#swissnews
04
Apr
Swiss Government Supports Measures to Limit Environmental Appeals
Category: Uncategorized
The Federal Council has addressed proposals to restrict environmental organization complaints on smaller residential buildings within construction zones under the Nature and Homela...
12
Jan
SEK Mättmi Project with Hybridbox Technology Recognized with Watt d’Or Energy Award
Category: Uncategorized
The Swiss Federal Office of Energy has awarded the Watt d'Or prize to the SEK Mättmi project, featuring the innovative Hybridbox energy center. This project at a Zurich school demo...
28
Dec
Zizania Biobotanica Honored for Eco-Friendly Product Innovations
Category: ESG News
Zizania Biobotanica, a Swiss company, receives the Prix Cohésion & Solidarité Lémanique for eco-friendly cosmetics in Lake Geneva. Using upcycled plant by-products from Zollinger b...
18
Dec
Swiss Investor responsAbility Pledges $500M for Green Tech
Category: ESG News
Swiss impact investor responsAbility launches a $500 million climate investment strategy for Asia. Focused on clean tech sectors, the initiative aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 10 ...
14
Dec
reFuel.ch Consortium Launches for Sustainable Energy Solutions in Switzerland
Category: ESG News
Switzerland takes a giant leap towards sustainable energy with the kickoff of reFuel.ch. Supported by SFOE's SWEET program, the consortium unites academia, industry, and global par...
13
Dec
Nitrogen Overload Threatens Swiss Forests, FOEN Reports
Category: ESG News
Swiss forests are under threat as excessive nitrogen levels surge, impacting 90% of wooded areas. Human activities, particularly in agriculture and industry, contribute significant...
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...
27
Nov
Federal Commission Urges Revision of Swiss Air Quality Standards
Category: ESG News
Switzerland's air quality standards are under review by the Federal Commission for Air Hygiene (FCAH) to align with WHO guidelines, prioritizing public health. Recommendations incl...
13
Nov
Swiss Project Successfully Stores Liquefied CO2 in Icelandic Volcanic Rock
Category: ESG News
Swiss DemoUpCARMA project achieves a significant feat, injecting CO2 into Icelandic volcanic rock. It pioneers carbon capture, storing emissions from waste incineration, chemicals,...
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...
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