News
07
Jun
Switzerland Launches Sustainable Coffee Initiative
Category: ESG News
The Swiss Sustainable Coffee Platform (SSCP) launched on 6 June 2024 in Bern, aims to enhance sustainability in the coffee sector. This initiative, involving the Swiss coffee indus...
16
Jul
New Low Carbon Coffee Variety Unveiled by Nestlé
Category: ESG News
Nestlé has introduced Star 4, a new Arabica coffee variety designed to withstand climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This high-yielding variety, resistant to coffee...
12
Apr
Zurich Re Collaborates with Madrid City Council to Mitigate Climate Risks
Category: ESG News
Zurich Re partners with Madrid City Council to address climate-related risks and vulnerabilities. Zurich Re's expertise in managing climate risks positions the company as a global ...
26
Apr
OceanSafe & CHT Team Up for Eco-Friendly Polyester Solutions
Category: ESG News
OceanSafe and CHT have collaborated to develop eco-friendly polyester textiles using OceanSafe's biodegradable fiber, naNea. The partnership introduces sustainable dyeing and finis...
19
Jun
Carbon Standards International Launches Global Tree C-Sink
Category: ESG News
Carbon Standards International AG has introduced the Global Tree C-Sink to certify tree-based carbon sinks. This standard measures CO2 absorbed by trees, ensuring sustainable fores...
26
Jul
H55 Raises $74 Million Investment from Quebec Government
Category: ESG News
Swiss electric aviation company H55 has raised CHF 65 million (USD 74 million) in a Series C funding round, with the Government of Quebec as a key investor. The funds will support ...
23
Feb
Archroma Launches Next-Gen Sustainable Dyeing Solution
Category: ESG News
Archroma introduces AVITERA® SE GENERATION NEXT, advancing sustainable textile dyeing. This innovation offers cost-effective solutions for dark shades, meeting environmental standa...
13
Mar
Autoneum Expands Presence in Asia’s Automotive Market
Category: ESG News
Autoneum expands its presence in Asia's automotive market, aiming for sustainable growth. With new plants in China and India, it responds to the region's demand for eco-friendly so...
08
Apr
SWEET Program Launches Call to Tackle Hard-to-Abate Emissions
Category: ESG News
The Swiss Federal Office of Energy (SFOE) and the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) have announced a new call for proposals under the SWEET funding program. This initiative...
26
Jun
Federal Council Backs New Green Finance Rules
Category: ESG News
On 19 June 2024, the Federal Council reviewed new self-regulatory rules by Swiss financial organizations to combat greenwashing. These rules align with the Council's 2022 stance on...