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Researcher investigates solar reflection for better yields

Researcher Anja Mödl from the Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF) has investigated how snow-covered terrain reflects sunlight near Davos. Her findings should make photovoltaic systems more efficient. Optimally…

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EnergySustainabilityEastern Switzerland

Study shows potential for renewable energy in Frauenfeld

Die Eidgenössische Materialprüfungs- und Forschungsanstalt und die Stadtwerke von Frauenfeld, Thurplus, haben die Energieperspektiven 2050 für die Stadt vorgestellt. Im Fazit wäre eine Netto-Null-Lösung mit Fernwärme und Heizungsersatz erreichbar.

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More inflows to Valais, losses in Zurich and Vaud

Almost 38,000 companies relocated within Switzerland in 2024. In the cantonal competition, Valais recorded the largest net increase in companies, followed by Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Fribourg. Zurich, Vaud and Lucerne…

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Modernization ensures fresh water in the spa

The Wellness Hotel Stoos has modernized the water technology in its Wellness & Spa. The control system and chlorine dosing system were installed by partner Aqua Innovation.

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Swiss conveyor technology manufacturer increases earnings

Schindler increased revenue and profits in local currencies in the first quarter of 2025. The margin on operating profit also increased year-on-year. For the year as a whole, the global…

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FORUM UZH Centre for Education and Research

The FORUM UZH will have a lasting impact on the University of Zurich and the university area. As UZH's largest single construction project, it will be a state-of-the-art education and…

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More efficient cleaning solutions for construction and industry

Frutiger successfully participated in the Bauma trade fair in Munich. At the world's leading trade fair for the construction industry, the MobyDick One tire washing system in particular aroused the…

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Opening of the sound house at Schwendisee

After three years of construction, the Klanghaus on Lake Schwendi will open in May 2025. The visionary timber construction combines music, landscape and society and brings new impetus to Toggenburg.

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Zurich housing protection initiative increases value at risk for real estate portfolios

The planned cantonal housing protection initiative in Zurich could substantially change the business model of institutional investors. An early risk analysis creates clarity and room for maneuver.

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Cyber threats require cross-border solutions

Cyber attacks have long been a global phenomenon. The new report from the Federal Office for Cyber Security highlights the international dimension of the threat situation and shows how Switzerland…

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Swissgrid invests in the grid of the future

With the Strategic Grid 2040, Swissgrid is setting the course for a secure, efficient and climate-friendly electricity supply in Switzerland. Central projects are intended to make the transmission grid fit…

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New technologies for sustainable building tested in practice

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