News
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...
27
Sep
Switzerland’s Eco-Friendly Currency: “Wind Power” Coin Hits Market
Category: ESG News
Swissmint, in collaboration with FOEN, releases the "Wind Power" silver coin, completing the "Energy of the Future" series. This coin spotlights renewable energy's importance, espe...
13
Dec
Nitrogen Overload Threatens Swiss Forests, FOEN Reports
Category: ESG News
Swiss forests are under threat as excessive nitrogen levels surge, impacting 90% of wooded areas. Human activities, particularly in agriculture and industry, contribute significant...
26
Dec
ABB Partners with Lumin for Sustainable Home Energy Management
Category: ESG News
ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation, is investing in Lumin, a U.S.-based energy management company, to enhance residential energy management in North ...
12
Apr
Federal Council Approves Report on Carbon Neutral Aviation
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's Federal Council adopts measures for carbon-neutral aviation by 2050. The report emphasizes transitioning to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) and improving aircraft e...
04
Jun
Swiss Federal Council Updates Environmental Regulations
Category: ESG News
The Swiss Federal Council has approved changes to four environmental regulations, including the Contaminated Sites Ordinance and Chemical Risk Reduction Ordinance. Key updates allo...
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...
18
May
Switzerland Contributes CHF 750 Million Loan to IMF’s Resilience and Sustainability Trust, Advancing Climate Action
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's Federal Council approves a CHF 750 million loan to the IMF's Resilience and Sustainability Trust. The loan will support climate action and sustainability efforts, ena...
25
Jul
New EU Policy Proposals Shaped by Swiss Empa Research
Category: ESG News
EU proposes new circular economy provisions for automotive sector based on Empa research, promoting recycling and reuse of materials. Switzerland pioneers separate electronic devic...
14
Sep
Educational Publication on Sustainability Takes Root in Switzerland
Category: ESG News
FOEN collaborates with students, backed by the Swiss National Science Foundation, V-Zug, and SWICO, to develop an educational publication on the circular economy. Harnessing youthf...