Expertise: Climate, energy, environment, migration and human rights. Initials: lj
A journalist from Ticino resident in Bern, I write on scientific and social issues with reports, articles, interviews and analysis. I am interested in environmental, climate change and energy issues, as well as migration, development aid and human rights in general.
Swiss gravity battery contributes to China’s energy transition
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How can excess electricity produced by the sun and wind be prevented from being lost? A gravity battery developed in Switzerland stores renewable energy in heavy blocks of material.
‘Governments need to address the climate crisis, not the courts’
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Legislative bodies in Europe should pay close attention to the historic verdict of the ECHR against Switzerland, says an expert.
Why Switzerland is not the best at recycling waste
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Switzerland has one of the highest municipal waste recycling rates in Europe, at least for aluminum and glass. However, most plastic is burned. A new initiative aims to reverse the trend.
Landmark ruling: Switzerland’s climate policy violates human rights
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The European Court of Human Rights says the Swiss authorities are responsible for not implementing efficient climate change policies and for violating the right to life of a group of elderly women.
Science and diplomacy: two Swiss strengths help anticipate tomorrow’s world
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Scientific anticipation in diplomacy and Switzerland's contribution to solving major global problems were the focus of a SWI-hosted panel discussion.
Effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
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In 2024 we could exceed 1.5°C global warming for the first time. Here are the possible consequences for life on the planet.
‘I hope the voluntary carbon offset market will come to an end’
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It's an illusion that the carbon offset market can help solve the climate crisis, argues Carsten Warnecke, the co-founder of the NewClimate Institute.
‘Artificial tree’ from Switzerland to produce green hydrogen
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The solar reactor developed in Switzerland promises to overcome two of the main problems hindering the development of renewable hydrogen.
Once a hydrogen vehicle pioneer, Switzerland lags in the green fuel race
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Without a government strategy, the Alpine state risks being left out of European plans to capitalise on the development of hydrogen.
White hydrogen – Switzerland joins the scramble for ‘clean oil’
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Will natural hydrogen be the fuel of the future, able to power cars and planes without harming the climate? Here is everything you need to know.
New technology brings relief to people with pollen allergies
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New instruments used and tested in Switzerland improve pollen forecasts. An innovation for the benefit of allergy sufferers, but not only.
A Swiss wine village experiments with solutions to water scarcity
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Salgesch relies on technology to reduce the amount of water it needs for irrigation. This project could inspire other drought-prone regions.
How to prevent conflicts over water in the middle of Europe
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Switzerland wants more water to produce electricity. France and Italy need it for agriculture. How can different needs be reconciled?
What is your country doing to protect you from the impacts of climate change?
The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Switzerland violated its citizens’ fundamental rights by not taking enough climate action. Do you think your right to a healthy environment is being respected?
Price, quality, origin: which factors influence whether you buy imported products?
By importing certain products, consumers in rich countries contribute to deforestation in tropical regions. Is it possible to consume while still respecting the environment? Let us know what you think in the comments below. From the article How consumers in rich countries drive global deforestation
