Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) have found a way to reduce the energy loss of perovskite solar cells and increase their efficiency. The integration of rubidium using lattice voltage produces a more stable electronic

Spiez BE - In its annual report, the Volkswirtschaft Berner Oberland association takes stock of the past year. It sees its role as a platform for exchange, development and location promotion further strengthened. There will be a change at the top at the Annual General Meeting on 8

Researchers from the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) are participating in the construction of a water wheel in Steffisburg. The aim of the water wheel is to continue to supply the Mühlebach stream with water and protect the ecosystem from drying

This year's Bernese Oberland Tourism Forum focused on the topic of hospitality. Among other things, it looked at the use of artificial intelligence to measure hospitality. Around 150 participants from the tourism and hotel industry took part in the industry

The Bergacker housing estate in Zurich-Affoltern will be completely renovated in the coming years. Swiss Life and the Habitat 8000 housing cooperative are focusing on a new replacement building that creates modern living space, preserves the character of the garden city and fulfils the highest

Hydrogen production by electrolysis is considered a key technology for the energy transition. However, its efficiency has so far been inadequate. Researchers at Northwestern University have now identified a previously overlooked energy loss and found concrete approaches to

While large tech companies dominate the development of artificial intelligence, Switzerland is striving for an alternative. ETH Zurich and EPF Lausanne, together with other Swiss universities, have launched the Swiss AI Initiative. The aim is to develop trustworthy and transparent AI models that

Rain as a source of energy? What has long sounded like a dream of the future is becoming tangible. Researchers around the world are developing new processes to generate electricity from falling drops. Be it through a plug-like flow of water or through nanotechnology in solar systems. The energy

Since April 2025, Prof. Nora Dainton has been acting head of the Institute for Digital Construction at the FHNW School of Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Geomatics. With her experience in research, teaching, and digitalization, she strengthens the university's integrated approach and continues

Despite increasing construction activity, the housing shortage in Switzerland remains. Rising prices, bottlenecks in the rental segment and a clear focus on replacements and conversions will characterise the market in 2025. New impetus will come from lower interest rates, stable demand and building

The canton of Zug is positioning itself as a world-leading centre for blockchain innovation. The "Blockchain Zug - Joint Research Initiative" is creating a new research network that combines academic excellence and economic dynamism. This strengthens the region as a location for future technologies

If large power plants disappear, there is a risk of chaos in the grid. This is because they lack a clock generator. Researchers at ETH Zurich are now presenting a solution with which inverters from wind and solar power plants will stabilise the grid in future. A breakthrough for security of supply

Re.com Elektroanlagen AG, a renowned provider of electrical installations, telecommunications solutions and IT infrastructures based in Zurich, has recently announced a significant change in its corporate management. The majority of the company's shares have been transferred to Pfanner & Frei

A research team from Empa and ETH Zurich is developing an innovative method for producing wood-based panels inspired by traditional shingle production. By using split wood and artificial intelligence, even low-grade hardwood becomes a sustainable building material with future

At the OVE DC Day 2025, experts from research, industry and applications demonstrated the enormous potential of direct current technology. The focus was on practical solutions, technical standards and the role of DC microgrids in the decentralised energy supply of

Last year, the cantonal, regional and national location promoters supported 231 international companies in setting up in Switzerland. In the first year, 716 new jobs were created; in the next three years, this figure is expected to rise to

The Lower Bünztal region has been given its own specialist office to promote the regional economy and the location. Wirtschaftsförderung Bünztal is intended to make better use of potential and develop the business location in a targeted

The Dutch infrastructure authority Rijkswaterstaat is using the Asphalt Recycling Train (ART) to recycle asphalt on site. The machine, which is currently in the test phase, removes worn asphalt, heats it, mixes it and rebuilds it on the

Flughafen Zürich AG wins the food collective AG as operator of the new TREATS food hall. Covering around 2000 square meters, the hall offers over 1000 seats. The opening is planned for fall 2027.

Sika has opened a new plant for mortar materials in East Kazakhstan. It is the fourth production site in the resource-rich country. The construction chemicals specialist from Baar will also be involved in major projects in the booming construction industry

At the beginning of April, CSS submits the building application for the expansion of its head office in Lucerne. Construction work is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025. The health, accident and property insurer wants to be able to move into the new premises at the end of

The Federal Office for Buildings and Logistics is planning an exploratory borehole for a geothermal site at the National Sports Center in Magglingen. The borehole is due to be drilled at the end of 2027. The aim is to gain insights into deep water resources for geothermal heat

Schenker Schweiz AG has started to expand its national transport terminal in Eiken. The total terminal area is to be increased by 9800 square metres to a total of 15,400 square metres. In addition to the storage areas, a photovoltaic system and charging stations for electric lorries will also be

Samuel Mösle has headed the Canton of Zurich's location promotion department together with Markus Müller since January 2024. In this interview, he talks about location development, innovation promotion and the challenges of expensive housing. He also explains how digitalization and AI should

The Innovation Park Ticino in Bellinzona is a forward-looking district that combines research, business and urban life. On the site of the former SBB workshops, a 120,000 square meter development area is being created to provide new impetus for the technological and economic development of the

Urban and spatial development faces the challenge of creating new living space without taking up valuable land outside existing settlement areas. An analysis shows that residential construction in existing buildings plays a central role in this development, albeit with greater challenges than new

Libattion has opened a new upcycling plant for batteries in Biberist. According to Libattion, this is the largest facility of its kind in Europe. The Opfikon-based company manufactures modular stationary energy storage systems from used batteries from electric

Westhive and AMAG now offer mobile offices in converted double-decker buses. The mobile workspaces are booked via Airbnb. The first Westhive express bus is about to hit the

The 104th immoTable brought together decision-makers from business, politics and the real estate industry at the Bananenreiferei in Zurich. The focus was on future-oriented impulses for location development, new energy concepts and the influence of digital technologies on the economy and real

Switzerland is one of the world's leading innovation hubs and offers a unique environment for research, entrepreneurship and technological development. At the same time, however, some of the most attractive framework conditions are constantly being called into question. How can Switzerland stay at