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  • Basel area funding to continue until 2030

    Basel area funding to continue until 2030

    The Basel-Stadt energy package has proven to be an effective instrument for supporting energy-efficient renovations and the expansion of renewable energies. The current spending authorisation expires at the end of 2025. The cantonal government is therefore applying to the cantonal parliament for an extension of the programme for the years 2026 to 2030 with a funding volume of CHF 51.25 million.

    The future design of the funding measures is based on the 2022 energy planning report and includes new incentives in addition to the continuation of proven programmes. These include energy-related operational optimisation for residential buildings, subsidies for the 1:1 replacement of old heating systems, the regeneration of geothermal probes, bonuses for combined roof and façade renovations with photovoltaics and the promotion of charging infrastructure in multi-party buildings. Municipalities are also to be supported with certification as energy cities.

    Positive impetus for the economy and climate protection
    The energy package has seen high demand in recent years, particularly after the record year of 2022. The support measures provide economic impetus, from which small and medium-sized enterprises in particular benefit.

    An intercantonal comparison shows that the Basel-Stadt energy package has an above-average impact and makes a significant contribution to cantonal energy and climate policy. The cantonal government will report to the cantonal parliament on the utilisation of the funds and the CO₂ impact of the programme halfway through its term.

    With the planned extension, the Basel-Landschaft energy package remains a key instrument for climate protection and sustainable development in the canton of Basel-Landschaft.

  • Shareholder communities of GZO AG Spital Wetzikon support reorganisation options

    Shareholder communities of GZO AG Spital Wetzikon support reorganisation options

    The development of reorganisation options for GZO AG Spital Wetzikon is progressing. The shareholder communities continue to support the hospital operations and are prepared to consider financial participation in a reorganisation. They have shown the hospital’s managers what conditions are necessary for such a measure to be considered by the shareholder communities.

    Stable care despite debt restructuring deferral
    Wetzikon Hospital has been in debt restructuring deferral since the beginning of May. As those responsible at GZO AG assure the shareholder communities, hospital operations are running well despite the challenging conditions. Comprehensive emergency and healthcare provision continues to be guaranteed.

    Conditions for financial participation
    The Board of Directors and management of GZO AG have a duty to develop viable solutions for reorganisation. Based on current knowledge, the shareholder communities assume that they will be expected to make a financial contribution to the reorganisation. They have explained to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board of GZO AG which requirements and documents must be met for such a financial contribution. A central point is the existence of an economically viable concept for the Wetzikon hospital of the future. Those responsible for the hospital are currently working intensively on the relevant foundations, although this will take some time due to the complex situation (ongoing hospital operations, new building, etc.).

    Suspension of the appeal to the cantonal government
    GZO AG immediately lodged an appeal with the administrative court against the decision of the cantonal government not to grant financial support to Wetzikon Hospital. Following an in-depth analysis of the situation and careful consideration, the GZO Board of Directors and the mandated experts from the shareholder communities agreed to seek a suspension of the appeal. The shareholder communities have informed the Health Directorate in writing that they support the request for suspension in the interests of the case.

    Future of Wetzikon Hospital
    The shareholder communities have made it clear that they will consider making a financial contribution to the reorganisation of the hospital as soon as a viable economic concept is available. This demonstrates their commitment and support for Wetzikon Hospital in order to ensure continued stable and comprehensive healthcare provision.

  • Dutch central bank builds with new strength

    Dutch central bank builds with new strength

    The Dutch Central Bank uses CO2-neutral concrete in the renovation of its Amsterdam headquarters. This is made possible thanks to a collaboration between the Dutch New Horizon Urban Mining BV and the Swiss start-up neustark , according to a LinkedIn announcement .

    New Horizon’s technology makes it possible to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete by 75 percent, they say. For this, cement is obtained from concrete recycling material. The remaining footprint is offset by neustark. The start-up has developed a technology with which CO2 from the atmosphere can be permanently stored in recycled concrete. For this purpose, liquid CO2 is introduced into demolition material.

    Neustark is a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich ( ETH ) based in Bern. The company works with Holcim , among others, to drive innovation and sustainability in the construction sector. As part of the collaboration, neustark is investigating the CO2 conversion potential of Holcim’s recycled demolition concrete. Holcim, in turn, optimizes the concrete produced by neustark.

  • OST wants to trigger a wave of renovations

    OST wants to trigger a wave of renovations

    A so-called flagship initiative by Innosuisse wants to drastically increase the quota for the energy modernization of buildings. The Institute for Solar Technology of the OST – Ostschweizer Fachhochschule is leading this project called Renowave from 2022 to 2025 together with the University of Geneva . In a media release , the OST talks about wanting to trigger a renovation wave for energy-efficient renovations with a total of 16 research and 46 implementation partners as well as with the authorities. Around 7.5 million francs are earmarked for financing this project.

    The background to this is that the energetic refurbishment of buildings is a central pillar of the national climate strategy. However, because only 1 percent of the old stock is currently being modernized each year, the energy transition would only be achievable in 2120 instead of 2050 as planned, the OST calculates.

    Until now, individual disciplines have carried out relatively small and independent studies on the subject of building modernization, according to Renowave general manager Igor Bosshard. "When this project is completed in 2025, authorities, industry and research should be able to apply and implement the results of the project, such as new technologies, financing models or adjustments to building regulations, in a targeted manner and in the knowledge of the needs of everyone involved, from the client to the tenant."

    The 62 partner organizations of Renowave include cantons, cities and the Federal Office for Housing as well as the trade association swisscleantech , construction service provider Implenia , Raiffeisen Switzerland , PostFinance and the Swiss Tenants ' Association .

  • Yes I do. Renovation for the future.

    Yes I do. Renovation for the future.

    • The single-family house from the sixties …
    • … is hardly recognizable after the gradual renovation.
    • The covered main entrance with carport.

    Flumroc AG has been committed to energy-efficient and professionally implemented modernizations for years and supports the federal government’s energy strategy with various commitments.

    With your new information campaign “Yes, I do. Renovation for the future. ” draws your attention to the need for renovations and offers building owners, interested parties and experts an online information platform. Potential builders often shy away from the expense of an energetic renovation. Flumroc shows that with the right support and approach and precise planning, nothing stands in the way of successful implementation.

    Stock analysis
    The free eVALO analysis tool provides initial guidance as to which renovation measures make sense. With a few clicks you can simulate your renovation and receive initial information on the energetic state of your property. It also provides you with initial clues about investments and financing.

    In a next step, it is advisable to have a so-called GEAK (building energy certificate of the cantons) issued by a specialist. This evaluates the quality of the building envelope and the energy efficiency of the building technology.

    An inventory analysis of your property can also be carried out by other specialists, such as an energy advisor. The planning and implementation of comprehensive renovation measures is complex and should therefore be carried out by a planner with the appropriate professional competence.

    In the right order to the goal
    Decisive for a successful renovation are the coordinated renovation measures in the right order and the choice of the right material.

    At the beginning of every renovation there is the insulation of the building envelope.

    Energy-efficient windows can be installed to match the insulation. This is followed by the application of modern building technology. The residents benefit in many ways from a well-planned and holistically implemented renovation. You save costs in the long term and at the same time enjoy the most modern living comfort. In addition, renovations are in most cases more resource-efficient than demolitions.

    Rely on the right materials in the long term
    The awareness of the choice of the right materials is also very important. At this point you can make a significant contribution to sustainability and ecology. In addition, important aspects such as heat, noise and fire protection can be included in the decision-making process. Properties that distinguish Flumroc stone wool.

    A very well insulated house needs less heating energy in winter and less cooling capacity in summer. The easy-to-process material provides excellent soundproofing and, with a melting point of over 1000 ° C, also provides excellent fire protection. In addition, Flumroc’s products meet the highest ecological standards with regard to the extraction of the raw material, transport, industrial processing, use on the building and recycling during dismantling. Because Flumroc stone wool is 100% recyclable!

    With the FUTURO generation, Flumroc also offers insulation products with natural binders. The residents of the renovated buildings can enjoy a pleasant room climate all year round and benefit from an extremely high level of living comfort.

    More information on this at: www.flumroc.ch/jaichwill

  • The federal government supports renovations in non-profit housing construction

    The federal government supports renovations in non-profit housing construction

    The non-profit housing developers in Switzerland have a portfolio of almost 170,000 apartments, the Federal Council informed in a message . Many of these apartments, which are mainly located in cities and agglomerations, are more than 30 years old and no longer meet today's energy requirements. A special federal program is intended to motivate non-profit housing developers to renovate their buildings sustainably.

    The program drawn up by the Federal Council provides for loans of up to CHF 50,000 per apartment to be renovated. With a term of 25 years, no interest is charged for the first ten years. The prerequisite is that the renovation work improves the condition of the building envelope to level B of the building energy certificate of the cantons ( GEAK ) or meets the Minergie standard.

    A similar program for rural areas is being launched by the Foundation for the Promotion of Home Ownership ( SFWE ), the Federal Council informs in the announcement. Here you can apply for CHF 90,000 per apartment for a maximum of three apartments. Applications for both programs can be submitted to the umbrella organizations for non-profit housing construction or the SFWE by mid-October 2023.