Strengthening presence in the construction industry through acquisition in Slovenia
The SFS Group has acquired EPRO D.O.O. in Slovenia. The distribution partner in the construction industry specialises in components for flat roofs, lightweight construction and facades. The acquisition is intended to strengthen the Group's presence for fastening technology in the
Energy City strengthens climate policy with new certification standards
In future, the Energy City Association wants to support its 644 member municipalities above all in achieving net zero. Certification will be reorganised accordingly. In future, Gold cities will have to prove that their strategies and measures are compatible with achieving the
Cantonal hospital: New brand identity under the banner of healing architecture
Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) will move into its new building, which is based on the principle of healing architecture, at the beginning of 2025. With a new logo and a modern brand identity, the hospital is focusing on positive and healing-oriented
Sustainable processes through pinch analysis and heat storage
With PinCH 4.0, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts has developed software that makes industrial processes more energy-efficient and cost-saving. The integration of heat storage systems can significantly reduce energy consumption, as an analysis at food manufacturer HACO
Bank gives cautious all-clear for real estate bubbles
According to the UBS study, the bubble risk in the residential real estate market remains high, particularly in cities such as Miami, Tokyo and Zurich. However, the index shows that the risk is declining slightly in many cities. The economic outlook will have a strong influence on price trends in
Investment in low-CO2 cement promotes market launch
Sublime Systems is also able to build its first commercial production plant for low-CO2 cement in the US state of Massachusetts with the help of an investment from Holcim. The start-up has developed a CO2-free electrochemical process for this purpose. Holcim will purchase the
Perovskia Solar receives investment of 2.4 million dollars
Perovskia Solar AG has received 2.4 million dollars in fresh capital to further develop its flexible solar technology. The solar cells can be integrated into IoT devices and smart systems. With new investors and resources, the company is ready for further
KohlenKraft sponsors Zurich Climathon
KohlenKraft, a young company from the Technopark Winterthur, develops climate-positive building materials. Its innovative products help to reduce CO2 emissions and contribute to the circular economy. CEO Charles Gerike-Roberts and CTO Moritz Keller have already received several awards for their
Renewable energies on the rise: Zurich city plans
The city of Zurich has approved the expansion of renewable energies with a framework credit of CHF 300 million. Investments are planned in hydropower, alpine photovoltaics and wind power, including abroad. This is intended to ensure the competitiveness of the energy supplier
Energy City Association focuses on net zero
Cities and municipalities are working towards the goal of climate neutrality with the Energy City label. Certification and strategies are increasingly being adapted to the net-zero target in order to promote sustainable energy policies. There is a particular focus on supporting smaller
Rhine bank development as a project for the future
Schaffhausen is planning a comprehensive redesign of the Rhine embankment promenade to make the town more attractive and liveable. A new connecting road will make it possible to divert motorised traffic so that the banks of the Rhine can be used for leisure, living and tourism. The project is a
“We are constantly investing in our future”
The top priority of the Schaffhausen cantonal government is to strengthen the canton as a place to live and do business. As Director of Economic Affairs, Dino Tamagni has been working to create attractive conditions for companies and the population since 2021. In this interview, he explains the
Strategies to combat urban sprawl and improve quality of life
In a study, Sascha Nick from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne recommends reducing the amount of living space available for each person, tighter neighbourhoods and renovating existing buildings instead of building new ones. This should improve the quality of