ESG News
16
Jun
Switzerland’s Microplastic Pollution in Water Bodies: Empa Researchers Develop a Nationwide Model
Category: ESG News
Swiss researchers have developed a model to calculate microplastic concentrations in water bodies. Annually, 14,000 tons of plastic enter Swiss soil and water, with around 15 tons ...
15
Jun
Switzerland Takes Step Towards Sustainable Chemicals Management at International Conference
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's Federal Council approved the negotiating mandate for the country's delegation at the fifth international Conference on Chemicals Management. The aim is to establish a...
14
Jun
Swiss Voters Set to Decide on Climate and Innovation Act, Shaping Sustainable Future
Category: ESG News
Switzerland is set to vote on the Climate and Innovation Act on June 18, 2023. The act aims to reduce fossil fuel consumption, promote energy efficiency, and support climate-friend...
13
Jun
Switzerland Expands Research on Energy and Climate Issues
Category: ESG News
Switzerland expands funding for research on energy and climate issues. The Federal Council aims to address urgent challenges related to energy security, decarbonization, and sustai...
12
Jun
Lombard Odier and Systemiq Join Forces to Launch Innovative Sustainable Investment Platform, holistiQ Investment Partners
Category: ESG News
Lombard Odier and Systemiq have partnered to launch holistiQ Investment Partners, a sustainable investing platform. It combines LOIM's asset management expertise with Systemiq's kn...
11
Jun
Reducing Air Travel Key to Climate-Neutral Aviation, Swiss Researchers Say
Category: ESG News
Swiss researchers reveal the challenge of achieving climate-neutral aviation by 2050. Merely switching to sustainable alternatives won't suffice; reducing air travel is essential. ...
05
Jun
MSC Cruises Pioneers Sustainable Travel with World’s First Bio-LNG-Powered Cruise Ship
Category: ESG News
MSC Cruises' flagship, MSC Euribia, will embark on the industry's first net-zero emissions cruise using bio-LNG, demonstrating the feasibility of sustainable cruising and commitmen...
31
May
Building a Forest-Positive Future: Barry Callebaut Takes Bold Steps Towards Sustainable Cocoa Production
Category: ESG News
Barry Callebaut, a leading signatory of the Cocoa and Forest Initiative, is committed to combatting cocoa-related deforestation through their CFI 2.0 Action Plan, agroforestry prog...
30
May
Switzerland’s Climate and Innovation Act: A Clear Roadmap for a Sustainable Future
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's Climate and Innovation Act receives support from the Federal Council and cantons, aiming to reduce energy dependency, strengthen climate protection, and promote innov...
29
May
Automotive Leader Autoneum Expands Global Reach through Acquisition of Borgers Automotive
Category: ESG News
Autoneum, a global leader in the automotive industry, has completed the acquisition of Borgers Automotive. This strategic move enhances Autoneum’s market position in acoustic...