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.
More
Five ways Trump’s climate rollback could affect the world
This content was published on
The US has once again retreated from global climate cooperation under President Donald Trump. Here are the key consequences and what they mean for countries like Switzerland.
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?
The Alps are melting, but the villagers will not be moved
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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.
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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?
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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?
Five ways Trump’s climate rollback could affect the world
This content was published on
The US has once again retreated from global climate cooperation under President Donald Trump. Here are the key consequences and what they mean for countries like Switzerland.
Swiss NGO urges Bern to raise its climate ambition as US walks away from accords
This content was published on
Delia Berner from Alliance Sud says Washington’s exit from climate treaties deals a “bitter blow” to climate justice and makes Switzerland’s climate‑finance delays “irresponsible”.
Frequent flying wipes out Zurich residents’ green gains at home
This content was published on
Zurich residents fly over 10,000 km a year on average. Those flights cause more climate pollution per person than all the heating systems, cars, buses and energy used in the city combined.
This content was published on
Despite years of awareness campaigns and a national project to reduce waste, large amounts of edible food go directly from Swiss kitchens to the trash.
Explainer: Swiss court admits Indonesia islanders climate case against Holcim
This content was published on
A Swiss court has decided to admit a legal complaint against Swiss cement maker Holcim which alleges the company is doing too little to cut carbon emissions.
‘Snow Compass’ guides Swiss resorts through declining snowfall
This content was published on
As the Swiss Alps warm, resorts are being pushed to rethink their strategies and those at lower altitudes must look for alternatives to skiing. A new scientific online tool may offer solutions.
‘We cannot rely only on judges to drive the ecological transition’
This content was published on
More people are turning to courts to push states and companies to do more for the climate. What’s been the result? We asked one of the world’s leading experts.
Living within planetary limits: Zurich’s 2,000-watt experiment
This content was published on
Zurich is home to a unique housing cooperative meant to model sustainable living. A decade on, some residents have found changing their habits to be more challenging than expected.
What the US pullback means for Switzerland’s climate priorities
This content was published on
For Switzerland, the absence of the United States has strengthened its stance on climate finance but limited progress toward phasing out fossil fuels.
Four Indonesian islanders take on Swiss cement giant Holcim
This content was published on
A report from Pulau Pari, Indonesia, where four residents have vowed to fight a major Swiss company in one of the world’s most polluting industries.
This content was published on
Climate protection was not decisively strengthened, but the fragile COP30 deal still has certain value, says Swiss public radio, SRF, reporter Christian von Burg.
Explainer: Should some of Switzerland’s wealth be set aside to fight climate change?
This content was published on
On March 8, Swiss voters will decide on an initiative to create a fund to accelerate the development of renewable energy in Switzerland. An explainer.
This content was published on
Rising sea levels and sinking ground threaten the future of the Indonesian megacity, which faces increasingly frequent floods.
How Europe’s carbon border tax will change trade and climate policy
This content was published on
The EU has launched a landmark carbon tax on imports such as steel and cement – an unprecedented policy that is already reshaping climate practices far beyond Europe.
Frequent flying wipes out Zurich residents’ green gains at home
This content was published on
Zurich residents fly over 10,000 km a year on average. Those flights cause more climate pollution per person than all the heating systems, cars, buses and energy used in the city combined.
Swiss Alpine solar farms show promise – and limits
This content was published on
Switzerland is developing large solar farms in the Alps to increase renewable power, especially in winter. But their overall success so far seems mixed. An analysis.
This content was published on
Despite years of awareness campaigns and a national project to reduce waste, large amounts of edible food go directly from Swiss kitchens to the trash.
Explainer: Swiss court admits Indonesia islanders climate case against Holcim
This content was published on
A Swiss court has decided to admit a legal complaint against Swiss cement maker Holcim which alleges the company is doing too little to cut carbon emissions.
‘Snow Compass’ guides Swiss resorts through declining snowfall
This content was published on
As the Swiss Alps warm, resorts are being pushed to rethink their strategies and those at lower altitudes must look for alternatives to skiing. A new scientific online tool may offer solutions.
Unstable slopes and warming peaks: Scientists race to understand Blatten collapse
This content was published on
The collapse of the Birch Glacier that wiped out the Swiss village of Blatten has triggered an unprecedented scientific effort to understand how it happened – and what might come next.
Living within planetary limits: Zurich’s 2,000-watt experiment
This content was published on
Zurich is home to a unique housing cooperative meant to model sustainable living. A decade on, some residents have found changing their habits to be more challenging than expected.
What the US pullback means for Switzerland’s climate priorities
This content was published on
For Switzerland, the absence of the United States has strengthened its stance on climate finance but limited progress toward phasing out fossil fuels.
Swiss NGO urges Bern to raise its climate ambition as US walks away from accords
This content was published on
Delia Berner from Alliance Sud says Washington’s exit from climate treaties deals a “bitter blow” to climate justice and makes Switzerland’s climate‑finance delays “irresponsible”.
Explainer: Should some of Switzerland’s wealth be set aside to fight climate change?
This content was published on
On March 8, Swiss voters will decide on an initiative to create a fund to accelerate the development of renewable energy in Switzerland. An explainer.
This content was published on
Rising sea levels and sinking ground threaten the future of the Indonesian megacity, which faces increasingly frequent floods.
How Europe’s carbon border tax will change trade and climate policy
This content was published on
The EU has launched a landmark carbon tax on imports such as steel and cement – an unprecedented policy that is already reshaping climate practices far beyond Europe.
Frequent flying wipes out Zurich residents’ green gains at home
This content was published on
Zurich residents fly over 10,000 km a year on average. Those flights cause more climate pollution per person than all the heating systems, cars, buses and energy used in the city combined.
Swiss Alpine solar farms show promise – and limits
This content was published on
Switzerland is developing large solar farms in the Alps to increase renewable power, especially in winter. But their overall success so far seems mixed. An analysis.
Smartphones, streaming, AI: digital tech’s outsized climate impact in Switzerland
This content was published on
Everyday devices and online services sap the planet’s natural resources and add to climate change. But there are ways to make digital life greener.
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?
This content was published on
Despite years of awareness campaigns and a national project to reduce waste, large amounts of edible food go directly from Swiss kitchens to the trash.
Explainer: Swiss court admits Indonesia islanders climate case against Holcim
This content was published on
A Swiss court has decided to admit a legal complaint against Swiss cement maker Holcim which alleges the company is doing too little to cut carbon emissions.
Snow Compass: guiding Swiss skiing through warmer winters
This content was published on
To help determine the best path forward, Swiss ski resorts are being assisted by Snow Compass, a forecasting tool created by Swiss scientists that uses data to assess climate impacts.
This content was published on
Experts are trying to better understand how the unprecedented Blatten collapse occurred – and how to better anticipate the next one.
‘Snow Compass’ guides Swiss resorts through declining snowfall
This content was published on
As the Swiss Alps warm, resorts are being pushed to rethink their strategies and those at lower altitudes must look for alternatives to skiing. A new scientific online tool may offer solutions.
Unstable slopes and warming peaks: Scientists race to understand Blatten collapse
This content was published on
The collapse of the Birch Glacier that wiped out the Swiss village of Blatten has triggered an unprecedented scientific effort to understand how it happened – and what might come next.
‘We cannot rely only on judges to drive the ecological transition’
This content was published on
More people are turning to courts to push states and companies to do more for the climate. What’s been the result? We asked one of the world’s leading experts.
Living within planetary limits: Zurich’s 2,000-watt experiment
This content was published on
Zurich is home to a unique housing cooperative meant to model sustainable living. A decade on, some residents have found changing their habits to be more challenging than expected.
What the US pullback means for Switzerland’s climate priorities
This content was published on
For Switzerland, the absence of the United States has strengthened its stance on climate finance but limited progress toward phasing out fossil fuels.
Four Indonesian islanders take on Swiss cement giant Holcim
This content was published on
A report from Pulau Pari, Indonesia, where four residents have vowed to fight a major Swiss company in one of the world’s most polluting industries.
This content was published on
Climate protection was not decisively strengthened, but the fragile COP30 deal still has certain value, says Swiss public radio, SRF, reporter Christian von Burg.
How a global plan to preserve forests launched a carbon offset debate
This content was published on
The journey of a UN-backed scheme to prevent deforestation through carbon offsets exposes the challenges of influencing climate-related practices from afar.
Drug trade and land grabs threaten Amazon communities on climate front lines
This content was published on
Drug trafficking, violence and weak state support overshadow Peru’s Amarakaeri reserve, where Indigenous communities are struggling to protect forests.
Switzerland climbs global climate ranking but progress is slow
This content was published on
Switzerland has climbed seven places in an international climate ranking, but analysts say the country is still failing to cut emissions fast enough at home.
Emission reductions: the countries doing the ‘dirty work’ for Switzerland
This content was published on
Switzerland has pioneered international carbon offsetting under the terms of the Paris Agreement. But the practice has generated fresh concerns and criticism.
We can still solve the climate crisis – here’s how
This content was published on
Greenhouse gas emissions and temperatures continue to rise around the world. But there are solutions, say researchers in Switzerland who took part in Swissinfo’s survey on the state of the climate.
The Alps are melting, but the villagers will not be moved
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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
This content was published on
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.
