News
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...
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...
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...
22
May
Preserving Switzerland’s Forests: Report Outlines Key Action Steps
Category: ESG News
Swiss forests face climate change challenges: droughts, storms, and pests weaken trees. A recent report emphasizes the need for urgent action to protect forests, promote regenerati...
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...
19
Dec
The role of Women in Business Management in Switzerland
Category: Blog
Switzerland is one of the fastest-growing economies in Europe. It ranks third in the OECD in terms of GDP per capita. It is consistently ranked among the best countries in terms of...
06
Sep
Swiss Building Program Achieves Record Funding for Energy-Efficient Renovations
Category: ESG News
FOEN reports record demand for energy-efficient renovation grants in 2022. The Building Program, funded by federal and cantonal governments, allocated 425 million CHF, an 18% incre...
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...
30
Apr
Roche launches new diagnostic test for immune response to SARS-CoV-2
Category: ESG News
Roche announces the launch of a new test which supports the better understanding of immune response to SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination.
22
Nov
How does Investing in ESG Increase Your Company’s Value?
Category: Blog