04:00 PM·environment
La Chaux-de-Fonds Launches Europe's Highest Urban Edible Forest
Swiss town unveils innovative environmental project with 900 plants planned for 3,300 square meter area by 2032
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Switzerland's Renewable Energy Future Under Scrutiny
Despite global progress in renewable energy adoption, Switzerland faces challenges in maintaining momentum for solar and wind power development amid changing economic conditions.
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12:00 PM·environment
Alpine Snow Depth Declining at Alarming Rate
Swiss research reveals mountain snow depth decreasing by up to 8cm per decade over past 60 years
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12:00 PM·environment
Nestlé Withdraws from Global Methane Reduction Alliance
Swiss food giant Nestlé exits international dairy industry methane reduction initiative two years after helping establish it, while maintaining separate environmental commitments.
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08:00 AM·science
Switzerland Launches Highest European Radioactivity Monitoring Station
New monitoring station on Jungfraujoch at 3,400 meters will provide early detection of radioactive clouds entering Swiss airspace.
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04:00 PM·science
New Radioactivity Monitoring Station Opens on Jungfraujoch
Switzerland enhances early warning capabilities with Europe's highest radioactivity measuring station on Jungfraujoch, inaugurated by Interior Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider.
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12:00 PM·conservation
Endangered Lion Cub Birth Marks Conservation Milestone at Walter Zoo
Swiss zoo celebrates birth of rare North African lion cub, highlighting critical role in European Conservation Breeding Programme for endangered species preservation.
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08:00 AM·environment
Zurich Bans Petrol-Powered Leaf Blowers
Zurich voters approve environmental measure restricting leaf blowers to electric models only, with seasonal limitations from October to December.
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08:00 AM·environment
Environmental Alert: 135 Pesticides Found in Swiss Waterways
New national study reveals concerning levels of pesticide contamination in Swiss rivers, with 23 substances exceeding safety thresholds for aquatic life.
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12:00 PM·environment
Toxic Cocktail: 135 Pesticides Found in Swiss Rivers
National study reveals 23 pesticides at hazardous levels in waterways, exceeding safety limits by up to 100 times and threatening aquatic ecosystems
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12:00 PM·environment
Wolf Attack Sparks Debate Over Swiss Wildlife Management
Recent llama killings in Bern canton intensify discussions on wolf population control and livestock protection measures
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08:00 AM·climate
Swiss Glaciers Face Record Retreat as Climate Research Intensifies
Swiss glaciers lost 3% volume in 2025 amid concerning climate trends, while researchers at University of Bern study million-year-old ice samples for climate insights
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12:00 PM·environment
Switzerland reduces environmental footprint but challenges remain
EEA report shows one-third reduction in Swiss environmental impact since 2000, but two-thirds of damage still occurs abroad
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04:00 PM·science
Swiss Researchers Uncover New Frog Species in Borneo
Bern-based scientists identify eight previously unknown species of 'guardian frogs', highlighting conservation concerns
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04:00 PM·science
Swiss Researchers Discover Eight New Frog Species
Bern scientists identify previously unknown 'guardian frog' species in Borneo, highlighting conservation challenges
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12:00 PM·environment
Record Year for Bearded Vultures in Swiss Alps
Switzerland celebrates unprecedented success in bearded vulture conservation with 26 successful broods
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08:00 AM·energy
Madrisa Makes History: First Alpine Solar Plant Goes Live
Switzerland's renewable energy milestone as Madrisa becomes first alpine solar installation to feed power to grid
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04:00 PM·environment
Moesola Wolf Pack Faces Complete Elimination
Graubünden authorities approve first complete wolf pack cull of 2025/26 season following repeated livestock attacks
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12:00 PM·energy
Madrisa Makes History as First Alpine Solar Plant
Switzerland's first high-altitude solar power plant begins feeding electricity into the grid, marking milestone in renewable energy transition
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12:00 PM·climate
Storm Damage Hits 20-Year High in Switzerland
Natural disasters in 2024 caused CHF904 million in damages, marking the costliest year for storm-related incidents since 2005
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Swiss health authorities record early spike in flu cases
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Swiss parliament tightens screws on "problem" wolves
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Swiss business group anticipates subdued economic growth
SWI swissinfo.ch·1 day ago
Swiss inflation drops to zero in November
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Swiss public sceptical over US tariff deal: survey
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Swiss AI shows bias despite transparency efforts
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
The Local Switzerland·1 day ago
Swiss lawmakers vote to ease weapons exports
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Swiss lawmakers aim to ease weapons exports
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Donors pledge $1.16 billion to Geneva-based UNHCR
SWI swissinfo.ch·2 days ago
OECD praises integration of immigrants in Switzerland
SWI swissinfo.ch·2 days ago
Swiss lawmakers agree on China trade framework
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Swiss army has 'gone back to sleep", says outgoing chief
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Swiss intelligence snooping violates constitution: court ruling
SWI swissinfo.ch·2 days ago
Medicines 'never more expensive in Switzerland'
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