Sun-Ways gets the green light for the first pilot project to install solar modules on tracks. The start-up, founded in 2023, will test the modules on a 100-metre-long track near Buttes station from spring

Cilander sells its properties in Herisau, with the western part of the site being taken over by Herold Taxi AG. After Cilander ceases production in Herisau, Herold Taxi AG will relocate its operations to the new

KPMG's Swiss Real Estate Sentiment Index shows a positive trend in the Swiss real estate sector. Prices for residential real estate in particular are expected to rise, while prices for commercial and specialist real estate are set to fall

Energie 360° opens up the market for CO2 removal and offers certificates for negative emissions to interested companies and private individuals. With the help of Bioenergie Frauenfeld's pyrolysis plant, CO2 is extracted from waste wood and stored

Employee or staff appraisals are a widely established and "indispensable instrument of modern personnel management" in companies. Employees are not only given the opportunity to formulate their own feedback. Above all, the joint discussion with the manager should be an opportunity to openly reflect

On an idyllic forest clearing near Schaffhausen, a development with over 200 condominiums is being built that blends harmoniously into the natural surroundings. Construction is scheduled to start at the end of

A double kindergarten is being built in Neuhausen am Rheinfall that offers future-orientated solutions not only architecturally but also

A visionary project, Wankdorfcity 3, is taking shape in Bern, creating new living space. The building permit granted lays the foundation for a vibrant district that will provide around 500 apartments and 3,000 jobs by 2029. The mix of living, working and leisure will revitalize the urban landscape

The LadenPunkt project funding supports innovative solutions in the field of e-charging infrastructure for cars. This year, the focus is on charging at the place of residence and work, with a particular focus on real estate companies. Take advantage of this opportunity and secure attractive

The construction industry is on the brink of a revolution. In future, buildings could not only be CO2-neutral, but even CO2-negative. The Empa initiative "Mining the Atmosphere" is pursuing precisely this goal. The NEST unit "Beyond Zero" is testing innovative materials that can permanently bind

The Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024 emphasises the urgent need to put health, sustainability and resilience at the heart of construction and renovation projects. The study shows that only a holistic approach can future-proof the building sector - with clear recommendations for policymakers and

The Zurich-based PropTech start-up Timber Finance enables building owners and investors in the building sector to monetise their climate performance in timber construction through CO₂ storage certificates for the first time. This innovation contributes to decarbonisation and is recognised by

The Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation invites applications for the prestigious Binding Prize for Biodiversity 2025. For the fifth time, we are looking for innovative and pioneering projects that set new standards in the context of the annual theme "Biodiversity and Health". Take the opportunity

Mauderli AG has won this year's Innovation Award from the Central Switzerland Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHZ). The company from Schachen was honoured for its special ultra-high-strength fibre composite building material

The SFS Group has acquired EPRO D.O.O. in Slovenia. The distribution partner in the construction industry specialises in components for flat roofs, lightweight construction and facades. The acquisition is intended to strengthen the Group's presence for fastening technology in the

The People's Air Group has modernised the passenger and crew lounge at St.Gallen-Altenrhein Airport. In addition to armchairs and sofas, there is a work surface with sufficient sockets for computer

In future, the Energy City Association wants to support its 644 member municipalities above all in achieving net zero. Certification will be reorganised accordingly. In future, Gold cities will have to prove that their strategies and measures are compatible with achieving the

Lustenberger & Dürst SA is committed to sustainability and has commissioned two solar installations at its sites in Hünenberg. With a total output of 557 kilowatts peak, the company now covers 60 percent of its electricity requirements

Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) will move into its new building, which is based on the principle of healing architecture, at the beginning of 2025. With a new logo and a modern brand identity, the hospital is focusing on positive and healing-oriented

Stephanie Kiener has taken over as Managing Director of Limmatstadt AG, succeeding Jasmina Ritz. Ritz remains active as Vice President of the Board of Directors. Kiener is now in charge of the further development of location

With PinCH 4.0, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts has developed software that makes industrial processes more energy-efficient and cost-saving. The integration of heat storage systems can significantly reduce energy consumption, as an analysis at food manufacturer HACO

Leica Geosystems has launched new AI-powered software for precise measurements and digital templates. Leica iCON trades enables accurate measurements and 3D models for interior construction, increasing efficiency and reducing

The modernized Konnex office building was ceremoniously opened after extensive renovation. The complex offers modern offices, furnished apartments, restaurants and coworking areas. Konnex supports climate targets with a CO2-neutral energy

Fashion Fish in Schönenwerd is expanding its photovoltaic system to cover the majority of its energy requirements with solar power. This is a further step towards sustainable energy use and CO2

According to the UBS study, the bubble risk in the residential real estate market remains high, particularly in cities such as Miami, Tokyo and Zurich. However, the index shows that the risk is declining slightly in many cities. The economic outlook will have a strong influence on price trends in

The visionary Wankdorfcity 3 project is taking shape in Bern, creating new residential and living space. The building permit granted lays the foundation for a lively neighbourhood that will provide around 500 flats and 3,000 jobs by 2029. The mix of living, working and leisure will revitalise the

The canton of Zug is responding to the growing challenges of the housing market and has adopted the Housing Policy Strategy 2030. The aim is to create more and more affordable housing for the population in the long

Four Swiss cleantech start-ups successfully took part in the Swiss-South African Cleantech Challenge and presented impressive solutions. Subasol in particular stood out and secured first place in the pitch competition at the SA Innovation Summit. The program promotes market access for Swiss

The Real Estate Awards ceremony will take place at Trafo Baden on October 24, 2024. With a new concept, fresh categories and a modern focus, the award has been comprehensively revised to meet the changing requirements of the construction and real estate industry. The award provides a platform for

A new CO2 removal product, launched by Energie 360°, which helps companies and individuals to offset their unavoidable emissions and permanently remove CO2 from the atmosphere. This is done entirely in Switzerland and contributes to the achievement of national climate