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Researchers from EPFL’s Neuchâtel-based PV Lab and CSEM have achieved a certified 30% power conversion efficiency for a triple-junction solar cell, setting a new world record and opening the door to affordable next-generation photovoltaics for terrestrial and space applications.

EPFL and CSEM set world record for triple-junction solar cell efficiency

18 March 2026

EPFL spin-off Verretex has secured CHF 1.2 million in dilutive and non-dilutive funding to expand its industrial production of recycled glass fiber textiles and accelerate its entry into new markets.

Verretex raises CHF 1.2 million to scale recycled glass fiber production

4 March 2026

Three Western Switzerland cleantech and medtech start-ups have received FIT support to scale geothermal panels, rapid bacteria detection and carbon capture filters.

FIT backs Enerdrape, Bioneris and Divea with growth and seed loans

24 February 2026

ENGIE New Ventures takes a strategic stake in Yverdon-based ExerGo to scale its CO₂-based district heating and cooling technology.

ENGIE invests in cleantech ExerGo to accelerate low-carbon district networks

23 February 2026

Sportswear start-up Revario has reached CHF 1 million in sales, marking a key milestone as it prepares to expand beyond Suisse Romande into new Swiss and European markets.

Fribourg-based Revario reaches CHF 1 million turnover milestone

28 January 2026

Solarify has secured new financing to accelerate the development of its Digital Energy Hub for intelligent solar asset management.

Solarify secures new financing to advance its digital platform for solar asset optimization

24 November 2025

Bernese cleantech company Solarify has raised more than CHF 24 million through crowdfunding, reaching 20 GWh of solar power generation.

Solarify raises over CHF 24 million as its crowd-financed solar projects surpass 20 GWh

14 October 2025

EPFL spin-off Enerdrape is deploying its geothermal panels at Chicago’s Millennium Parking Garages, marking a major step in its US expansion.

Enerdrape expands to the US with flagship Chicago project

2 September 2025

Swiss explorer Raphaël Domjan has set a new personal record with SolarStratos, showcasing once again the potential of solar-powered aviation.

SolarStratos: Raphaël Domjan breaks world record in solar-powered flight

14 August 2025

Ecublens-based Composite Recycling signs strategic agreement to scale up industrial reuse of reclaimed composite fibers in collaboration with Owens Corning.

Composite Recycling and Owens Corning team up to advance circular solutions for composite waste

17 June 2025

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