69 million dollars secured for CO2 storage technology
The ClimateTech company Neustark has secured financing totalling 69 million dollars. The company intends to use the fresh capital to expand in Europe, America and Asia.
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Award for innovative circular economy in the construction industry
Forschende der Hochschule Luzern und der Technischen Universität München erzielen mit dem Forschungsprojekt circularWOOD den ersten Platz bei der Sustainability Challenge der Deutschen Gesellschaft für nachhaltiges Bauen (DGNB). Der Preis…
Acquisition expands offering in construction and recycling
Holcim acquires the Cand-Landi Group. The French-speaking Swiss holding company is active in recycling and waste management and produces aggregates and ready-mixes. With this acquisition, the building materials trader Holcim…
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New Master’s programme for urban change
Die Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Lausanne (EPFL) bietet mit Beginn des akademischen Jahres 2025 einen Master-Abschluss in Urbanen Systemen an. Einer der Schwerpunkte bezieht sich auf Mobilität und Transport in einem…
Switzerland, pioneer of the circular economy in the construction sector
The concept of the circular economy is gaining in importance in the construction sector as a way of tackling climate and resource challenges. A study by the Bern University of…
Resource efficiency through medium voltage in photovoltaics
Fraunhofer ISE is revolutionising photovoltaics through the use of medium voltage in large-scale PV power plants. This innovative technology saves raw materials, reduces installation costs and increases system performance. Pilot…
Easier building in noisy areas
As part of the revision of the Environmental Protection Act, the National Council's Committee for the Environment, Energy and Spatial Planning is advocating pragmatic solutions for building permits in noisy…
A model project for Switzerland Ecological upgrading of the River Sihl
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…
Davos Baukultur discusses sustainable transformation of the built environment
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…
SAK and Tisca put photovoltaic system into operation
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 2050.
KVA Linth receives special prize for CO2 capture project
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…
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Sustainable CO2 storage in the concrete plant
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…
Cement revolution thanks to mother-of-pearl structure
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.
Paradigm shift in energy planning
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…
Cross-border territorial vision 2050
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…
Andreas Bühler manages Zürioberland
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…
Study on home ownership in Switzerland published
Houzy has published a study on the behaviour of homeowners. It is intended to illustrate both the current and future behaviour of homeowners.
Meyer Burger Modules honoured as top performer
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…