A new study by Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts shows that increasing regulation is hampering investments in sustainability. Although many investors are prepared to forego returns in the short term, increasing bureaucracy in the property sector is making refurbishments and new builds

Suissetec announces the reopening of its expanded campus in Lostorf. The new building aims to set standards in education and sustainability. An open day will be held on 16

Researchers at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) are working on optimising salt batteries. Unlike lithium-ion batteries, these are non-flammable and can therefore be used in hazardous locations in mining or tunnelling as well as on oil and gas

Holcim's CO2 capture and storage project at its French site in Martres-Tolosane has been selected for a grant from the EU Innovation Fund. With this seventh major project subsidised by the EU, the building materials manufacturer wants to drive forward the Green

Property crowdfunding offers an alternative way to invest in the property market - even with small amounts of capital. But how lucrative and safe is this form of investment? We shed light on the advantages, challenges and important selection criteria for a successful

The optimised SSREI portfolio assessment tool enables a comprehensive and automated assessment of the sustainability of existing Swiss properties. Thanks to the collaboration with the Swiss Facility Management Centre (SFGM), the tool facilitates the use of public data and significantly reduces the

The sustainable apartment buildings in Fischermätteli in Burgdorf BE, which will be realised by Strüby Unternehmungen in 2023, are the first project to be awarded the demanding Minergie site

The Real Estate Award 2024 ceremony took place on 24 October in the stylish ambience of the Trafo Baden. Around 220 guests from the real estate industry were present to honour this year's award winners and enjoy the evening in an exclusive atmosphere. The award ceremony, which took place for the

The Mukaab, a monumental building 400 metres high and wide, is being built in Riyadh and is planned to be the largest building in the world. The project is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 to prepare Saudi Arabia for the post-oil era. However, the history of other mega

A research team from the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) has developed an ultra-thin film that absorbs 99% of electromagnetic waves. This technology could significantly improve the efficiency and reliability of modern communication and radar systems and ensure interference-free

With the help of Groupe E Greenwatt, Nexans has put 4000 solar modules with an output of 1.7 megawatts into operation on ten roofs at its site in Cortaillod. With a system installed in 2015, the cable manufacturer now covers over 90 per cent of its own

The AS Chur Süd consortium has commissioned STRABAG to replace the bridge edge beams of the Sommerau subway in Chur. The timber construction team from the Schlieren-based construction company developed a customised solution for the tight space

The Lagmatt Museum in Baden is being completely renovated this year and next. The construction company ERNE from Laufenburg is responsible for part of the renovation

The Sursee municipal council has adopted a counter-proposal to the municipal initiative in favour of an independent and ecological energy supply by a large majority. This will make a combination of greenery and solar panels standard on flat

Energy efficiency, energy self-sufficiency and heat protection are currently major issues and will become even more important in the future. Since 2023, not just a single house, but an entire site can be certified by Minergie, meaning that the surrounding area can also be increasingly included in

With its new energy and climate strategy, the cantonal government of Zug is focussing on innovation and cooperation. The aim is to reduce energy requirements, promote renewable energies and reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. To achieve this, all stakeholders, from the economy to

With Peter Baumgartner, former CEO of Etihad Airways, Admicasa Fondsleitung AG has gained an experienced and internationally networked management expert as its new Chairman of the Board of Directors. With his extensive expertise, he will play a decisive role in shaping the future of the fund

In an era of constant change in the property industry, SVIT Zurich has created a practical training course that specifically addresses new challenges and opportunities in the sector. This full-day event is aimed specifically at executives in the property segment and provides valuable insights into

The Valais start-up Evaarist is launching the autarcie.ch network platform for more self-sufficiency in your own solar power production. Battery packs are designed to improve the self-consumption of electricity from rooftop solar

Prices for residential property rose in the third quarter of 2024 Prices for single-family homes in Central Switzerland rose the most year-on-year at 13.7 per cent. These are the findings of a recent survey by Raiffeisen

Lista Office LO is expanding its LO Education table system with the mobile LO Solo table now also available in a lower adjustment range. This means that it can also be used in the primary school

Forces Motrices de Martigny-Bourg (FMMB) has commissioned the first Swiss low-pressure turbine. It can generate 850,000 kilowatt hours of electricity in the existing run-of-river power plant in addition to the three existing production

SVIT Zurich has been conducting a survey and several workshops since autumn 2023 to find answers to the shortage of skilled workers in property management. Based on the findings, initial measures are currently being defined and will be presented in the coming months. We were able to accompany the

The canton of Schaffhausen takes stock of the progress of the climate strategy it has introduced. The "climate figures" provide valuable insights into the measures that have been implemented, but also into the challenges that still need to be overcome in order to achieve the ambitious

Schaffhausen is a convincing business location with strong industry, an internationally characterised corporate landscape and a unique quality of

The construction industry is on the brink of a revolution. In future, buildings could not only be CO2-neutral, but even CO2-negative. The Empa initiative "Mining the Atmosphere" is pursuing precisely this goal. The NEST unit "Beyond Zero" is testing innovative materials that can permanently bind

The SFS Group has acquired EPRO D.O.O. in Slovenia. The distribution partner in the construction industry specialises in components for flat roofs, lightweight construction and facades. The acquisition is intended to strengthen the Group's presence for fastening technology in the

The Lycée Français de Zurich has laid the foundation stone for a new building. The expansion of the public school in Dübendorf is being managed by the Zurich branch of HRS and financed by Zürcher

The People's Air Group has modernised the passenger and crew lounge at St.Gallen-Altenrhein Airport. In addition to armchairs and sofas, there is a work surface with sufficient sockets for computer

Sublime Systems is also able to build its first commercial production plant for low-CO2 cement in the US state of Massachusetts with the help of an investment from Holcim. The start-up has developed a CO2-free electrochemical process for this purpose. Holcim will purchase the