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22
Jul
PrISMa: Advancing Carbon Capture Technology
Category: ESG News
Researchers from ETH Zurich, EPFL, and Heriot-Watt University have created the PrISMa platform. PrISMa uses AI and simulations to enhance carbon capture by evaluating materials, pr...
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...
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...
13
Jun
RepRisk Launches New ESG Due Diligence Scores
Category: ESG News
RepRisk has introduced Due Diligence Scores, assessing ESG risks like biodiversity and human rights on a 0-100 scale. These scores offer transparent, ready-to-use metrics for banks...
20
May
Climeworks Opens Carbon Capture Plant in Iceland
Category: ESG News
Climeworks has activated Mammoth in Iceland, now the world's largest carbon capture facility. It's designed to remove 36,000 tons of CO2 annually, leveraging geothermal energy for ...
18
Apr
Norway Comissions Climeworks for Feasibility Study
Category: ESG News
Climeworks secures 2.2M Swiss francs from Enova to explore CO2 capture plant feasibility. The Zurich-based company plans Norse Pine, scheduled for 2030, with capacity for thousands...
12
Mar
Switzerland’s Fintech Sector Sees Record Growth Amid Sustainability Focus
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's fintech sector achieved a record 11% growth, totaling 483 companies by the close of 2023, as per Lucerne University's latest study. Fintech entities emphasizing susta...
02
Feb
The ICON Weather and Climate Model is Now Open Source
Category: ESG News
The ICON weather and climate model, a collaborative effort by Swiss and German researchers, is now open source. This groundbreaking move aims to enhance transparency and foster inn...
03
Jan
Cortexia Secures Funding to Expand Environmental Tech
Category: ESG News
Cortexia secures CHF 2.35 million for international growth in sustainable urban management. Renowned for AI-powered solutions, they've improved cleanliness and reduced environmenta...
11
Dec
Swiss Federal Council Enhances Climate Transparency in Financial Sector
Category: ESG News
The Swiss Federal Council strengthens Switzerland's financial credibility globally! Deciding to enhance the Swiss Climate Scores, investors now gain clearer insights into their inv...