News
20
Apr
Zürcher Kantonalbank Highlights Solar Energy’s Potential to Play a Key Role in Switzerland’s Future
Category: ESG News
Solar energy is predicted to play a key role in Switzerland's future energy production. A federal law aims to have over 20% of the country's electricity consumption covered by sola...
03
Jul
43rd Session of FAO Conference: Switzerland to Discuss Global Food and Agriculture Situation
Category: ESG News, Uncategorized
Switzerland actively contributes to the 43rd FAO Conference (1-7 July 2023), shaping priorities in managing water resources for improved food security and sustainable food systems,...
27
Jul
Swiss Solar Railway Project Hits Obstacles
Category: ESG News
Swiss solar railway project to install panels on tracks for alternative energy production is stopped by transport ministry, citing maintenance challenges and potential train delays...
08
Feb
Sustainable Medtech: A Leap Forward with Helbling
Category: ESG News
Helbling is creating self-powered devices that could render batteries obsolete. This innovation aims for more efficient medical implants, reducing surgeries and healthcare costs th...
27
Feb
SIX Introduces SME Green Assessment Tool
Category: ESG News
SIX partners with Greenomy to launch a new tool that helps banks evaluate the sustainability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This solution aims to streamline the proc...
29
Feb
St. Gallen Launches E-Cargo Bike Initiative for Sustainable Urban Transport
Category: ESG News
St. Gallen is advancing green mobility with its Sankt Pedalo initiative, offering local businesses and groups free e-cargo bikes for a year. This program, entering its third year, ...
14
Aug
Novae Restauration SA Joins Swiss Pact to Slash Food Waste, Aiming for Sustainable Future
Category: ESG News
Novae Restauration SA joins Swiss cross-sector effort to combat food waste, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 12.3. Commitment fosters collaboration, sustainability, and r...
11
Mar
Swiss Airlines and Lufthansa Group Partner with Climeworks for Carbon Removal
Category: ESG News
Swiss Airlines and Lufthansa Group have teamed up with Zurich-based start-up Climeworks to pioneer carbon dioxide removal technology. Climeworks utilizes innovative direct air capt...
12
Mar
Switzerland’s Fintech Sector Sees Record Growth Amid Sustainability Focus
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's fintech sector achieved a record 11% growth, totaling 483 companies by the close of 2023, as per Lucerne University's latest study. Fintech entities emphasizing susta...
24
Apr
Logitech Recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader for its Climate Change Mitigation Efforts
Category: ESG News
Logitech has been recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP for actively working with suppliers to mitigate climate change across their value chain. The company aims to ach...