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16
Jun
Switzerland’s Microplastic Pollution in Water Bodies: Empa Researchers Develop a Nationwide Model
Category: ESG News
Swiss researchers have developed a model to calculate microplastic concentrations in water bodies. Annually, 14,000 tons of plastic enter Swiss soil and water, with around 15 tons ...
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...
06
Mar
Smartenergy Group AG Signs MoU for Sustainable Energy Initiative
Category: ESG News
Swiss firm Smartenergy collaborates with Egypt to study a 1-GW green hydrogen complex. The project, backed by a Memorandum of Understanding with Egyptian authorities, aims to produ...
11
Jun
Reducing Air Travel Key to Climate-Neutral Aviation, Swiss Researchers Say
Category: ESG News
Swiss researchers reveal the challenge of achieving climate-neutral aviation by 2050. Merely switching to sustainable alternatives won't suffice; reducing air travel is essential. ...
19
Jun
Swiss Voters Approve Net-Zero Climate Law
Category: ESG News
Swiss voters approve a new climate law aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The law received 59.1% support, promoting renewable energy and providing financial incentives for home...
26
Mar
Swiss Cleantech Report Unveils Eco Innovations
Category: ESG News
Swiss Cleantech Report, led by CleantechAlps, unveils energy and climate innovations at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2024. Supported by Swiss Federal Offices of Energy and Environ...
15
Mar
Glencore Bolsters Li-Cycle with $75 Million Investment
Category: ESG News
Glencore, the Swiss commodity trader, extends $75 million to Li-Cycle, a Canadian battery recycler. This further cements their partnership in sustainable battery materials. Li-Cycl...
07
Aug
Swiss Hydrological Yearbook Exposes Impact of Climate Change on Water Systems
Category: ESG News
Newly released, Switzerland's Hydrological Yearbook by FOEN highlights a year of extremes. Heatwaves, droughts, and glacial losses affected water levels and discharge quantities. T...
15
Jul
Libattion Raises EUR 14M to Expand EV Battery Recycling
Category: ESG News
Swiss start-up Libattion has raised EUR 14 million to expand its business. The company repurposes electric vehicle batteries into energy storage systems called e-Racks, which range...
28
May
Tetra Pak Launches Plan to Enhance Biodiversity and Water Security
Category: ESG News
Tetra Pak has introduced its "Approach to Nature" plan, focusing on reversing nature loss and enhancing water security. This initiative aligns with global biodiversity goals and in...