News
09
May
EPFL Start-Up NovaMea Receives $3.2 Million Funding
Category: ESG News
Swiss cleantech start-up NovaMea has raised USD 3.2 million to advance its green hydrogen production technology. Founded at EPFL, NovaMea specializes in anion exchange membrane ele...
17
Jul
ABB helps the marine industry become more sustainable
Category: ESG News
ABB offers tailor-made solutions, which include electrical propulsion, data-driven decision support and integrated systems for ship and shore.
18
Apr
Feintool Launches FeinAl Plus: The Next-Gen Sustainable Wear Protection for Metal Forming Tools
Category: ESG News
Feintool has launched Feinal Plus, an innovative technology that provides enhanced wear protection for metal forming tools. This technology promotes a circular economy by reducing ...
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...
12
Jul
CO2 Statistics: Emissions Show Decrease
Category: ESG News
2022 CO2 emissions in Switzerland showed a slight decrease in transportation sources and a more significant decrease in heating emissions. Improved energy efficiency and increased ...
16
Aug
Enhancing Avalanche Protection: Swiss Experimental Forest Unveils Rising Tree Line Benefits
Category: ESG News
Swiss experiment reveals rising tree lines' potential in avalanche defense, combining nature's protection and climate adaptation. Alpine forests offer enhanced safety, redefining m...
30
Aug
Breakthrough: Innovative Coated Mesh Turns Fog into Clean Water while Combating Pollution
Category: ESG News
Swiss scientists unveil a coated mesh that gathers fog, producing clean water while neutralizing pollutants. This breakthrough method offers hope for water-scarce areas plagued by ...
14
Feb
Empa and wst21 Shed Light on Environmental Impact of Vehicle Tires
Category: ESG News
Empa and wst21 researchers reveal vehicle tires as a major source of microplastics, with tire wear contributing significantly to environmental pollution in Switzerland. Addressing ...
15
Sep
Is Switzerland on track to achieve its climate targets by 2030?
Category: Opinions & Analyses
Under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Switzerland has a commitment to achieve at least 50% reduction of its greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) belo...
07
Feb
Rheiazymes Among Top 20 in Europe’s Green Alley Award
Category: ESG News
Zurich-based Rheiazymes has earned a spot in the top 20 of the Green Alley Award, highlighting its groundbreaking work in recycling mixed fabric textiles. Their innovative use of e...