The canton of Vaud has successfully completed the renovation of five historic spa buildings, thereby setting an example for the preservation of cultural heritage while at the same time adapting to modern sustainability standards. The final stage of this extensive renovation programme has been

After two years of weak growth, economic experts are forecasting an economic recovery for the canton of Vaud. The Vaud Economic Commission expects gross domestic product to grow by 1.8% in 2025 and to increase to 1.9% in the following year. Nevertheless, global uncertainties are clouding the

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) and Gaznat are expanding their collaboration. They are planning three calls for tenders for research and development projects in the field of clean gas supply. Gaznat is providing CHF 5 million over seven

Romande Energie invests in yord. Thanks to sensors and artificial intelligence, the application from the Fribourg-based start-up optimises heat consumption in buildings. It reduces heating-related energy consumption by up to 40 per cent without intervening in the heating

Enerdrape was awarded the first AMAG Sustainability Challenge for its geothermal panel. The solution transforms underground spaces into renewable heat sources and saves on drilling. The prize includes 50,000 Swiss francs and one year's use of a VW

Procimmo is planning a capital increase to expand the Residential Lemanic Fund. With investments in Lausanne and Geneva, the company is aiming for further growth while maintaining the quality of its

Alpiq has announced the sale of seven rooftop photovoltaic installations to PS Panneaux Solaires SA. The installations in the cantons of Fribourg, Solothurn, and Vaud have a total capacity of 5.5 megawatts

Die Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Lausanne (EPFL) bietet mit Beginn des akademischen Jahres 2025 einen Master-Abschluss in Urbanen Systemen an. Einer der Schwerpunkte bezieht sich auf Mobilität und Transport in einem sich verändernden

The Linth waste incineration plant has been awarded a special prize by InfraWatt for its CO2 capture and storage project. By 2029, a facility is to be built that captures and stores 120,000 tons of CO2

Researchers at EPFL have used artificial intelligence (AI) to identify new materials for use in solar cells. They found 14 promising

A recent study confirms the enormous potential of solar energy to cover the electricity needs of the Vaud cantonal administration's buildings until 2035. These measures are part of the canton's ambitious climate plan and meet the requirements of the Vaud Energy

Despite a complex geopolitical environment, Vaud's economic development programme achieved strong results in 2023. By promoting 733 business projects and providing targeted support for innovation and sustainability, the canton has shown itself to be resilient and

In the canton of Vaud, investments are being made in innovative waste heat utilization technologies to increase energy efficiency and significantly reduce CO2