The circular economy often starts quietly
Many companies have long been operating in a circular way without realising it. In their new publication, authors André Podleisek and Nicolas Hofer show how everyday practices contribute to the…
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Switzerland launches pipe recycling at national level
With the "Swiss Plastic Pipe Recycling" project, VSPR and VKR, together with leading partners, are launching a nationwide system for taking back and recycling plastic pipes. The aim is to…
Associations launch national pipe recycling project
The Association of Swiss Plastic Recyclers and the Association of Plastic Pipes and Pipe Components have launched the Swiss Plastic Pipe Recycling project. The aim is to recycle plastic pipes…
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New plant in Dübendorf produces renewable methane
The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) has put the move-MEGA methanisation plant into operation. This is intended to improve the power-to-gas process by means of sorption-enhanced…
New filter well secures water supply in Trubschachen
Strabag has installed a filter well in Trubschachen. The well was installed at a depth of 25 metres using a hydraulic cable excavator and will secure the region's drinking water…
Switzerland is one of the laggards in wind and solar power
Switzerland ranks at the bottom of Europe in terms of electricity production from wind and solar power. according to a study by the Swiss Energy Foundation, 11 per cent of…
New brochures promote the use of Bernese wood
Lignum Holzwirtschaft Bern has published a series of brochures under the name "Forest and Wood Compass". The practical documents are intended to support authorities and administrations in the sustainable use…
Dietikon tackles construction of the stream adventure trail in Grunschen
The town of Dietikon plans to start construction work on the stream adventure trail in Grunschen Park on 7 July. The natural Kneipp facility should be completed by late summer.…
New recommendations for better protection of high-quality floors
The Durabilitas Foundation for Sustainable Development has worked with partners to develop recommendations on how soils can be better taken into account in spatial planning. Applications in other countries and…
Schlieren station shines in new splendor
After around a year of construction, the new meeting zone at Schlieren railroad station has been completed. With more green spaces, street cafés and a modern design concept, the public…
Digital tool for site development
With a digital guide, the IRAP and IPM institutes of the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland and the company GEOINFO Applications AG are developing a platform that can…
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The municipality of Glarus Nord is setting new standards in residential development with a participatory planning process along Ziegelbrückstrasse. By involving the owners at an early stage, a framework plan…
Smart City Aarau networked, user-centered and environmentally friendly
With a revised strategy, the city of Aarau wants to meet the urban challenges of our time in a smart way. Networking, user focus and resource conservation are at the…
World record solar fence realized in Basel
The world's longest solar fence with a length of over one kilometer is being built along the Reinach - Münchenstein streetcar line. The lighthouse project combines renewable energy generation with…
Federal government waives new financial incentives for building refurbishment
A postulate report sees no need to create further financial incentives for building renovation. Instead, the focus should be on advice and information. According to the report, there is also…
Pioneering project: Greenhouse solar system utilises light twice
Eine auf Filtertechnologie basierte Solaranlage von Voltiris ist auf einem Gewächshaus der Meier Gemüse AG installiert worden. Die rund ein Hektar grosse Anlage ermöglicht die Stromerzeugung ohne Einbussen beim landwirtschaftlichen…
Construction of a solar plant at 2000 metres
EKZ, Repower and the municipality of Klosters officially started construction work on the Madrisa Solar power plant on 4 June. Located at an altitude of around 2000 metres, it will…
Building culture in focus, NRP 81 begins
The National Research Program "Baukultur" (NRP 81) was officially launched with an inspiring kick-off meeting in Thun. The participating research teams and practice partners have clearly positioned themselves as a…