Northwestern SwitzerlandConstructionSustainability

Basel-Stadt tests CO2-neutral concrete in pedestrian zones

The canton of Basel-Stadt is currently trialling new furniture for Basel's meeting zones. CO2-neutral and cement-reduced concrete is being tested for the production of benches and plant troughs. The aim…

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Northwestern SwitzerlandNew constructionSustainability

HORTUS sets a new benchmark for sustainable construction

HORTUS, a new type of office building that focuses on radical sustainability, from construction to operation, has opened in Allschwil. The project is part of the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel…

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New cabins for Elsigenalp cable car

Elsigenalpbahnen AG inaugurated its new cabins with an opening ceremony at the weekend. With the inauguration of the Elsigenalp cable car, all mountain railways in Frutigen, Adelboden and Kandersteg have…

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Switzerland is the most competitive country in the world in 2025

Switzerland climbs to first place in the IMD's World Competitiveness Ranking 2025. An impressive signal of stability, efficiency and future viability in an increasingly fragmented global market. While protectionist tendencies…

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Eastern SwitzerlandProjects

The Glarus South residential park sets new standards

With the Glarus Süd residential park, a cross-generational, energy self-sufficient neighbourhood with 51 flats is being built on a former industrial site in Linthal. The project combines sustainability, innovation and…

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Eastern SwitzerlandProjects

From industrial site to garden neighbourhood

Where industry once characterised the landscape, a vibrant part of the city of tomorrow is being created. The Kartoni neighbourhood combines ecological awareness, social diversity and bold urban development to…

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OST thinks AI ahead

At the University Day of the OST - Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences - it became clear how artificial intelligence is changing research, teaching and society. Over 150 guests…

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SustainabilityRegions

Switzerland launches pipe recycling at national level

With the "Swiss Plastic Pipe Recycling" project, VSPR and VKR, together with leading partners, are launching a nationwide system for taking back and recycling plastic pipes. The aim is to…

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Northwestern SwitzerlandConstructionMobilityZurich

Zurich and Aargau plan mobile network

Together with regional planning associations, the cantons of Zurich and Aargau have started work on a regional overall transport concept (rGVK) for the Limmat Valley. The aim is to achieve…

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Associations launch national pipe recycling project

The Association of Swiss Plastic Recyclers and the Association of Plastic Pipes and Pipe Components have launched the Swiss Plastic Pipe Recycling project. The aim is to recycle plastic pipes…

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Espace MittellandConstructionSustainability

New brochures promote the use of Bernese wood

Lignum Holzwirtschaft Bern has published a series of brochures under the name "Forest and Wood Compass". The practical documents are intended to support authorities and administrations in the sustainable use…

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Dietikon tackles construction of the stream adventure trail in Grunschen

The town of Dietikon plans to start construction work on the stream adventure trail in Grunschen Park on 7 July. The natural Kneipp facility should be completed by late summer.…

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May shows minimal increase in rents

Rental prices remained largely stable in May. The canton of Graubünden and the two cantons of Appenzell recorded above-average increases. This is shown by the latest Homegate rental index. A…

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MobilitySustainabilityZurich

Schlieren station shines in new splendor

After around a year of construction, the new meeting zone at Schlieren railroad station has been completed. With more green spaces, street cafés and a modern design concept, the public…

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Digital tool for site development

With a digital guide, the IRAP and IPM institutes of the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland and the company GEOINFO Applications AG are developing a platform that can…

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ConstructionEastern SwitzerlandSustainability

Owner participation “Ziegelbrückstrasse” in Glarus North

The municipality of Glarus Nord is setting new standards in residential development with a participatory planning process along Ziegelbrückstrasse. By involving the owners at an early stage, a framework plan…

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Northwestern SwitzerlandpropTechSustainability

Smart City Aarau networked, user-centered and environmentally friendly

With a revised strategy, the city of Aarau wants to meet the urban challenges of our time in a smart way. Networking, user focus and resource conservation are at the…

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Councillors demand right to charging stations in residential buildings

In future, the Federal Council must ensure that tenants and condominium owners have access to charging stations for electric vehicles in their residential properties. The Council of States has approved…

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