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Where Switzerland gets its oil and gas

This content was published on May 5, 2026 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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Why Switzerland’s fuel stockpiles are for Swiss use only

This content was published on May 4, 2026 In the event of fuel and heating oil shortages, Switzerland can draw on compulsory stockpiles. It does not have to share these with other countries.

According to ETH study, wind energy can also be environmentally friendly

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Beauty spots can survive wind energy expansion: Swiss research

This content was published on May 4, 2026 European landscapes do not need to fall victim to wind energy expansion.

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Colombia summit marks ‘historic’ step toward phase-out of fossil fuels

This content was published on May 1, 2026 Representatives from nearly 60 countries met in Colombia to discuss a global shift away from fossil fuels, a move Switzerland’s environment ambassador described as a positive step forward.

Solar panel prices fell by almost 70% from early 2022 to the end of 2025, driven by massive overcapacity in China.

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Fossil fuel shock revives clean power as security priority

This content was published on May 1, 2026 The war in the Middle East is exposing the price of energy dependence. As fossil fuel shocks ripple through markets, clean energy is being reframed as a security necessity.

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Switzerland praises first conference on phase-out of fossil fuels

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Switzerland recommits to Paris climate goals at first fossil fuels phase-out conference.

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How the war in Iran is affecting Swiss consumers

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Two months of war in Iran have sent shockwaves through global energy markets and economies. Switzerland has so far escaped the worst – but the fallout is starting to be felt.

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Swiss oil traders anticipate high prices and strong profits

This content was published on Apr 24, 2026 The Iran war and subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are driving up energy prices.

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‘The transition away from fossil fuels is a prerequisite for global peace’

This content was published on Apr 13, 2026 We discuss the first international summit dedicated to phasing out the production of coal, oil and gas with the executive director of the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative.

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Switzerland’s fossil fuel dependence explained

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Where Switzerland gets its oil and gas

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Why Switzerland’s fuel stockpiles are for Swiss use only

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Beauty spots can survive wind energy expansion: Swiss research

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Colombia summit marks ‘historic’ step toward phase-out of fossil fuels

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Fossil fuel shock revives clean power as security priority

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Switzerland praises first conference on phase-out of fossil fuels

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How the war in Iran is affecting Swiss consumers

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Swiss oil traders anticipate high prices and strong profits

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‘The transition away from fossil fuels is a prerequisite for global peace’

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