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 into the heating system. This will make NEST a pilot plant for the EU research project
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 aims to promote sustainable thinking in the real estate
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 key to success. Developers and investors can benefit from these concepts while
The heart of Switzerland pulsating with diversity and innovation
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
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 to take place at the end of
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 will be invested to adapt the centre to current operational requirements and the needs
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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 cannot be recycled, careful planning and selection of new landfill sites ensures long-term disposal
Prices for residential property rise by over 3 per cent
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.
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 should be raised by at least three metres in all residential areas, except in the case of townscape and monument
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, and telematics, celebrated its 100th anniversary at the end of
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 Argentina to Paraguay and
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 Argentina to Paraguay and
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. The transportation fund should contribute 500 million francs per year for this
Basel Area a magnet for life sciences and start-ups
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 increases profit with lower revenue
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
Bernapark and Winterthur present themselves to location promoters
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
Swiss business locations are among the most attractive in Europe
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
“Little Marcel” leads Boudry’s road maintenance department into a new era
After an intensive competition, the winning project "Little Marcel" for the expansion and renovation of the Boudry road construction centre has been chosen. The outstanding concept promises a sustainable and efficient future for the
New construction of the Witzwil regional prison
The Bernese Government Council presents the Grand Council with financing proposals for the new construction of the Witzwil regional prison, including the relocation of agricultural buildings in order to continue prison operations without the use of temporary
Rents in Zurich fall at the start of the year
Die Mieten in der Grossregion Zürich haben Ende Januar um 1,1 Prozent tiefer gelegen als am Jahresende 2023. In allen anderen Regionen zogen die Angebotsmieten im Monatsvergleich an. Die Preise für Einfamilienhäuser stiegen um 1 Prozent. Dies zeigt eine Erhebung der SMG Swiss Marketplace
Prices for single-family homes reach peak
Preise und Angebotsmieten für Wohnungen haben im vergangenen Jahr schweizweit deutlich zugelegt. Die Preise für Einfamilienhäuser gingen gleichzeitig leicht zurück. Dies zeigt eine Erhebung der SMG Swiss Marketplace Group. Ihre Fachleute sehen ein Preis-Plateau bei Häusern
Fixed-rate mortgages are more attractive than Saron mortgages for the first time
Das Vergleichsportal Comparis bewertet Festhypotheken in der Schweiz angesichts stagnierender oder sinkenden Zinsen erstmals attraktiver als Saron-Hypotheken mit beweglichem Zinssatz. Das geht aus dem Hypothekenbarometer für das vierte Quartal 2023
Unbound Potential receives further funding from Germany
Unbound Potential hat in der zweiten Phase eines Wettbewerbs der deutschen Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen 3 Millionen Euro an Fördergeldern erhalten. Damit will die Ausgründung der Eidgenössischen Technischen Hochschule Zürich ihre membranlose Batterietechnik
