News
28
Jun
Swiss Government Plans to Broaden Corporate Sustainability Reports
Category: ESG News
Switzerland is set to align its sustainability reporting standards with the EU, expanding mandatory disclosures for companies. The new rules will increase the number of firms requi...
09
Jul
Alpiq Sells Swiss Rooftop Solar Portfolio
Category: ESG News
Alpiq, a Swiss power producer, has sold its 5.5-MWp rooftop photovoltaic portfolio to PS Panneaux Solaires SA, focusing on core operations and renewable energy integration. The ins...
30
Aug
Climeworks’ Orca Plant Earns First AAA Rating from BeZero Carbon
Category: ESG News
Climeworks' Orca plant in Iceland has received the first-ever AAA rating from BeZero Carbon, a London-based carbon credit rating agency. This recognition marks the highest rating i...
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...
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
Oct
Bigler AG Fleischwaren Signs Cross-Sector Pact for Greener Food Chain
Category: ESG News
Bigler AG Fleischwaren joins 36 organizations in Switzerland's cross-sector commitment to reduce #FoodWaste. Aligned with the Federal Council's Action Plan, the initiative aims to ...
21
Oct
Switzerland Tops Global Talent Attraction Ranking for the 10th Year
Category: ESG News
Switzerland celebrates a decade at the top in attracting global talent, praised for its exceptional quality of life and commitment to sustainability. Strong social support and natu...
27
Nov
Federal Commission Urges Revision of Swiss Air Quality Standards
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's air quality standards are under review by the Federal Commission for Air Hygiene (FCAH) to align with WHO guidelines, prioritizing public health. Recommendations incl...
28
Dec
Zizania Biobotanica Honored for Eco-Friendly Product Innovations
Category: ESG News
Zizania Biobotanica, a Swiss company, receives the Prix Cohésion & Solidarité Lémanique for eco-friendly cosmetics in Lake Geneva. Using upcycled plant by-products from Zollinger b...
04
Mar
Landis+Gyr and SPAN Team Up for Smarter Energy Use
Category: ESG News
Swiss Landis+Gyr and SF-based SPAN launch a groundbreaking electrification solution! Their collaboration improves energy management and grid decarbonization, making the most of exi...