Oxara has received significant investments from buildify.earth and Samih Sawiris in their pre-Series A financing round to advance their innovations in cement-free

A recent study shows that despite the recent interest rate hikes, residential construction activity in Switzerland will pick up again in the medium term, supported by falling land prices and increased rental

In the presence of prominent political and academic figures, the Innovation Park Park Innovaare was inaugurated, offering advanced research and development infrastructures for a variety of high-tech

In the canton of Vaud, investments are being made in innovative waste heat utilization technologies to increase energy efficiency and significantly reduce CO2

Sika has opened a new hub for synthetic macro plastic fibers in Lima, Peru, to meet the growing demand in Latin America. This strategic expansion strengthens Sika's market position and supports the sustainable construction industry in the

St.Gallisch-Appenzellische Kraftwerke AG (SAK) has initiated a partnership with Norm Technologies from Zurich to analyze and improve the energy efficiency and CO2 emissions of buildings. This collaboration aims to offer innovative energy solutions and supports SAK's goal of achieving net-zero

A major pharmaceutical manufacturer is investing in a photovoltaic system at its production site in Switzerland. With a capacity that covers 25% of the annual demand, the project demonstrates the company's commitment to renewable energy and its goals to reduce CO₂

An Open Innovation Challenge is being launched in Dietikon to promote innovative solutions for vertical greening of facades. The event is supported by several local organizations and companies and aims to advance the development of sustainable urban

The business and service center Circle at Zurich Airport continues to grow. With four new tenants, including a co-working space for emerging companies and an SAP Experience Center, the Circle strengthens its position as a versatile economic

The newly founded business association H2-HUB Switzerland plans to transform the Basel region into a leading hydrogen hub, producing green hydrogen from renewable energy sources and distributing it nationwide to promote Switzerland's climate

Axon Active Holding AG has begun the expansion and renovation of its historic headquarters to transform it into a center for digital

The Altstetten and Höngg energy network, the largest project of its kind in Switzerland, marks a decisive step forward in the sustainable supply of heat to 30,000 households based on the use of renewable energy

An innovative project for sustainable energy supply, CoolCity, is being developed in the center of Zurich. By combining heating and cooling technologies, a pioneering step is being taken towards ecological urban

The final report on the accounting of negative emission technologies (NET) provides insights into the current challenges and solutions for integrating these technologies into the construction industry in order to achieve net zero emissions

For the fifth time in a row, Zurich was ranked as the smartest city in the world in the global IMD Smart City Index. Geneva and Lausanne also achieved strong

Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne (SIPBB) has launched a new service for industrial companies for effective CO₂ emissions management, using Siemens technology. The Sigreen software solution uses real data instead of industrial averages to calculate the CO₂

In China, the ongoing construction boom combined with excessive groundwater extraction is leading to a serious problem: many large cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, are increasingly sinking. This development could have dramatic consequences, particularly for the densely populated coastal

The cantonal government of Zurich has launched the ‘Growth 2050’ project in order to be specifically prepared for the expected population growth of 450,000 people by 2050 and to develop strategic

In the dynamic city of Zurich, there is a pursuit of balanced growth that preserves the city's identity while meeting the demand for housing, commercial spaces, and public facilities. The Office of Urban Development plays a central role in coordinating the interests of various stakeholders and

Ein Online-Händler aus der St.GallenBodenseeArea revolutioniert den Markt für Büromöbel durch digitalen Direktvertrieb, der es ermöglicht, hochwertige und ergonomische Produkte zu günstigeren Preisen

Legartis and Implenia aim to accelerate the review time of comprehensive contracts in the construction industry. To achieve this, the contract review specialist using artificial intelligence (AI) and the internationally active construction company will develop an AI

Sika increased its sales in the first quarter by double digits compared to the previous year. This resulted in a record sales of 2.65 billion Swiss francs for the specialty chemicals group. The acquisition of MBCC last year significantly contributed to this positive

The cantonal development plan for the planned expansion of the inert material landfill Chalberhau in Rümlang, developed with broad participation of relevant stakeholders, is available for public review. This provides citizens and interest groups with the opportunity to actively participate in the

Medusoil has been commissioned by the Canton of Vaud for a cooperative project to utilize demolition and excavation waste. Partners are Texum SA and Agramat SA in Payerne

Greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 were 41.6 million tons, 3.5 million tons lower than in 2021. Emissions decreased significantly, especially in the building sector. This is shown by surveys conducted by the Federal Office for the Environment. The development is attributed to the mild

Dormakaba has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis. This recognizes the Rümlang-based locking technology company's commitment to sustainability. Dormakaba also scores high on sustainability with Institutional Shareholder Services and Morgan Stanley Capital

The Stadion St. Jakob cooperative informs about its financial situation. The stadium, opened in 2001 and home to FC Basel, is in urgent need of renovation. The necessary funds are to be raised by the stadium cooperative through equity, debt, sponsorship, and

The real estate company RTAG is constructing its new headquarters in Altstätten. The new building is intended to be not only an attractive feature of the city but also a model for environmentally friendly and sustainable

The real estate experts at UBS expect that prices for condominiums and single-family homes will only rise slightly in 2024. A stronger price dynamic is forecasted from 2025 onwards. The prices for office spaces are expected to stabilize at a low

Halter AG is establishing a new competence center within the company. It will focus on urban planning and architecture. The setup is expected to begin in