Cities have many times more tree species than forests
A new study by WSL reveals that Swiss cities, with over 1,300 tree species, have a higher biodiversity than the surrounding forests. However, this diversity poses the risk of invasive…
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Taxes above the national average
While private individuals are taxed moderately in the canton of Zurich, companies are subject to an above-average tax burden. A current tax burden monitor shows that Zurich ranks second to…
Breakthrough in quantum computing technology
Google researchers have made significant progress in error correction in quantum computers. By generating a stable logical quantum bit from 97 error-prone quantum bits, they have come a big step…
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Expansion of electromobility in Switzerland
Swiss Post and the agricultural cooperative fenaco are planning to set up a fast-charging network for e-cars using renewable electricity with a joint venture. The first 50 should be ready…
New battery storage system for Gossau ensures grid stability
Stadtwerke Gossau now has a battery storage facility with a capacity of 2.5 megawatts. It was supplied, installed and commissioned by Axpo. The large storage system is designed to compensate…
District heating network in the canton of Aargau is growing
Regionalwerke AG Baden buys AEW Energie AG's shares in Fernwärme Siggenthal AG. RWB now holds a 27.3 per cent stake in FWS.
New energy supplier for Uettligen
CKW has taken over the Uettligen heating network. With this acquisition, the Central Swiss energy supplier intends to continue its decarbonisation strategy.
Alpnach military airfield to be expanded
The Alpnach military airfield is getting a new car park for vehicles and a multifunctional extension. The Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport is investing CHF 18 million in…
Research into resource-efficient construction driven forward at NEST
The STEP2 module in the research and innovation building NEST at Empa was inaugurated on August 29. It provides a platform to test innovative, resource-efficient construction technologies, including a 3D-printed…
Modern office design with innovative lighting installation
The electrical installations for the new offices of a household appliance supplier have been completed. The lighting installation in particular plays a central role and promotes flexibility and efficiency in…
Successful drilling of Haute-Sorne geothermal project completed
A borehole 4000 meters deep has been successfully completed as part of a deep geothermal energy pilot project in Haute-Sorne. The collected data aims to advance the use of geothermal…
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Sustainability standard introduced for Swiss real estate funds
Swiss Sustainable Finance has developed a standardized questionnaire on the sustainability of real estate funds. This aims to increase transparency in real estate transactions and provide investors with a uniform…
Portfolio expanded with third green bond
Zug Estates has issued another Green Bond worth 100 million Swiss francs. The bond is targeted at institutional investors and aims to further promote the sustainable development of real estate…
ZHAW awards 77 Bachelor’s and 10 Master’s degrees
On 30 August 2024, 77 Bachelor's and 10 Master's graduates in Facility Management and Real Estate & Facility Management were ceremoniously graduated from the ZHAW at Technopark Zurich. The graduates…
New strategic partnership
Oxara, KIBAG and Holcim Switzerland have entered into a pioneering partnership to drive the market launch of Oxacrete Oulesse®, a cement-free binder. This collaboration aims to sustainably transform the construction…
Kilchberg awards contract for lake water heat network
The municipality of Kilchberg has commissioned AEW Energie AG to develop the project for a lake water heat network in Kilchberg. As a first step, AEW will now calculate its…
Canton of Zurich wants to make solar systems mandatory on large roofs
The canton of Zurich wants to make solar installations on suitable large roofs mandatory in order to achieve the net-zero target. The obligation is to apply to new and existing…
Strategic realignment at Implenia with new management team
Implenia is facing a change of leadership: CEO André Wyss is stepping down from the operational business by the end of March 2025. Jens Vollmar will be his successor. Wyss…