The canton of Schaffhausen takes stock of the progress of the climate strategy it has introduced. The "climate figures" provide valuable insights into the measures that have been implemented, but also into the challenges that still need to be overcome in order to achieve the ambitious

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

End of September 2024, the building authorities conference took place in Walzenhausen, focusing on the topic of "Diverse habitats in settlements". Around 50 representatives from municipal authorities, building authorities and companies discussed the importance of biodiversity in residential areas

The Federal Roads Office (FEDRO) is supporting the further development of electromobility in Switzerland by expanding fast-charging stations along the national roads. Five companies have been awarded the contract for the construction of charging hubs, which should significantly increase the density

The energy company Eaton and the agrivoltaics specialist Insolight have agreed on extensive cooperation. Eaton's energy management system is intended to optimise the power supply on

Sublime Systems is also able to build its first commercial production plant for low-CO2 cement in the US state of Massachusetts with the help of an investment from Holcim. The start-up has developed a CO2-free electrochemical process for this purpose. Holcim will purchase the

Axpo subsidiary Urbasolar has commissioned the country's largest rooftop solar plant in France. With an output of 12.8 megawatts, the plant supports the energy transition and demonstrates Axpo's expertise in the expansion of solar energy in

Perovskia Solar AG has received 2.4 million dollars in fresh capital to further develop its flexible solar technology. The solar cells can be integrated into IoT devices and smart systems. With new investors and resources, the company is ready for further

KohlenKraft, a young company from the Technopark Winterthur, develops climate-positive building materials. Its innovative products help to reduce CO2 emissions and contribute to the circular economy. CEO Charles Gerike-Roberts and CTO Moritz Keller have already received several awards for their

The city of Zurich has approved the expansion of renewable energies with a framework credit of CHF 300 million. Investments are planned in hydropower, alpine photovoltaics and wind power, including abroad. This is intended to ensure the competitiveness of the energy supplier

The city of Winterthur has decided to modernize its waste incineration plant. New technologies are to be used to increase efficiency, utilize waste heat and reduce emissions. A total investment of 293 million Swiss francs is

Cities and municipalities are working towards the goal of climate neutrality with the Energy City label. Certification and strategies are increasingly being adapted to the net-zero target in order to promote sustainable energy policies. There is a particular focus on supporting smaller

Researchers at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) and the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) are using virtual reality for participatory design processes. Their innovative tool is being trialled in the Gestalte Zürich