New solar plant approved on former landfill site
The Basel-based energy supplier IWB has received authorisation to build a solar plant on the former landfill site in Liesberg. From spring 2026, solar power for around 1000 households will…
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Using living space more efficiently through innovative collaboration
The WOGE project of the OST University of Applied Sciences aims to promote the efficient use of living space. People who want to downsize their living space are supported in…
Zurich as a pilot city for CO₂ measurements
Precise data on CO₂ emissions is needed to achieve the climate targets. As part of the EU project "ICOS Cities", Zurich is one of three pilot cities being precisely measured.…
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Optical adaptation of photovoltaics is convincing
A joint study by the University of Freiburg and Fraunhofer ISE shows: The visual integration of photovoltaics (PV) on buildings plays a key role in their acceptance. Particularly in the…
Setting the course for the future in partial revision 2024
The partial revision 2024 of the cantonal structure plan of the Canton of Zurich is open to the public from December 6, 2024 to March 14, 2025. Citizens and planning…
Strategy for sustainable real estate portfolios
The DVFA Real Estate Commission has published a comprehensive guide to energy modernization. This offers practical strategies for real estate companies to transform their portfolios sustainably and to meet the…
EPFL Fribourg campus grows
The EPFL campus in Fribourg is growing. Six new chairs focusing on the built environment, energy and climate will be established by 2030. The innovative Smart Living Lab (SLL) and…
Biohydrogen from wood waste
A new path to green energy is emerging in the Black Forest. Wood waste is turned into biohydrogen. Researchers are developing a biotechnological process that promotes the wood-based circular economy.…
Solar energy as the driving force behind the power supply
According to the first Solar Monitor Switzerland, solar energy could cover around 80% of the country's electricity expansion by 2035 and supply over 28 terawatt hours annually. Turnover in the…
Revolutionary technology for the computer world
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a photonic processor that performs AI calculations using light instead of electrons. The system enables ultra-fast data processing with minimal…
Switzerland on course for net zero
UBS presents its "Downhill Climb" study at the Building Bridges Conference 2024. The analysis shows that Switzerland has a strong starting position for the transition to net zero, but challenges…
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Into the future with wood and clay
The "Think Earth - Regenerative Building" flagship project, which is funded by Innosuisse, is researching innovative construction methods using wood and clay. The aim is to develop efficient, scalable methods…
Partners Group acquires Empira Group
Partners Group has agreed to acquire Empira Group, a leading property investment platform. This strategic acquisition marks a turning point for the industry and supports Partners Group's growth ambitions in…
Global competition for sustainable design launched
The most important competition for sustainable design, the Holcim Foundation Prize 2025, is now open. With a global prize pool of USD 1 million, the competition is looking for innovative…
Thermochemical storage optimises solar energy use
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and industrial partner Matica have commissioned a pilot plant for a sorption storage heat pump in Frauenfeld. Here, solar energy is stored thermochemically…
New generation of gateway for efficient energy management
Solar Manager launches a new gateway for solar power. Solar Manager Connect 2 is a top-hat rail component that is compatible with 500 devices from different manufacturers.
Successful financing for smart charging solutions
The Innovation Foundation of Schwyzer Kantonalbank has participated as lead investor in the seed financing of Sintio AG. The start-up from Freienbach has developed software for the intelligent operation of…
Energy savings through AI
Romande Energie invests in yord. Thanks to sensors and artificial intelligence, the application from the Fribourg-based start-up optimises heat consumption in buildings. It reduces heating-related energy consumption by up to…