News
12
Jan
SEK Mättmi Project with Hybridbox Technology Recognized with Watt d’Or Energy Award
Category: Uncategorized
The Swiss Federal Office of Energy has awarded the Watt d'Or prize to the SEK Mättmi project, featuring the innovative Hybridbox energy center. This project at a Zurich school demo...
05
Feb
Hug AG’s Sustainable Farming Initiative Expands
Category: ESG News
Hug AG, in collaboration with Knecht Mühle, is expanding its sustainable wheat farming project in Aargau after a successful trial. The partnership seeks to cultivate wheat for the ...
18
Mar
Climeworks Expands US Presence
Category: ESG News
Climeworks is expanding its operations in the USA. The company plans to triple its workforce by the end of 2024, with a new headquarters in Austin, Texas. This move follows the app...
29
Aug
Swiss Federal Council Responds to European Court’s Ruling on Climate Protection
Category: ESG News
The Swiss Federal Council reviewed the European Court of Human Rights ruling on climate protection, affirming Switzerland's commitment to the Council of Europe. It considers Switze...
07
Oct
Swiss Re study estimates over USD 270 trillion in investments needed to meet 2050 climate targets
Category: ESG News
Swiss Re study tracks progress on decarbonising the economy. It shows a climate investment gap of more than USD 270 trillion in the energy, transport, buildings and industry sector...
10
Apr
Helvetia Environnement Group Achieves B Corp Certification and Aims for CO2 Neutrality by 2025
Category: ESG News
Helvetia Environnement Group has received B Corp certification for their sustainable practices and aims to become carbon neutral by 2025. They have invested in waste management, re...
11
Apr
Natural Catastrophes Become The Largest Driver Of Insurance Losses According to Swiss Re
Category: ESG News
Swiss Re warns of increasing natural catastrophes due to climate change, urbanization, and growing populations. Half of the $125bn insured losses in 2022 were from Hurricane Ian. U...
17
May
GIST Impact and Clarity AI Forge Alliance to Revolutionize Sustainable Investing with Cutting-Edge Biodiversity Assessment Product
Category: ESG News
Clarity AI and GIST Impact have partnered to develop a biodiversity impact assessment product for investors. The solution measures exposure to biodiversity risks, aiding informed i...
20
Jul
Swiss Timber Harvest Increases by 4% in 2022
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's timber harvest rose by 4% in 2022, reaching 5.2 million cubic meters. The demand for construction timber, rising wood prices, and the energy crisis drove the increase...
29
Nov
Swiss Project Aims for Eco-Friendly Plastics
Category: ESG News
HSG leads the Innosuisse flagship project "Towards a NetZero Plastics Industry." Collaborating with Swiss universities and 18 businesses, they reshape the plastics industry, target...