The Canton of Zurich and the Swiss Federal Railways are jointly revitalising a section of the Sihl in the Sihlwald forest. The aim of the project is to ecologically enhance the previously monotonous and obstructed Sihl and transform it into a diverse and more lively river. This will not only create

At its annual meeting in Geneva, the Davos Baukultur Alliance discussed approaches and practical models for a sustainable transformation of the built environment. Founded in 2023 in partnership with the World Economic Forum, the Alliance is made up of countries, organisations and

Empa researcher Matthias Sulzer and his colleague Michael Wetter in California are proposing a paradigm shift in the planning of building and energy systems. It should be based on universally valid models that can be combined

The St.Gallisch-Appenzellische Kraftwerke AG (SAK) and textile manufacturer Tisca have installed a large photovoltaic system in Urnäsch. The installation covers 4250 square meters and contributes to the Energy Strategy

The Linth waste incineration plant has been awarded a special prize by InfraWatt for its CO2 capture and storage project. By 2029, a facility is to be built that captures and stores 120,000 tons of CO2

The Ch. Gerster AG gravel and concrete plant in Liechtenstein is the first company to use Neustark's CO2 storage process. This process helps to permanently bind CO2, thus reducing emissions in the construction

Researchers at Princeton University have developed a revolutionary cementitious composite with exceptional crack resistance and ductility. Inspired by natural mother-of-pearl, this composite could fundamentally change the construction industry.

Empa-Forscher Matthias Sulzer und Berkeley-Lab-Forscher Michael Wetter fordern einen radikalen Wandel in der Planung von Gebäude- und Energiesystemen. Sie schlagen einen stärker automatisierten und modellbasierten Planungsprozess vor, der der Komplexität und Flexibilität zukünftiger

The climatic and social challenges of our time require a rethink in land use planning beyond national borders. The Canton of Geneva, the Nyon region and the Pôle métropolitain du Genevois français have joined forces to develop a common vision for the future development of the greater Geneva

The Zürioberland Regional Development has a new president: Andreas Bühler was recently elected as the successor to Ruedi Rüfenacht at the general assembly. The Zürioberland Forum provided exciting insights into the transformation of the Maggi area into a research and service

Houzy has published a study on the behaviour of homeowners. It is intended to illustrate both the current and future behaviour of

The high-performance modules from Meyer Burger have been placed in the top category of PVEL's current Top Performer list. This award, given after extensive testing in seven different categories, underscores the quality and reliability of Meyer Burger's

Wood is highly durable by nature. If it is installed dry and kept dry during construction, it can last for many generations. In areas with high humidity, wood can be protected by construction measures or various treatment methods. In addition, wood can be excellently combined with other materials

Holcim has acquired the British company Land Recovery. This supplier of recycled rail ballast and demolition material for the production of ready-mix concrete, precast elements and asphalt brings Holcim closer to its goal of recycling 10 million tonnes of building materials this

The Swiss Climate Foundation has approved a total of around CHF 1.3 million for ten innovative climate-related projects in its first funding round in 2024. The projects being funded include a mini wind turbine, a robot for geothermal drilling and a lightweight

In Zollikerberg, two apartment buildings in timber construction were recently built, creating a link between Zurich city centre and idyllic nature. Thanks to an innovative connection technology called TS3, the timber construction was also able to bridge larger spans. The decision in favour of

The canton of Zurich shows that economic growth and an increasing quality of life are compatible with a decreasing environmental impact. The latest economic monitoring report from the Office of Economic Affairs illustrates this successful balance and presents a thought experiment on the

The Lausanne-based company Insolight, specializing in agri-photovoltaic solutions, has launched an innovative agri-photovoltaic plant in France. The facility on a farm in Sames combines strawberry production with semi-transparent photovoltaic panels and generates clean energy for about 50

The Limmattal regional utility Limeco has inaugurated a photovoltaic system with 624 solar panels on the roof of the wastewater treatment plant. This generates 252,000 kilowatt-hours of green electricity, primarily for the plant's own use and surpluses for the public

The Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) is using CPC concrete panels in high-rise construction for the first time. These innovative carbon-reinforced concrete panels significantly reduce the carbon footprint and are recyclable. An innovation lab in Winterthur serves as the first

The city of Zurich's energy provider ewz is expanding its solar installations and offering citizens the opportunity to participate in new locations. With a total of 55 installations, solar power in Zurich is set to increase

The timber construction industry plays a central role in Switzerland in the field of sustainable construction and energy-efficient building refurbishment. As an environmentally friendly and climate-neutral construction technology, it contributes to reducing energy consumption and shaping the future

The Science Based Targets Initiative has validated Sika's emission reduction targets. Sika plans to reduce emissions by 30.4% by 2032 and by 90% by 2050. Simultaneously, the company continues to promote sustainable solutions and

The world of work is changing, not least due to the generational shift. Traditional job and role models in timber construction are being broken down. The Holz-Bau Plus industry event examined how companies can fulfil the interest of female specialists in a career in timber

The ZHAW has developed carbon concrete panels that are being used in building construction for the first time. This innovation enables considerable CO2 and material savings and offers a flexible, reusable component system.

On 31 May 2024, the Swiss Federal Council approved significant amendments to four important environmental ordinances in order to strengthen environmental protection and improve the efficiency of remediation and recycling processes. The amendments concern the Contaminated Sites Ordinance, the

A ground-breaking EPFL research project led by Professor Ardemis Boghossian has shown how modified E. coli bacteria can effectively generate electricity. This discovery opens new doors for energy production and could enable far-reaching applications in environmental technology and

To achieve its climate targets, the city of Zurich is paving the way for an innovative, fossil-free heat supply in densely built-up neighbourhoods. A new study sheds light on efficient approaches and the infrastructure required to realise the ambitious net-zero target by

Thanks to findings from research and development as well as many years of experience in timber construction, the fire protection authorities have been able to remove many restrictions for timber constructions. Nowadays, fire protection regulations deal with timber as a building material without any

Cosiness, indoor air quality and protection from external influences are the three pillars of living quality. The natural properties of wood support various aspects of living quality. Solid wood can be used without chemical additives and combined with other natural insulating materials such as