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Loss of biodiversity in Switzerland slows but still worrying

The state of biodiversity in Switzerland remains low and unsatisfactory

This content was published on Jan 15, 2026 Biodiversity loss in Switzerland has slowed but remains troubling according to a new study.

Ice from Swiss glaciers is safely stored in Antarctica

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Scientists store Swiss glacier ice cores in Antarctic archive

This content was published on Jan 14, 2026 The Ice Memory Foundation opened the facility on Wednesday, securing the first ice cores from the Alps in the continent’s perpetual frost.

The Madrisa Solar farm near Klosters in southeastern Switzerland, August 2025,

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Swiss Alpine solar farms show promise – and limits

This content was published on Jan 12, 2026 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.

Swiss trees grow less despite early spring

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Swiss trees stunted by climate change

This content was published on Jan 7, 2026 Climate change is slowing down the growth of important tree species in Switzerland.

A lot of food goes to waste in Swiss households.

Climate adaptation

Why the Swiss waste more food than they think

This content was published on Dec 23, 2025 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.

Emissions reduction

Explainer: Swiss court admits Indonesia islanders climate case against Holcim

This content was published on Dec 22, 2025 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.

Swiss court agrees to hear a landmark climate lawsuit against Holcim, as Indonesian islanders seek compensation, CO2 emission cuts and climate adaptation measures.

Climate adaptation

In win for Indonesia islanders, Swiss court upholds climate action against Holcim

This content was published on Dec 22, 2025 The Zug Cantonal Court has ruled in favour of a climate lawsuit against Holcim, marking a legal first in Switzerland. The case, brought by residents of an Indonesian island, targets the Swiss cement giant over climate change impacts. Plaintiffs are seeking financial compensation, deep cuts to Holcim’s CO2 emissions, and the company’s participation in climate adaptation measures.

2025 is the fourth warmest year in Switzerland since measurements began

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Switzerland records fourth warmest year on record

This content was published on Dec 19, 2025 The year 2025 will be the fourth warmest on record in Switzerland since measurements began in 1864.

Climate adaptation

Snow Compass: guiding Swiss skiing through warmer winters

This content was published on Dec 17, 2025 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.

View of the Rhone Glacier, near Goms, in Switzerland. Parts of the glacier are covered by sheets to protect them from melting.

Glaciers & permafrost

Study: at least half of world’s glaciers to disappear by 2100

This content was published on Dec 15, 2025 Up to 4,000 glaciers a year could disappear as a result of climate change, warn Swiss researchers in a new study published on Monday.

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