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How AI data centres risk straining Switzerland’s water resources

This content was published on May 16, 2026 Switzerland’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is consuming ever‑greater amounts of water, driven by AI and the push for digital sovereignty.

Climate adaptation

Climate fatalism and disengagement in Switzerland are on the rise

This content was published on May 12, 2026 Despite being one of the world’s fastest-warming countries, Switzerland stands out for its public’s relatively low appetite for climate action.

Swiss glaciers start the summer poorly protected

Glaciers & permafrost

Swiss glaciers face significant snow deficit

This content was published on May 8, 2026 Swiss glaciers received little snow this winter, with sizeable deficits in the Upper Valais, Ticino and Graubünden regions – a shortfall that could accelerate glacier melt this summer.

Cassis urges OSCE to adopt a common approach to new technologies

Swiss AI

OSCE urged to adopt common approach to new technologies

This content was published on May 7, 2026 Swiss foreign minister calls on member states to anticipate technological developments.

Swiss media adopt a code of conduct on AI

Swiss AI

Swiss media adopts AI code of conduct

This content was published on May 7, 2026 Swiss media industry adopting code of conduct for the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

skiers using a ski lift on a strip of snow on green fields.

Climate adaptation

Five numbers show how the climate is changing in Switzerland

This content was published on May 7, 2026 Switzerland ranks among the countries most affected by climate change. We break down the impacts using five key figures.

Energy transition

Switzerland’s fossil fuel dependence explained

This series explains why Switzerland remains heavily dependent on fossil fuels despite its climate goals.

Energy transition

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.

Global trade

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

Climate solutions

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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