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23
Jul
On Introduces Eco-Friendly LightSpray Shoe Technology
Category: ESG News
Swiss brand On introduced LightSpray, a new technology for creating running shoes. Developed in Zurich, this robotic process makes a single-piece upper in one step, cutting carbon ...
28
Jun
Swiss Government Plans to Broaden Corporate Sustainability Reports
Category: ESG News
Switzerland is set to align its sustainability reporting standards with the EU, expanding mandatory disclosures for companies. The new rules will increase the number of firms requi...
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...
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...
29
May
Destinus to Open First Private Hydrogen Testing Site in Europe
Category: ESG News
Destinus is pioneering Europe's first commercial private hydrogen testing site in Payerne, Switzerland. The Destinus H2 Park, set to launch gas system tests in Q3 2024, will advanc...
15
May
Switzerland Renews Funding for Climate Action
Category: ESG News
Switzerland pledges CHF 135 million to the Green Climate Fund from 2024-2027, supporting global climate action. This commitment aids over 250 projects in 130 countries, reducing CO...
02
May
Ivoclar and SkyCell Partner to Fill Empty Freight, Cutting Emissions
Category: ESG News
Ivoclar and SkyCell are revolutionizing logistics by shipping Ivoclar's U.S.-made dental products to Europe using SkyCell's otherwise empty containers. This partnership curbs unnec...
25
Apr
FOEN’s 2024 Report Highlights Switzerland’s Fiscal Challenge
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's latest "2024 fiscal sustainability report" highlights long-term financial challenges due to ageing and climate protection.
16
Apr
Migros Pioneer Fund and Seedling Foundation Support Circunis in Food Waste Initiative
Category: ESG News
Circunis has secured funding from the Seedling Foundation to launch an online marketplace for trading surplus food and by-products until 2026. This initiative, supported by the Mig...
09
Apr
Swiss Textiles Members Nominated for Green Business Award 2024
Category: ESG News
Five Swiss Textiles members, including Dimpora, HeiQ AeoniQ, Lantal, Muntagnard, and Qwstion, are up for the Green Business Award 2024. This prestigious award recognizes businesses...