The trade association arv Baustoffrecycling Schweiz and the FSKB Fachverband der Schweizerischen Kies- und Betonindustrie have merged to form the Fachverband Baustoff Kreislauf Schweiz. Its aim is to ensure circularity and security of supply for building

Over the next few years, NextGen CDR will purchase CO2 removed from the air and permanently stored in building materials (carbon dioxide removal, CDR) from the Bern-based company Neustark at 18 locations. The CDR alliance includes Mitsubishi, South Pole, UBS and

There is huge potential in the Swiss building stock. With the right optimisations, energy consumption, CO2 emissions and costs can be reduced. At the same time, the market value of the property can be increased. Migros Bank supports its corporate customers in identifying and exploiting the

St.Gallisch-Appenzellische Kraftwerke AG (SAK) has initiated a partnership with Norm Technologies from Zurich to analyze and improve the energy efficiency and CO2 emissions of buildings. This collaboration aims to offer innovative energy solutions and supports SAK's goal of achieving net-zero

A major pharmaceutical manufacturer is investing in a photovoltaic system at its production site in Switzerland. With a capacity that covers 25% of the annual demand, the project demonstrates the company's commitment to renewable energy and its goals to reduce CO₂

An Open Innovation Challenge is being launched in Dietikon to promote innovative solutions for vertical greening of facades. The event is supported by several local organizations and companies and aims to advance the development of sustainable urban

The business and service center Circle at Zurich Airport continues to grow. With four new tenants, including a co-working space for emerging companies and an SAP Experience Center, the Circle strengthens its position as a versatile economic

The newly founded business association H2-HUB Switzerland plans to transform the Basel region into a leading hydrogen hub, producing green hydrogen from renewable energy sources and distributing it nationwide to promote Switzerland's climate

Axon Active Holding AG has begun the expansion and renovation of its historic headquarters to transform it into a center for digital

Despite an unexpected cut in the key interest rate by the SNB, there is a clear decline in demand for SARON mortgages, while interest rates for fixed-rate mortgages remain stable and are gaining

The Altstetten and Höngg energy network, the largest project of its kind in Switzerland, marks a decisive step forward in the sustainable supply of heat to 30,000 households based on the use of renewable energy

An innovative project for sustainable energy supply, CoolCity, is being developed in the center of Zurich. By combining heating and cooling technologies, a pioneering step is being taken towards ecological urban

The final report on the accounting of negative emission technologies (NET) provides insights into the current challenges and solutions for integrating these technologies into the construction industry in order to achieve net zero emissions

For the fifth time in a row, Zurich was ranked as the smartest city in the world in the global IMD Smart City Index. Geneva and Lausanne also achieved strong

Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne (SIPBB) has launched a new service for industrial companies for effective CO₂ emissions management, using Siemens technology. The Sigreen software solution uses real data instead of industrial averages to calculate the CO₂

The world's largest electric melting furnace for stone wool was commissioned in Flums. With this investment of over 100 million Swiss francs, Flumroc has taken a significant step towards decarbonization, reducing its CO2 emissions in stone melting by 80

In China, the ongoing construction boom combined with excessive groundwater extraction is leading to a serious problem: many large cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, are increasingly sinking. This development could have dramatic consequences, particularly for the densely populated coastal

The cantonal government of Zurich has launched the ‘Growth 2050’ project in order to be specifically prepared for the expected population growth of 450,000 people by 2050 and to develop strategic

The Innovaare Innovation Park, directly adjacent to the Paul Scherrer Institute in Villigen, was officially opened after four years of construction. With an area of 23,000 m², which includes clean rooms, laboratories, precision workshops, offices and conference rooms, this park marks a decisive

Beatrice Lifart will take over the role of CEO at Livit from 1 May 2024. With her extensive experience within the company and proven leadership skills, she is ideally prepared to lead Livit into a successful

In the dynamic city of Zurich, the aim is to achieve balanced growth that preserves the city's identity while meeting the demand for housing, commercial space and public facilities. The Office for Urban Development plays a central role in this by coordinating the interests of various stakeholders

LEDCity has received 2 million Swiss francs in an additional financing round. The company intends to use the newly acquired capital totalling CHF 5 million to drive forward the development of its energy-saving lighting

The SV Group is setting up a restaurant with 300 seats and a terrace in the Konnex building complex in the center of Baden, covering an area of 1,000 square meters. Additionally, SV offers event catering

Vienna is the first major city to use the construction software from smino. The digital tool has also gained a foothold in several German cities. It aims to save resources, time, and money in urban

In Zurich's Kreis 5 district, Maaglive is a pioneering neighbourhood that meets the needs of its residents and the city thanks to sustainable construction projects and flexible spatial design. The project sets new standards in terms of environmental friendliness and quality of

In the dynamic city of Zurich, there is a pursuit of balanced growth that preserves the city's identity while meeting the demand for housing, commercial spaces, and public facilities. The Office of Urban Development plays a central role in coordinating the interests of various stakeholders and

Ein Online-Händler aus der St.GallenBodenseeArea revolutioniert den Markt für Büromöbel durch digitalen Direktvertrieb, der es ermöglicht, hochwertige und ergonomische Produkte zu günstigeren Preisen

Legartis and Implenia aim to accelerate the review time of comprehensive contracts in the construction industry. To achieve this, the contract review specialist using artificial intelligence (AI) and the internationally active construction company will develop an AI

The federal mandate to capture planning gains has long been neglected by cantons and municipalities. With the introduction of the land value capture tax, municipalities now benefit from the appreciation of

A renowned timber construction company in Switzerland has introduced a new organizational structure. The previously linear structures are being replaced by a more flexible and agile system that leverages the expertise of all