The life cycle assessment calculator from Baustoff Kreislauf Schweiz enables the environmental impact of concrete to be calculated in a comprehensible manner. The online tool provides a basis for optimising environmental product declarations (EPD) and supports sustainable construction methods in

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

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 jury of the Prix SVC Economic Area Zurich 2024 has selected five companies for the final. Hauenstein, Hawa Sliding Solutions, Luzi, RepRisk and Schneider Umweltservices are vying for the coveted award from the SME network Swiss Venture Club

As part of the revision of the Environmental Protection Act, the National Council's Committee for the Environment, Energy and Spatial Planning is advocating pragmatic solutions for building permits in noisy areas. Controlled residential ventilation and private outdoor spaces are being introduced as

At its annual meeting in Geneva, the Davos Baukultur Alliance discussed approaches and practical models for a sustainable transformation of the built environment. Founded in 2023 in partnership with the World Economic Forum, the Alliance is made up of countries, organisations and

The Federal Council's statement on the proposals of the National Council's Committee for the Environment, Spatial Planning and Energy (UREK-N) marks a step towards restricting the right of environmental organisations to lodge complaints about smaller residential buildings within the building zone.

A ground-breaking wall paint developed by scientists at the Vienna University of Technology enables the self-cleaning and chemical degradation of air pollutants. This innovative solution not only solves the problem of frequent renovations, but also helps to improve indoor air quality, which is in

The National Council's Committee for the Environment, Spatial Planning and Energy (UREK-N) has set a decisive course in the environmental and energy sector. The focus was on adapting the right of appeal for smaller residential construction projects in order to enable a fair balance between the

Die nationalrätliche Kommission für Umwelt, Raumplanung und Energie (UREK-N) hat entscheidende Weichenstellungen im Umwelt- und Energiebereich vorgenommen. Im Fokus stand die Anpassung des Beschwerderechts bei kleineren Wohnbauprojekten, um einen fairen Ausgleich zwischen den beteiligten Parteien

The Swiss Building Envelope Management and Business Forum will be held in the Umwelt Arena in April 2024. There will be specialist presentations and a panel discussion. The topic is: All about

Die Firma Swiss Cobra aus Birmensdorf hat einen patentierten Edelstahlständer für Cheminées entwickelt. Damit können Schadstoffe um bis zu 40 Prozent reduziert werden, wie eine Studie belegt. Ausserdem wird das Anzünden

Die Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Lausanne (EPFL) arbeitet im Rahmen eines EU-Projekts an besseren Standards für die Umweltqualität in Innenräumen. Die dafür nötigen Daten lässt sie sich von der Firma uHoo mit Sitz in Singapur

Auf grossen Dächern und Fassaden müssen künftig Solarpanels angebracht werden. So will es das Parlament. Diese Solarpflicht gilt für Neubauten und auch für Umbauten in erheblichem Ausmass.

Das Forschungsprojekt „Green Hospital – Ressourceneffizienz bei Schweizer Spitälern“ füllt die Lücke ganzheitlicher Umweltbewertungen im Gesundheitssektor. Die Studie hat praxisnahe Maßnahmen identifiziert, die Spitäler effizienter und umweltfreundlicher gestalten können. Dabei stehen

The "reFuel.ch" consortium, led by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research (Empa), has been awarded the SWEET funding programme. The ZHAW is involved in the project with the School of Engineering and the School of Management and Law. The Center for Energy and the

swrplus AG (swr+) and Landis AG have merged to form Landis AG. As a result, infrastructure construction, spatial and real estate development and building law as well as the water management and climate business areas can now be offered from a single

For about 45 years, spatial planning has had the goal, laid down in the Spatial Planning Act (RPG, see box), of harmonising the economic, ecological and social goals of our country through appropriate planning instruments. However, while the population in Switzerland is growing and land reserves

A solar plant could be built on Melchsee-Frutt. The Basel-based energy supplier IWB is now examining the feasibility with the Kerns Alp Cooperative. The impact of electricity generation on alpine pasture management and the environment will also be

The Aargau Department of Construction, Transport and Environment is awarded the Swiss Mediation Prize 2023. The award honours its consensus-oriented procedure for involving different interests in infrastructure projects. Aargau is the first canton to receive the

Ecospeed is currently creating software that will enable hospitals to comply with future reporting obligations regarding their environmental impact. It also shows fields of action for reducing CO2. A hospital association in Germany is the first pilot

Trox Hesco invests in a new hall for production, logistics and offices in Rüti. The overall service provider is Strüby AG. The building will be of timber construction and meet environmental and sustainability

The Zurich Cantonal Council's Committee for Energy, Transport and the Environment is in favour of the planned runway extensions at Zurich Airport by a narrow majority. They are intended to improve operations. The airport and the Zurich Chamber of Commerce welcome the

Holcim has increased its green investments by 15 percent to CHF 403 million in 2022. The building materials manufacturer has exceeded the milestone target for circular construction. It is also committed to investing a total of CHF 2 billion by 2030 to capture over 5 million tonnes of CO2 per year

Yesterday, the first edition of the Sustainability Days at the Congress Center Basel came to a successful close after two days. The 72 suppliers in the exhibition and 171 speakers and 171 speakers presented products, solutions, strategies and innovations with a focus on a sustainable future in the

Almost all photovoltaic modules installed in Switzerland are recycled at the end of their service life. This is implemented by SENS eRecyling. The foundation, which is organised in the private sector, works together with a large network of

Eine neue Bewertungsmethode hilft bei der Neugestaltung von Industriebrachen entlang der Rhône. Dabei spielen Kriterien wie Lebensstil, Umwelt, Hochwasser und Energiewende eine Rolle. Entwickelt wurde sie vom Architekturlabor der Eidgenössischen Technischen Hochschule Lausanne

Die Aargauische Kantonalbank (AKB) bietet neu Zinsvergünstigungen für alle beheizten und gekühlten Liegenschaften. Die Green Hypothek der AKB wird von privaten auch auf Geschäfts- und Gewerbeobjekte ausgedehnt.

Die Wohnüberbauung Waldacker in St. Gallen erreichte die Stufe Platin des Labels SNBS 2.0 Hochbau in der definitiven Zertifizierung. Es ist schweizweit das erste zertifizierte Platin-Projekt in Holzbauweise und kann als Pionierleistung bezeichnet werden. Der SNBS Hochbau ist ein Qualitätssiegel,

Das Whitepaper, das in enger Zusammenarbeit zwischen ewz und dem Forschungs- und Beratungsunternehmen intep entstanden ist, beleuchtet die Relevanz energetischer Sanierungen für die