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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...
24
May
Credit Suisse Spark Environmental Revolution: Historic Debt-for-Nature Swap Saves Galapagos Islands
Category: ESG News
Credit Suisse pioneers a green path with a groundbreaking debt-for-nature swap by purchasing climate bonds. In a groundbreaking move, they acquire Ecuadorian bonds, benefiting Gala...
17
May
GIST Impact and Clarity AI Forge Alliance to Revolutionize Sustainable Investing with Cutting-Edge Biodiversity Assessment Product
Category: ESG News
Clarity AI and GIST Impact have partnered to develop a biodiversity impact assessment product for investors. The solution measures exposure to biodiversity risks, aiding informed i...
02
May
FOEN’s Latest Report Shows an Increase in Swiss Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2021
Category: ESG News
Swiss greenhouse gas emissions increased slightly in 2021 to 45.2 million tonnes CO2-equivalent, driven by higher heating demand due to a colder winter. The increase was mainly in ...
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...
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