Schaffhausen on the way to becoming a swarm and nest region
With the "Development Strategy 2030", the canton of Schaffhausen is setting the course for a future-oriented, attractive and liveable region. In a participatory process, visions, fields of action and concrete projects were developed to sustainably strengthen Schaffhausen as a business and living
Progress and outlook for the cantonal climate strategy
The canton of Schaffhausen takes stock of the progress of the climate strategy it has introduced. The "climate figures" provide valuable insights into the measures that have been implemented, but also into the challenges that still need to be overcome in order to achieve the ambitious
Schaffhausen 4th generation agglomeration programme
The final audit report from the Federal Office for Spatial Development on the "Schaffhausen 4th Generation Agglomeration Programme" confirms that the Schaffhausen region has significantly improved its overall transport system, with a focus on the modernisation of public transport and the promotion
Real estate industry anticipates rising prices for residential properties
KPMG's Swiss Real Estate Sentiment Index shows a positive trend in the Swiss real estate sector. Prices for residential real estate in particular are expected to rise, while prices for commercial and specialist real estate are set to fall
Employee and staff appraisals – prepare yourself as an employer now!
Employee or staff appraisals are a widely established and "indispensable instrument of modern personnel management" in companies. Employees are not only given the opportunity to formulate their own feedback. Above all, the joint discussion with the manager should be an opportunity to openly reflect
Future-oriented urban development in Bern
A visionary project, Wankdorfcity 3, is taking shape in Bern, creating new living space. The building permit granted lays the foundation for a vibrant district that will provide around 500 apartments and 3,000 jobs by 2029. The mix of living, working and leisure will revitalize the urban landscape
Project funding from LadenPunkt – Apply now!
The LadenPunkt project funding supports innovative solutions in the field of e-charging infrastructure for cars. This year, the focus is on charging at the place of residence and work, with a particular focus on real estate companies. Take advantage of this opportunity and secure attractive
Buildings as carbon sinks
The construction industry is on the brink of a revolution. In future, buildings could not only be CO2-neutral, but even CO2-negative. The Empa initiative "Mining the Atmosphere" is pursuing precisely this goal. The NEST unit "Beyond Zero" is testing innovative materials that can permanently bind
Findings from the Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024
The Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024 emphasises the urgent need to put health, sustainability and resilience at the heart of construction and renovation projects. The study shows that only a holistic approach can future-proof the building sector - with clear recommendations for policymakers and
Decarbonisation of buildings possible through timber construction
The Zurich-based PropTech start-up Timber Finance enables building owners and investors in the building sector to monetise their climate performance in timber construction through CO₂ storage certificates for the first time. This innovation contributes to decarbonisation and is recognised by
Binding Prize for Biodiversity 2025
The Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation invites applications for the prestigious Binding Prize for Biodiversity 2025. For the fifth time, we are looking for innovative and pioneering projects that set new standards in the context of the annual theme "Biodiversity and Health". Take the opportunity
Innovation Award 2024 goes to company from Schachen with ultra-high-strength building material
Mauderli AG has won this year's Innovation Award from the Central Switzerland Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHZ). The company from Schachen was honoured for its special ultra-high-strength fibre composite building material
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