Recycled cement is best suited for CO2 mineralization
Cement recycling is an affordable and efficient way to reduce emissions by mineralizing CO2 in recycled cement. A study shows this could reduce emissions from cement production by around 15…
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Punkt Rufer supports Bern in the circular economy
Punkt Rufer is developing a program for Bern's Civil Engineering Office to strengthen the circular economy in construction projects and existing infrastructure. The focus is on knowledge transfer, innovation, and…
New partnership promotes regional networking in Eastern Switzerland
The IT rockt! association and collektiv AG have signed a cooperation agreement. Both organisations want to strengthen regional networking.
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Solar energy market to grow by 51 percent in 2023
In 2023, the expansion of photovoltaics in Switzerland grew by over 40 percent for the fourth consecutive year, with a record value of 1641 megawatts. The growth was particularly strong…
Answers to the challenges of the urban future
BAU 2025, which will take place in Munich from 13 to 17 January 2025, will present innovative solutions and new ways of tackling the social, economic and environmental challenges posed…
University of St.Gallen installs new photovoltaic system
The University of St. Gallen will install another photovoltaic system on the roofs of the Alumni House and the Hans-Ulrich Auditorium. This supports the HSG's goal of achieving net-zero carbon…
Swiss birth rate at historic low
Switzerland is experiencing a sharp decline in birth rates. This demographic change has far-reaching economic and social consequences. In this article, we shed light on the causes and possible consequences…
Snow melting and economic efficiency in practice for PVT modules
Fabian Maag and Marc Willi win the regional Siemens Excellence Award 2024 for their innovative bachelor thesis on maximising winter electricity through snow-free PVT modules. Their findings show considerable potential…
Four eastern Swiss cantons strengthen cooperation for a networked future
The cantons of St.Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden and Thurgau have signed a joint declaration on closer strategic cooperation. The aim is to strengthen Eastern Switzerland by joining forces and…
Overall transport concept for the Zurzibiet region adopted
The steering committee of the overall transport concept for the Zurzi area has defined the overarching objectives and strategic directions. The focus is on ensuring a reliable overall transport system…
CKW activates minimum remuneration for solar power
CKW will apply the minimum remuneration for solar power decided by the federal government for the beginning of 2025 from the second quarter of 2024. This is intended to protect…
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Ticino solar specialist IngEne becomes part of Swiss Solar Group
The Ticino-based solar solutions company IngEne has joined the Swiss Solar Group. This enables the provision of sustainable energy throughout Switzerland.
ZHAW validates yield calculations for alpine solar systems
Researchers at ZHAW have tested the accuracy of the PVSyst software for estimating the yield of alpine solar installations. The results show that the yields are generally underestimated.
Cement recycling – a cost-effective and efficient way
The recycling of cement paste offers a low-cost and effective method of reducing emissions in cement production, as a new study by Imperial College London shows. With a reduction of…
Emissions from heating oil and gas are falling
CO2 emissions from fuels, i.e. primarily from heating oil and gas, fell by 8.8 per cent in Switzerland in 2023 compared to the previous year. In contrast, emissions from petrol…
Sustainable solar shading in the Olympic Village
The French architecture firm KOZ has commissioned Griesser to provide shade for part of the Olympic Village. The internationally active company from Aadorf is using two of its louvre blind…
Canton of Zurich proposes areas for the utilisation of wind power
The Zurich cantonal government considers 20 areas in the canton to be very suitable for large wind turbines and 15 others to be highly suitable. It has submitted the corresponding…
Holcim acquires Belgian construction waste recycler
Holcim is expanding circular building practices and has acquired the Belgian company Mark Desmedt. This acquisition extends Holcim's ECOCycle product range and strengthens its position in Belgium.