Coverage of Switzerland’s adaptation to new realities and opportunities posed by melting glaciers and permafrost, as well as what innovation looks like when it comes to reducing CO2 emissions.
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The Alps are melting, but the villagers will not be moved
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Switzerland is racing to rebuild Blatten, which was crushed by a glacier. It’s a sign of the economic and emotional costs of a warming Europe.
The Alps are melting, but the villagers will not be moved
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Switzerland is racing to rebuild Blatten, which was crushed by a glacier. It’s a sign of the economic and emotional costs of a warming Europe.
Averting conflict can become Switzerland’s role in Arctic science diplomacy
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Switzerland is making meaningful contributions to Arctic governance and multilateral dialogue, as the Arctic becomes a geopolitical and environmental epicentre.
Central Asian glaciers resisted climate change. That may be ending.
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The glaciers of the Pamirs in Central Asia were among the few in the world that remained stable – or even grew – as others melted. According to a study, this anomaly may have come to an end.
Swiss science seeks answers to climate change in Antarctic ice
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Researchers in Bern are studying some of the oldest ice samples on the planet. They want to shed light on one of the main mysteries of the Earth’s climate.
Alpine glaciers are melting even on the highest peaks
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Swiss glaciers have lost a quarter of their volume in ten years. Climate change is accelerating their melting even at higher altitudes.
Fibre optics detect the invisible waves that melt Greenland’s ice sheet
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The breaking off of large chunks of ice from glaciers accelerates the melting of the Arctic ice sheet in Greenland. This has been measured for the first time by a research team using fibre optics.
What is the future of glacier tourism in a world with less ice?
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Climate change puts glacier tourism at risk. How can this vital industry be saved for local communities? Here are some adaptation strategies.
Fading fast: the final years of East Africa’s glaciers
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East Africa’s tropical glaciers, from Kilimanjaro to Mount Kenya, are disappearing due to climate change. What does this mean for the continent’s water supply?
Fibre optics on glaciers open new frontiers for natural disaster predictions
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The fibre-optic cables we use to surf the Internet and make phone calls could help us predict a landslide or the collapse of a glacier.
Scientists sound alarm over climate ‘tipping points’ ahead of COP30
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With the widespread, irreversible die-off of tropical coral reefs, the Earth has reached its first climate tipping point. Scientists warn that others may soon follow, from melting ice sheets to rainforest collapse.
Switzerland braces for more heatwaves, droughts and violent storms
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Switzerland is heading for a future that is hotter, drier and more unpredictable, with less snow and heavier rainfall, according to a new climate report.
Switzerland’s climate researchers reveal the emotional side of science
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Climate change not only has visible effects on ecosystems and human activities. It also has an emotional and psychological impact on those who study it.
The effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
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The goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels is out of reach. What are the possible consequences for life on Earth?
Climate experts in Switzerland: 1.5°C target is out of reach
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Ten years after the Paris Agreement, a survey of Swiss climate scientists shows they no longer expect the world to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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Swissinfo asked scientists in Switzerland 22 questions focused around the state of climate research, policy and global warming 10 years after the Paris Agreement. Here are all the results.
Will the sun still shine on renewable energy tomorrow?
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The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change boosted renewable energy in Switzerland and around the world. But solar and wind power are losing momentum in some countries.
Green promises: the two faces of the Swiss cement giant Holcim
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On the very day Holcim is fighting against a climate lawsuit in a court in Zug, the Swiss cement company is promoting its Net Zero plans at a congress just a few kilometres down the road.
Indonesians vs Swiss company Holcim: ‘We want to save our island’
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Inhabitants of Indonesia’s Pulau Pari island accuse Swiss cement giant Holcim of contributing to the climate crisis that threatens their existence.
Silent power guzzlers: Switzerland’s booming data centres
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Data centres are popping up across Switzerland, driven in part by demand for AI. They come at a cost: by 2030, the centres could consume 15% of the country’s electricity.
Risks remain as Switzerland weighs return to nuclear power
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Switzerland reconsiders nuclear power amid climate goals, but experts warn of hidden risks that show the complexities of clean energy today.
The Alps are melting, but the villagers will not be moved
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Switzerland is racing to rebuild Blatten, which was crushed by a glacier. It’s a sign of the economic and emotional costs of a warming Europe.
Scientists sound alarm over climate ‘tipping points’ ahead of COP30
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With the widespread, irreversible die-off of tropical coral reefs, the Earth has reached its first climate tipping point. Scientists warn that others may soon follow, from melting ice sheets to rainforest collapse.
‘Flexibility is key’ in the race to deliver aid after Hurricane Melissa
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The Red Cross’s approach to hurricanes like Melissa focuses on faster action, local partnerships and forecast-based relief.
Switzerland braces for more heatwaves, droughts and violent storms
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Switzerland is heading for a future that is hotter, drier and more unpredictable, with less snow and heavier rainfall, according to a new climate report.
The effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
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The goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels is out of reach. What are the possible consequences for life on Earth?
Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops
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A new report by an industry watchdog adds to growing scientific consensus that as forests are felled to make way for coffee farms, rainfall decreases and crops are more likely to fail.
Climate experts in Switzerland: 1.5°C target is out of reach
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Ten years after the Paris Agreement, a survey of Swiss climate scientists shows they no longer expect the world to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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Swissinfo asked scientists in Switzerland 22 questions focused around the state of climate research, policy and global warming 10 years after the Paris Agreement. Here are all the results.
Will the sun still shine on renewable energy tomorrow?
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The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change boosted renewable energy in Switzerland and around the world. But solar and wind power are losing momentum in some countries.
Sushi rice instead of potatoes? Swiss agriculture adapts to climate change
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In Switzerland farmers are experimenting with new crops that can withstand heat and drought. But the transition has its challenges.
Scientists sound alarm over climate ‘tipping points’ ahead of COP30
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With the widespread, irreversible die-off of tropical coral reefs, the Earth has reached its first climate tipping point. Scientists warn that others may soon follow, from melting ice sheets to rainforest collapse.
‘Flexibility is key’ in the race to deliver aid after Hurricane Melissa
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The Red Cross’s approach to hurricanes like Melissa focuses on faster action, local partnerships and forecast-based relief.
Switzerland braces for more heatwaves, droughts and violent storms
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Switzerland is heading for a future that is hotter, drier and more unpredictable, with less snow and heavier rainfall, according to a new climate report.
Switzerland’s climate researchers reveal the emotional side of science
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Climate change not only has visible effects on ecosystems and human activities. It also has an emotional and psychological impact on those who study it.
The effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
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The goal to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels is out of reach. What are the possible consequences for life on Earth?
Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops
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A new report by an industry watchdog adds to growing scientific consensus that as forests are felled to make way for coffee farms, rainfall decreases and crops are more likely to fail.
Climate experts in Switzerland: 1.5°C target is out of reach
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Ten years after the Paris Agreement, a survey of Swiss climate scientists shows they no longer expect the world to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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Swissinfo asked scientists in Switzerland 22 questions focused around the state of climate research, policy and global warming 10 years after the Paris Agreement. Here are all the results.
Will the sun still shine on renewable energy tomorrow?
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The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change boosted renewable energy in Switzerland and around the world. But solar and wind power are losing momentum in some countries.
Averting conflict can become Switzerland’s role in Arctic science diplomacy
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Switzerland is making meaningful contributions to Arctic governance and multilateral dialogue, as the Arctic becomes a geopolitical and environmental epicentre.
Central Asian glaciers resisted climate change. That may be ending.
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The glaciers of the Pamirs in Central Asia were among the few in the world that remained stable – or even grew – as others melted. According to a study, this anomaly may have come to an end.
Sushi rice instead of potatoes? Swiss agriculture adapts to climate change
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In Switzerland farmers are experimenting with new crops that can withstand heat and drought. But the transition has its challenges.
Frozen clues: how Antarctic ice reveals our climate past
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Researchers in Bern study 1.2-million-year-old Antarctic ice. Discover how ancient air bubbles reveal the secrets of Earth’s climate history.
Swiss science seeks answers to climate change in Antarctic ice
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Researchers in Bern are studying some of the oldest ice samples on the planet. They want to shed light on one of the main mysteries of the Earth’s climate.
Alpine glaciers are melting even on the highest peaks
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Swiss glaciers have lost a quarter of their volume in ten years. Climate change is accelerating their melting even at higher altitudes.
Green promises: the two faces of the Swiss cement giant Holcim
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On the very day Holcim is fighting against a climate lawsuit in a court in Zug, the Swiss cement company is promoting its Net Zero plans at a congress just a few kilometres down the road.
Indonesians vs Swiss company Holcim: ‘We want to save our island’
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Inhabitants of Indonesia’s Pulau Pari island accuse Swiss cement giant Holcim of contributing to the climate crisis that threatens their existence.
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Built by 3,000 workers in the rugged Swiss Alps, the Grande Dixence dam is a towering symbol of Swiss engineering and hydropower innovation.
Switzerland’s Grande Dixence: how Europe’s tallest dam measures up at 75
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Built between 1950 and 1961 by 3,000 workers in gruelling conditions, the Grande Dixence is now 75 years old. Here are seven key facts about the spectacular dam.
Too hot to work? Extreme heat endangers billions of workers
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Billions of workers face heat stress, illness and lost income as global temperatures climb, warns a WHO-WMO joint report.
Is Switzerland’s natural disaster insurance a model for the world?
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The Swiss insurance system against natural hazards also offers cover in high-risk areas. A unique model that could inspire other countries.
Fibre optics detect the invisible waves that melt Greenland’s ice sheet
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The breaking off of large chunks of ice from glaciers accelerates the melting of the Arctic ice sheet in Greenland. This has been measured for the first time by a research team using fibre optics.
Luxury or necessity? Five questions about air conditioning in Switzerland and around the world
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As heatwaves become more intense and frequent, sales of air conditioners are booming. But this has consequences for the climate and electricity consumption.
Silent power guzzlers: Switzerland’s booming data centres
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Data centres are popping up across Switzerland, driven in part by demand for AI. They come at a cost: by 2030, the centres could consume 15% of the country’s electricity.
What is the future of glacier tourism in a world with less ice?
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Climate change puts glacier tourism at risk. How can this vital industry be saved for local communities? Here are some adaptation strategies.
Fading fast: the final years of East Africa’s glaciers
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East Africa’s tropical glaciers, from Kilimanjaro to Mount Kenya, are disappearing due to climate change. What does this mean for the continent’s water supply?
Beyond tariffs: how Switzerland turned trade talks into climate action with Mercosur
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After eight years, EFTA and Mercosur have a deal. But with such agreements facing public scrutiny, negotiators were keen to include protections – including environmental ones.
Risks remain as Switzerland weighs return to nuclear power
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Switzerland reconsiders nuclear power amid climate goals, but experts warn of hidden risks that show the complexities of clean energy today.
Why climate change and wars are reviving interest in nuclear energy
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Is the Fukushima effect over? Here’s why there is renewed interest around the atom and which nations want to build new nuclear power plants.
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Climate change threatens tourism in Switzerland – and is partly caused by it. How can the industry become more sustainable?
New hope for cable cars and mountain huts threatened by permafrost collapse
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A novel scientific solution being developed in Switzerland aims to stabilise mountain infrastructure endangered by climate change.
Permafrost thawing: protecting endangered mountain infrastructure in the Swiss Alps
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Elizaveta Sharaborova, a Swiss-based researcher, explains how her solar-powered prototype can stabilise thawing permafrost threatening Alpine infrastructure.
