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Luigi Jorio

Climate Change reporter

I cover climate change and energy through reportages, articles, interviews and in-depth reports. I am interested in the impacts of global warming on everyday life and solutions for an emission-free planet. Passionate about travel and discovery, I studied biology and other natural sciences. I have been a journalist for SWI swissinfo.ch for more than 20 years.

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Energy transition

Why Switzerland depends heavily on fossil fuels

This content was published on The energy crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East has highlighted the extent to which Switzerland continues to rely on oil and natural gas. An explainer.

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Climate adaptation

Should Switzerland prepare for a severe drought this summer?

This content was published on Fifty years after the “drought of the century”, Switzerland is heading into summer with unusually low water reserves. Drought can have unexpected effects, but simple measures can prevent critical situations.

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Energy transition

Global energy turmoil: how resilient is Switzerland?

This content was published on How resilient is Switzerland in an energy crisis? Discover how long its fuel reserves could last – and the risks posed by disruptions in key routes like the Strait of Hormuz.

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Where Switzerland gets its oil and gas

This content was published on Switzerland imports its oil and gas. Discover where its energy comes from, key suppliers like the US and Norway, and how the system works.

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Emissions reduction

Swiss organisation wins award for tracking data centre pollution

This content was published on The Swiss Datacenter Efficiency Association has received international recognition for a computer that measures, for the first time, the environmental and climate impact of a data centre.

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Glaciers & permafrost

Glaciers of the world, local melting and global impacts

This content was published on From the Alps to the polar regions, glaciers around the world are retreating at an ever-increasing rate. What are the consequences for populations and ecosystems?

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How are you dealing with the rising cost of fossil fuels?

The energy crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East has sent oil and gas prices soaring. What are the impacts of the energy crisis in your country and how are you reacting to the rise in petrol and diesel prices?

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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?

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Water is becoming scarcer in many places, even in Switzerland. What’s the situation where you live?

Water is becoming scarcer in many parts of the world. What are you doing to save water?

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What role should Switzerland play in the climate crisis?

To some groups, Switzerland is too small to make a big difference in addressing the climate crisis. For others, the country is too rich to do nothing.

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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

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