News
01
May
UniSieve Raises $5.5M to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Chemical and Plastics Manufacturing
Category: ESG News
Swiss start-up, UniSieve, raised $5.5m to reduce carbon emissions by developing innovative technology that separates CO2 from gases produced during manufacturing, with the potentia...
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 ...
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...
21
Aug
FOEN Highlights Green Transition: Action on Sustainable Minerals and Metals
Category: ESG News
Geneva hosts back-to-back events highlighting minerals' role in a green transition. Sustainable sourcing is crucial for industries like energy and mobility. Critical for clean ener...
28
Aug
Bonn Conference Sets Agenda for Biodiversity Action Beyond 2023
Category: ESG News
Switzerland actively participates in the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform's conference on biodiversity and ecosystem services in Bonn. Focus on combatting invasive non-nat...
01
Sep
WWF Report Highlights Urgent Water Crisis
Category: ESG News
WWF, a Swiss-based organization, issues a stark warning in a new report, revealing the enormous economic value of global water resources at US$58 trillion. It highlights the urgent...
25
Sep
Holcim and Bloomberg Media Report on Global Circular Economy Progress
Category: ESG News
Zurich, led by a circular economy mandate, ranks 5th globally in the transition to circularity, according to Holcim and Bloomberg Media.
04
Apr
Bachem Receives Platinum Medal for Sustainable Business Practices from EcoVadis
Category: ESG News
Swiss biotech Bachem received a platinum medal from EcoVadis for sustainable practices, elevating it to the top 1% in its sector. EcoVadis evaluates companies' sustainability perfo...
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...
24
May
Credit Suisse Spark Environmental Revolution: Historic Debt-for-Nature Swap Saves Galapagos Islands
Category: ESG News
Credit Suisse pioneers a green path with a groundbreaking debt-for-nature swap by purchasing climate bonds. In a groundbreaking move, they acquire Ecuadorian bonds, benefiting Gala...