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A new study finds that parts of eastern Switzerland could again be suitable for deep geothermal energy, 13 years after an earthquake halted St Gallen’s pioneering project. Buchs, Ebnat-Kappel and Widnau/Diepoldsau are among the locations identified for possible future drilling, reviving debate over the risks and potential of domestic renewable energy.
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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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energy
Sixteen crucial hydroelectric projects of national interest encounter significant setbacks, threatening Switzerland's 2040 winter electricity supply goals.
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technology
SolarStratos aircraft achieves highest solar-electric flight record above Switzerland, surpassing previous Solar Impulse milestone.
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energy
Energy minister Albert Rösti calls for urgent action on renewable energy infrastructure, citing blocked projects and insufficient winter electricity production
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renewable energy
Creative solutions emerge for solar panel installation as Switzerland aims to quadruple current capacity, exploring unusual locations beyond traditional rooftops.
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energy
New research shows Switzerland needs 80-fold increase in wind power capacity and quadruple solar installations to meet 2050 climate targets.
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innovation
Revolutionary Swiss start-up Sun-Ways launches pilot project installing removable solar panels between train tracks, attracting international attention.
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innovation
First removable solar power facility installed on Swiss railway tracks in Neuchâtel, aiming to power trains with renewable energy generated between rails.
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renewable energy
Construction commences on Switzerland's inaugural major alpine solar farm under the federal 'Solar Express' initiative, marking a significant step in the country's renewable energy strategy.
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energy
Swiss wind farms generated 160 million kilowatt hours of electricity in 2024, powering equivalent of 150,000 households, marking significant renewable energy milestone.
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sustainability
Swiss Federal Railways announces transition to exclusively renewable electricity sources from January 2025, primarily utilizing hydropower as part of sustainability strategy.
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