Energie Ausserschwyz has presented an expansion plan for district heating. Specifically, the networks in the districts of March and Höfe are to be densified. The company has invested 15 million francs for this

Researchers at the Bern University of Applied Sciences have developed proposals for the transformation of the soon-to-be-vacated hospital site in the Beaumont district of Biel. With these proposals, they aim to demonstrate the architectural, urban planning, and socio-cultural opportunities that

BKW AG reports total revenue of just under CHF 4.6 billion and a net profit of CHF 432 million for the 2023 financial year. The Bern-based energy supplier has thus achieved the second-best result in its history. The energy business in particular contributed to

The city of Lausanne is handing over its cable network in ten neighbouring municipalities to Sunrise. Switzerland's largest private telecommunications company wants to modernise this digital infrastructure in the Lake Geneva region and make it

Fundamenta Real Estate reported a significantly lower net profit of 8.3 million francs in 2023 compared to the previous year. The background to this is impairments in the portfolio. Without these, net profit increased by 2.3 percent to 20.3 million

In the course of a pioneering co-creation workshop, representatives of the city of Aarau and various companies and organisations took the first steps towards transforming Aarau into a leading cleantech location. This workshop, which took place on 18 March 2024, aimed to explore innovative and

The digitalisation of the Swiss real estate industry, in particular the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), is at the centre of current discussions. However, the latest "Digital Real Estate" study shows that the full potential of digital innovations has yet to be utilised, leading to a

In a strategic reorganisation of the management levels, Helvetica Property Investors AG (Helvetica) is making an early change to its top management. Peter E. Bodmer will take over as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Marc Giraudon will be the sole CEO from 2 April

In 2023, be-advanced AG recorded successes in its three programmes for SMEs, start-ups and company founders. A total of 421 companies were supported. In addition, be-advanced was involved in 90 events and wrote 23 inspirational or knowledge

Die Nutzung von Abwärme unter 100 Grad Celsius galt bisher als ineffizient. Doch dank Nanotechnik und Verwendung von Salzlösungen könnte sich dies bald ändern. Ein Forschungsteam der TU Darmstadt beschreibt die vielversprechenden Möglichkeiten, Abwärme von Fassadenverkleidungen in

The four-year report 2023 on spatial planning in Neuchâtel shows significant developments in the canton's spatial development from 2019 to 2022. Characterised by moderate population growth and an increase in employment, the report documents important steps towards more sustainable mobility, more

The listed property company Ina Invest Holding Ltd. will merge with its subsidiary Ina Invest Ltd. The Annual General Meeting will vote on the Board of Directors' proposal on 3 April 2024. The merger is intended to simplify the corporate structure, increase efficiency and reduce costs. Ina Invest's

Im Jahr 2023 erreichten die wettbewerblichen Ausschreibungen zur Förderung von Stromsparprojekten in der Schweiz einen neuen Höhepunkt. Eine historisch hohe Anzahl von Projektanträgen im Bereich der Industrie, Dienstleistungen und privaten Haushalte wurde eingereicht und genehmigt, unterstützt

The Canton of Zurich is introducing a fully digital building permit procedure, which will come into force on 1 April 2024. This innovation enables building applications to be submitted and processed via the online platform "eBaugesucheZH", which will establish a more efficient, paperless

Following intensive revision, Isen AG, in close consultation with the canton of Uri and the municipalities of Seedorf and Isenthal, presents the latest developments for the revitalisation of the site of the former Cheddite explosives factory. The updated concept, which includes improvements in

Oiken and Studer Innotec are developing a project to improve the control and use of photovoltaic systems and battery storage in private homes and neighbourhoods for the entire electricity grid. The Ark Foundation is providing financial

Romande Energie investiert in das auf Grundstücks- und Immobilienakquise spezialisierte Start-up Popety.io. Dieses bietet eine grosse Datenbank für Immobilien an. Die Datenverarbeitung soll verstärkt

Die bevorstehende Eröffnung des Innovationslabors Grüze im Frühjahr 2024 markiert in Winterthur einen Wendepunkt im nachhaltigen Bauen. Dieses Projekt, eine Zusammenarbeit der Stadt Winterthur, ZHAW und Holcim, verfolgt einen innovativen Ansatz durch die Wiederverwendung von Bauteilen und den

Der Quantenphysiker Mickael Perrin steht an der Spitze einer bahnbrechenden Forschung, die darauf abzielt, Abwärme von elektronischen Geräten mittels Graphenbändern in Strom umzuwandeln und so neue Massstäbe in der Energieeffizienz zu

The Ecocycle technology of the building materials group Holcim has been recognised by McKinsey & Company and the World Economic Forum as a beacon of the circular economy. Holcim uses this technology to recycle millions of tonnes of construction waste into new cement and

In a joint initiative by Zulg Immobilien AG and Stockhorn Immo GmbH, a study contract for the development of Stockhornstrasse was carried out in close cooperation with the municipality of Steffisburg. The winning project will pave the way for the future design of this key

The long-term consequences of the global pandemic have shaped a new era characterised by economic, social and political changes. Property professionals are faced with the challenge of strategically positioning themselves in this changed

ABB will die Energiewende durch die Entwicklung von Lösungen für die Stromverteilung unterstützen. Die Europäische Investitionsbank unterstützt die Innovations- und Forschungstätigkeit der Zürcher Technologiefirma mit einem Darlehen über 500 Millionen

The expansion of the Birstal heating network is progressing. Among other things, this will utilise waste heat from uptownBasel. The first wood-fired boilers are currently being installed under the responsibility of Primeo

Bälliz, a picturesque island between the Inner and Outer Aare rivers in the centre of Thun, is about to undergo a major redevelopment. Four historically valuable properties are at the centre of the

To further expand its flourishing medical technology division, Hamilton Bonaduz AG is realising its expansion plans on a former sawmill site in Domat/Ems. A new production and logistics building, which bears the name "Hamilton 2.0", is taking

The Comadur site in Thun was once the location of a renowned watch factory. It is characterised by its historical charm, its strategic location and its great potential for mixed use. The attractive location at the entrance to the city centre offers many opportunities for Thun's

The ongoing development of the Thun railway station district calls for spatial and operational optimisation in order to improve mobility and quality of life. A participatory charrette process has provided key insights that now serve as the basis for the upcoming step-by-step implementation. While

For over a decade, Mayor Raphael Lanz has steered the fortunes of Thun and shaped the development of this idyllic Swiss town. In this interview, he reflects on the highs and lows of his time in office, the economic drivers and his vision for the future of Thun. Lanz openly discusses successes,

Property developer Andermatt Swiss Alps has secured a syndicated loan of CHF 125 million. It will be used to refinance existing debt financing, finance operations and further investments in the development of the Andermatt UR