessons learnt from the Winkelhalden
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…
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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…
Ground-breaking ceremony for Bern’s first PlusEnergy neighbourhood
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…
A controlled development in Corsier
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…
Modernisation of the Herzogenmühle health centre
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…
Disposal security thanks to long-term landfill planning
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…
First Swiss Hydrogen Congress
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.…
Extension to create more living space
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…
Ina Invest completes merger and increases market capitalisation
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…
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City of Baden reviews development for the Galgenbuck area
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 reserve.
Glarner Kantonalbank seeks projects for sustainability award
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…
Mischa Bosshard manages Haupt + Studer AG
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,…
Holcim takes over Argentinian company Tensolite
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…
Zurich Airport builds new cargo hall
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…
Freesuns receives 1 million francs
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…
Urbanistica calls for polycentric development in Switzerland
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.…