Switzerland calls for ambitious climate targets at COP30
This content was published on
Despite the current difficult geopolitical environment, Switzerland is optimistic about the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference.
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?
This content was published on
Switzerland has invested millions to reduce its dependence on American tech giants. But for many, true sovereignty in artificial intelligence (AI) remains out of reach.
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 more exposed to climate change than expected
This content was published on
The climate in Switzerland is becoming hotter, drier and more unpredictable. These are the findings of new Swiss climate scenarios. Temperatures in Switzerland could rise even more than predicted.
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.
This content was published on
The Swiss city of Zurich is implementing a net-zero neighbourhood in the Binz and Alt-Wiedikon area where residents and businesses can test new climate-friendly approaches.
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.
The effects of 1.5°C global warming in Switzerland and beyond
This content was published on
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?
Major new initiative aims to bring AI to cancer treatment in Switzerland
This content was published on
Despite the buzz around AI in medicine, cancer patients in Switzerland rarely encounter it. A national project aims to change this.
