From now until 15 September 2024, those interested in the industry and the general public can cast their votes for the Real Estate Award 2024. This year, twelve outstanding companies and projects are up for election, divided into four categories: Digital, Sustainability, Project

From autumn 2025, Fernwärme Wetzikon AG will purchase heat from the KEZO waste incineration plant in Hinwil. Two contracts regulate the heat supply for the next 50

The Halter subsidiary Integral design-build has completed the Halter Group's new offices in Bern. The remodelling took around six months. The number of Halter workstations was increased from 40 to

Energie Kreuzlingen, KVA Thurgau and Stadtwerke Konstanz are pressing ahead with the planning of a cross-border heating network. The partners want to draw up a preliminary project as a basis for the decision on

Punkt Rufer is creating a program for the Bern Civil Engineering Office to strengthen the circular economy in construction projects and existing infrastructure. The focus is on knowledge transfer, innovation and pilot

Sustainability and quality of life are not mutually exclusive. A recent study by Empa shows that an ecologically and socially just life is possible for over ten billion people. However, a fundamental change in our systems is

In autumn 2026, the sustainable Greencity district in Zurich South will be completed with the development on construction site B6. This innovative project, developed by Losinger Marazzi AG, comprises 179 age-appropriate flats and represents a significant step forward in urban housing

The Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) has finalised the construction contracts. The new building, which costs CHF 580 million, generates a high level of local added value. 97 per cent of the companies come from Switzerland, mostly from the cantons of Aargau and

The Board of Directors of Greater Zurich Area AG has appointed Lukas Huber as the new Managing Director. The relocation expert follows in the footsteps of Sonja Wollkopf Walt. Huber joined the location marketing organisation as an analyst in

Known as the home of numerous international organisations and a centre for global cooperation, Geneva has confirmed its status as a leading city for global dialogue and development. With an impressive infrastructure and a highly developed research and development scene, the city continually

The construction and property industry is facing profound changes. Gianluca Genova, Board Member of BdCH / bSCH and Managing Director of MetaXD AG, talks about the founding of the "Digital Next Gen" Expert Group and the goals of this

The Science Based Targets Initiative has validated Sika's emission reduction targets. Sika plans to reduce emissions by 30.4% by 2032 and by 90% by 2050. Simultaneously, the company continues to promote sustainable solutions and

The ZHAW has developed carbon concrete panels that are being used in building construction for the first time. This innovation enables considerable CO2 and material savings and offers a flexible, reusable component system.

Thanks to findings from research and development as well as many years of experience in timber construction, the fire protection authorities have been able to remove many restrictions for timber constructions. Nowadays, fire protection regulations deal with timber as a building material without any

Hybrid construction methods, in which different materials such as wood, concrete and steel are combined, are becoming increasingly important in modern architecture and civil engineering. These innovative construction methods not only fulfil today's requirements for sustainability and energy

The construction and property company Implenia AG has further improved its sustainability rating from EcoVadis and has maintained its Gold status. EcoVadis evaluates companies worldwide according to the aspects of environment, labour & human rights, ethics and sustainable

Im September 2023 wurde der Baustart für den Neubau des kantonalen Verwaltungsgebäudes am Seetalplatz in Emmen (LU) gefeiert. Die Nachhaltigkeit und das Wohlbefinden der Mitarbeitenden, Besucherinnen und Besucher sowie Bewohnerinnen und Bewohner Standen für den Kanton Luzern und Losinger Marazzi

The Urban Land Institute (ULI) and BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management (REIM) have presented a groundbreaking discussion paper that sheds light on how cities can strengthen their resilience through innovative approaches to urban planning. "Urban Transformation versus Urban Resilience"

In an interview, Katrin Gügler, Director of Spatial Planning for the City of Zurich, provides a comprehensive insight into her diverse tasks. Together with her interdisciplinary team, she works on Zurich's development with the aim of maintaining a high quality of life despite urban growth and

In the Greencity district, south of Zurich's city centre, the Vergé construction project defines the standard for future-oriented, sustainable living. With the aim of completion by mid-2026, this project combines progressive concepts for age-appropriate living with strict sustainability criteria,

Immatica AG has received the building permit for a modern commercial building in Kaltenbach, equipped with advanced photovoltaic and storage technology to maximize energy efficiency and reduce CO2

Oxara has received significant investments from buildify.earth and Samih Sawiris in their pre-Series A financing round to advance their innovations in cement-free

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

Sika has opened a new hub for synthetic macro plastic fibers in Lima, Peru, to meet the growing demand in Latin America. This strategic expansion strengthens Sika's market position and supports the sustainable construction industry in the

The newly founded investment company buildify.earth, initiated by Switzerland Innovation Park Central in collaboration with private investors and Zuger Kantonalbank, focuses on promoting start-ups that specialise in the circular economy and CO2 reduction in the construction

The city of Zurich is planning to set an example of climate sustainability with the "Net Zero Pilot Neighbourhood" project in the Binz/Alt-Wiedikon area. With a budget of CHF 7.7 million, a neighbourhood is to be created over the next six years that will actively develop and test new climate

Small CO2 footprint, lowest grey energy value of all Swiss cements and 100% Swiss Made - the JURA ECO3 with local, calcined clay also sets a visual example for sustainable building thanks to its warm earthy colour.

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

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