The University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) is introducing a four-day course in construction organization starting September 24th. The course targets construction professionals and offers practical exercises and theoretical…
The Department of Construction and Environment of the Canton of Glarus has anchored the settlement and extraction areas of the municipality of Glarus North in the cantonal structure plan. These…
Plants use the sun's energy to produce sugar, which trees can convert into wood. Wood is an environmentally friendly building material that has been used by people for a long…
Energie 360° has put the largest charging park in the canton of Ticino into operation at the Serfontana shopping centre on the A2 near Chiasso. With 18 new fast-charging points…
A new study led by TU Darmstadt shows the limits of AI models such as ChatGPT. Contrary to previous assumptions, these systems do not develop independent or complex thinking skills,…
In view of the acute housing shortage in the city of Zurich, the idea of adding storeys to existing buildings across the board is gaining in importance. A recently submitted…
The largest 3D-printed housing estate in the world is currently being built in Georgetown, Texas. With 100 houses, this innovative project is setting new standards in the construction industry. The…
Empa and Eawag have modernised their research campus in Dübendorf with the completion of three new buildings. The extension, known as "co-operate", provides space for innovative research and strengthens collaboration…
The latest study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE shows that photovoltaic systems with battery storage now produce electricity more cheaply than conventional coal and gas-fired power…
The reforms to basic commercial training have been in force since August 2023 and ensure that young adults remain well trained and in demand on the labour market. The SVIT…
Strabag setzt einen mobilen Brecher von Gipo im Kieswerk Bürglen ein. Er dient zur Wiederverwertung von Abbruchmaterial für Strassenbau und Betonproduktion. Die Recyclingtechnik ist umweltschonend und platzsparend, weil Lagerung und…
In around two months' time, the most important event in the Swiss construction and property industry will take place at the Trafo in Baden. Voting for this year's Real Estate…
Der Investitionsbedarf von energetischen Sanierungen wird im Fall eines reinen Heizungsersatzes von Wertsteigerungen überkompensiert. Auch umfassende energetische Sanierungen können sich wirtschaftlich lohnen. Dies zeigt eine Studie von Wüest Partner.
Leica Geosystems hat verbesserte Ortungsgeräte für unterirdische Versorgungsleitungen vorgestellt. Mit der automatischen Detektion sollen sowohl Mitarbeitende von Bauunternehmen als auch vorhandene Infrastruktur geschützt werden.
Since early 2022, StWZ Energie AG has installed more than 5700 smart meters in Zofingen and Strengelbach. The intelligent meters increase the efficiency of electricity consumption and simplify the billing…
Jerylee Wilkes-Allemann from Bern University of Applied Sciences advocates for giving more attention to urban forests in city planning. These urban forests are central to the future cityscape, contributing to…
Hächler AG Umbau und Renovation carries out important conservation work on the Vindonissa Amphitheater in Windisch every year. Led by Reto Schwitter, the maintenance focuses on repairing joints to protect…
The Umwelt Arena presents two new photovoltaic umbrellas outside its restaurant in Spreitenbach. These umbrellas not only provide shade but also generate electricity, which can be used to charge electronic…
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