#climate
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...
14
Nov
ABB Contributes to Significant Hydrogen Projects in Europe
Category: ESG News
ABB's Q3 2023 highlights sustainable progress in Europe. Partnering with Samskip, they're outfitting hydrogen-powered container ships for eco-friendly logistics. Additionally, ABB ...
09
Nov
Swiss Federal Council Ends Tax Exemption for Electric Vehicles
Category: ESG News
Starting January 1, 2024, electric vehicles will be subject to a 4% automobile tax. This move aims to address tax revenue shortfalls, secure transportation fund deposits, and impro...
31
Oct
Innovative Swiss Project Converts Old Satellite Antennas into Solar Panels
Category: ESG News
Swiss companies CKW Group and Leuk Teleport are transforming outdated satellite antennas into solar powerhouses in the Alps. This innovative initiative offers an eco-friendly solut...
30
Oct
Geneva’s Open Quantum Institute to Accelerate Sustainable Solutions
Category: ESG News
The Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) has launched the Open Quantum Institute (OQI). The OQI aims to harness quantum technologies to accelerate progress towards the ...
01
Sep
WWF Report Highlights Urgent Water Crisis
Category: ESG News
WWF, a Swiss-based organization, issues a stark warning in a new report, revealing the enormous economic value of global water resources at US$58 trillion. It highlights the urgent...
22
Jun
Switzerland Takes a Stand: Banning Illegally Harvested Timber to Protect Climate and Biodiversity
Category: ESG News
Switzerland has joined countries banning illegally harvested timber to combat deforestation and biodiversity loss. The new Timber Trade Ordinance (TTO) makes it illegal to place su...
21
Jun
Switzerland Takes a Stand Against Urban Heatwaves with Innovative Solutions
Category: ESG News
Swiss cities and cantons participate in the "Adaptation to Climate Change" pilot program, supported by the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN). They explore urban planning gu...
13
Jun
Switzerland Expands Research on Energy and Climate Issues
Category: ESG News
Switzerland expands funding for research on energy and climate issues. The Federal Council aims to address urgent challenges related to energy security, decarbonization, and sustai...