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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...
16
Nov
Innovation Alert: Water-Based Batteries Poised to Transform Urban Power
Category: ESG News
Empa researcher David Reber is revolutionizing urban energy storage. His innovative approach combines water-based flow batteries with solid materials, addressing their low energy d...
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Swiss companies CKW Group and Leuk Teleport are transforming outdated satellite antennas into solar powerhouses in the Alps.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...
26
Oct
Efforts to Combat Greenwashing Strengthened
Category: ESG News
Efforts against greenwashing strengthen as the Swiss Federal Department of Finance (FDF) implements Federal Council's guidelines to prevent misleading environmental claims in finan...
16
Oct
Bigler AG Fleischwaren Signs Cross-Sector Pact for Greener Food Chain
Category: ESG News
Bigler AG Fleischwaren joins 36 organizations in Switzerland's cross-sector commitment to reduce #FoodWaste. Aligned with the Federal Council's Action Plan, the initiative aims to ...
03
Oct
Switzerland Faces Second Largest Decline in Glacier Ice Volume
Category: ESG News
Swiss glaciers have unexpectedly lost 10% of their ice volume in the past two years due to low winter snowfall and high summer temperatures. This alarming trend, exceeding projecti...
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...
24
Aug
Recycling the Non-Recyclable: New Epoxy Resin Resists Flames and Reduces Waste
Category: ESG News
#RecyclingInnovation: Empa's breakthrough epoxy resin combines recyclability, flame resistance & strength. From aerospace to wooden floors, it revolutionizes materials.
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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