At CHF 11.76 billion, Sika exceeded its record sales of 2023 by 4.7 per cent in the 2024 financial year. All market regions, synergies from the integration of the construction chemicals group MBCC and regional acquisitions contributed to this

A research team from the universities of Freiburg and Stuttgart has developed an innovative façade system that adapts automatically to changes in the weather without the need for energy. Inspired by pine cones, the "Solar Gate" offers a resource-saving solution for sustainable building

For the first time, HIAG has placed a green bond to finance sustainable projects. It has a volume of CHF 100 million and a term of 5.25 years. Payment is on 23

Graubünden-based Repower AG will be supplying additional municipalities with electricity from 2027. It wants to reduce the particularly high costs in the Moesa region before the energy supply contracts expire. From 2026, electricity purchases should become noticeably

HeiQ presents its Xpectra heat-reflective coating at the BAU 2025 trade fair in Munich. The coating for walls reflects heat and is therefore intended to increase energy efficiency in

SmartHelio's Autopilot analysis software, which was launched at the beginning of 2024, has optimised the performance of more than 200 solar systems over the course of the year. It is designed to extend their service life by eight years, increase production by 10 per cent and predict faults and

A research team at Flinders University has developed a new type of storage technology based on ternary code. Using a special polymer and innovative technology, the storage density is quadrupled, while energy consumption and environmental impact are significantly

With the integration of REMMS, Reamis is sending a clear signal in favour of sustainability. The extended software suite enables the efficient evaluation of properties according to economic, ecological and social criteria and thus specifically supports the achievement of ESG

On 3 February 2025, extensive construction work will begin in Bern West to make the Bern railway junction fit for the future. New stations, tunnels and passerelles will significantly improve passenger and freight transport

The Zug Climate Charter actively motivates companies in the canton of Zug to implement concrete measures to reduce CO2 emissions and thereby strengthen their competitiveness. Supported by an alliance of businesses and the canton, the Zug SME initiative offers customised advice and expertise to make

The Association for the Decarbonisation of Industry has set itself the goal of reducing industrial emissions through innovative processes such as methane pyrolysis and even generating negative emissions in the long term. The ambitious project is set to go into regular operation by 2026. The members

The economy of the Zug region is diverse and includes both internationally active and local companies. The entrepreneurial landscape is characterised by clusters in which companies exchange knowledge and resources, benefit from each other and at the same time compete with each

The canton of Aargau wants to rejoin the Greater Zurich Area (GZA). Membership of the regional location promotion organisation is intended to help the canton to attract companies in innovative sectors. The GZA is now focussed on

The new Dorfstrom AG has been offering services in the field of energy supply since the beginning of the year. It focusses on the promotion of virtual mergers for self-consumption and the development of local electricity

Sette aziende della Svizzera orientale uniscono le forze e fondano Wärme Netz Ostschweiz AG (WNO). Questa società realizzerà il finanziamento, lo sviluppo del progetto, la pianificazione, la vendita, la costruzione e la gestione di soluzioni di riscaldamento

Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) are working on systems for utilising energy from underground. In addition to minimising earthquakes caused by artificial cracks, closed systems for water and CO2 are also being

Romande Energie becomes a minority shareholder in H2 Bois. The joint venture between Groupe Corbat and Planair aims to produce hydrogen from wood waste from 2026. Thanks to the simultaneous production of biochar, CO2 will be permanently

Hälg Facility Management AG will open a new branch in St.Gallen on 1 January 2025. The company, which has 200 employees, is thus expanding its building management services to eastern

Wood is the raw material of the future - sustainable, renewable and climate-friendly. But how much wood is actually available in Switzerland and how can it be optimally utilised? Researchers at Empa and WSL have comprehensively analysed the material flows of wood and show ways in which this

Winterthur City Council has adopted the Smart City Winterthur 2030 strategy. With a focus on innovation, needs-orientation and co-creation, the city aims to further expand its position as a leading smart city in Switzerland. Two central programmes are to drive implementation

The year 2025 will bring an exciting mix of opportunities and challenges for the Swiss construction industry. The focus will be on topics such as sustainability, digitalisation and urbanisation, while a shortage of skilled workers and rising raw material prices will call for innovative solutions.

The demand for important mineral commodities such as copper, lithium and rare earths is increasing, while geopolitical tensions and market monopolies are making supply more difficult. The Federal Council has presented a report outlining options for action to ensure Switzerland's security of supply

The third consecutive wave of bankruptcies is shaking the Swiss economy. While more than 8,000 companies are likely to file for insolvency again in 2024, young companies and traditional firms are particularly affected. Geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties and rising commodity prices are

The good location and high quality of life in the Zug area has led to a strong increase in population in recent years and consequently to an ever-increasing demand for space for living and working. The region around Lake Zug has many projects and site developments that will offer high-quality

After falling in October, asking rents rose again in November to the level seen in September. This is shown by the latest Homegate rental index. Year-on-year, rents were 3.1 per cent higher across

Golf Sempach now offers an indoor golf centre for year-round training. The training centre is scheduled to open on 17 January 2025. Modern technology and an integrated fitness area will enable training to meet the highest

There is still considerable potential for sustainable wood utilisation in Switzerland. This is the conclusion of a joint analysis by researchers from various

The Smart City Hub Switzerland association has presented its first awards for intelligent and sustainable urban solutions. The Smart Appenzellerland, Generative AI Assistance for Winterthur and Zuri Accessible CiTy (ZuriACT) projects came out on top among 20

Energie Wasser Bern (ewb) is examining the establishment of a heating network in the north-east of Bern. Ewb also wants to utilise the heat from the River Aare as an energy source. Water is to be drawn from the river at Engehalde for this purpose. An application to this effect has already been

The canton of Lucerne wants to strengthen the circular economy in the construction industry. Together with Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, it has launched the Eco-Design in Building Construction competition. Circular construction projects can apply for funding from mid-January to