News
26
Mar
Daylight Saving Time Can Reduce Cooling Energy Consumption in Office Buildings, Finds New Study by Empa Researchers
Category: ESG News
A recent study by researchers at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) has found that daylight-saving time can contribute to climate protection...
02
May
FOEN’s Latest Report Shows an Increase in Swiss Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2021
Category: ESG News
Swiss greenhouse gas emissions increased slightly in 2021 to 45.2 million tonnes CO2-equivalent, driven by higher heating demand due to a colder winter. The increase was mainly in ...
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...
30
May
Switzerland’s Climate and Innovation Act: A Clear Roadmap for a Sustainable Future
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's Climate and Innovation Act receives support from the Federal Council and cantons, aiming to reduce energy dependency, strengthen climate protection, and promote innov...
20
Jun
DETEC Opens Consultation on Ordinances in the Environmental Sector
Category: ESG News
DETEC initiates public consultation on environmental regulations, including contaminated site management and chemical risk reduction. Transitional provisions extended for water rev...
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,...
29
Aug
Elma Electronic Collaborates with Swiss SolarButterfly for Sustainable Drive
Category: ESG News
Swiss solar caravan, SolarButterfly, showcased sustainable innovation at Elma Electronic, GA. Its advanced solar panels charge a Tesla for 150 miles in 7 hours. Experts discussed s...
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 ...
19
Feb
AELER Technologies Innovates Sustainable Shipping Solutions
Category: ESG News
AELER Technologies is transforming logistics with its innovative, sustainable shipping containers. These advanced containers are designed to be more efficient, durable, and suitabl...
22
Apr
H2-HUB Schweiz Aims to Boost Switzerland’s Hydrogen Production
Category: ESG News
Basel is set to become Switzerland's hydrogen hub with the launch of H2-HUB Schweiz. Founded in February, the association aims to produce green hydrogen using solar, hydroelectric,...