News
16
Dec
What are the ESG materiality issues in the pharmaceutical sector in Switzerland?
Category: Blog
“The pharmaceutical sector in Switzerland is a major industry, accounting for approximately 7% of GDP, and 35% of manufacturing.” The Swiss pharma business is the largest pharma bu...
25
Dec
Swiss Collaboration Powers Sustainable Energy with Vertical Solar Wall
Category: ESG News
In the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, a groundbreaking initiative is transforming a roadside retaining wall into a sustainable solar energy source. The region is committed to so...
19
Jun
Carbon Standards International Launches Global Tree C-Sink
Category: ESG News
Carbon Standards International AG has introduced the Global Tree C-Sink to certify tree-based carbon sinks. This standard measures CO2 absorbed by trees, ensuring sustainable fores...
05
Jul
New Insurance Coverage for Clean Hydrogen Projects Launched
Category: ESG News
Zurich Insurance Group and Aon have launched an insurance program for clean hydrogen projects, covering expenses up to $250 million. This initiative supports the development of gre...
10
Jul
Balenciaga Launches Eco-Friendly Sneakers Made from Bananatex
Category: ESG News
Balenciaga has launched a limited-edition Triple S sneaker made from Bananatex, a natural, circular, and plastic-free material by Swiss company Bananatex AG. Developed by Zurich-ba...
23
Aug
Carbon Standards International Receives Conditional Endorsement from ICROA
Category: Uncategorized
Carbon Standards International (CSI), based in Frick, Switzerland, received conditional endorsement from the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA) for its carb...
28
Aug
GraphEnergyTech Secures Funding to Boost Graphene-Based Solar Cells
Category: Uncategorized
Swiss start-up GraphEnergyTech Ltd has raised GBP 1 million in its first equity funding round, led by Aramco's venture arm. Based in Lausanne, GraphEnergyTech develops graphene ele...
14
Nov
Why do pre-IPO companies need to invest in ESG?
Category: Blog
“Environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy is quickly moving from a ‘good’ to a ‘must-have’ strategy for pre-IPO companies preparing to enter the market.” In recent years...
31
Oct
Five ways that ESG will create value by 2025
Category: Blog
“ESG is an all-encompassing term for a sustainable value creation strategy that takes environmental, social, and governance issues into account.” ESG, which stands for environmenta...
13
Dec
Who are ESG investors?
Category: Blog
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) funds are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Institutional investors and shareholders are increasingly looking for impact investme...