Cycle and protection of wood as a natural building material
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…
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New player in the UK recycling market
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…
Swiss Climate Foundation supports ten projects
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…
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New wooden apartment blocks with innovative TS3 technology
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…
Considerable economic growth. Increasing quality of life
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…
Insolight launches first agrivoltaic plant in France
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…
Inauguration of a photovoltaic system at Limeco
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…
First use of CPC concrete slabs in building construction
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…
Expansion of solar installations in Zurich
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…
Sika sets ambitious emission reduction targets
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…
Women in timber construction
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…
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Sustainable construction with reusable carbon concrete panels
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,…
Federal Council amends four key ordinances in the renovation and recycling process
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…
Microbes as power stations
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…
Future-oriented heat supply in Zurich’s inner-city neighbourhoods
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…
Load-bearing capacity and usability of timber buildings
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…
A natural way to a higher quality of living
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…
Authorisation granted for sustainable office building complex
Green Spin has received approval to build a sustainable office complex. In three years, companies focusing on sustainability will move in. The complex offers modular rental spaces and is certified…