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Bcomp, a global leader in natural fiber composites, has successfully raised CHF 36 million in a Series C funding round led by EGS Beteiligungen AG.

Bcomp secures CHF 36 million to advance eco-friendly composite materials in mobility

23 April 2024

MeduSoil’s project seeks to rethink the handling of demolition and excavation waste in Switzerland through the development of a comprehensive recycling and bio-mineralization facility.

MeduSoil embarks on a sustainable construction project in the canton of Vaud

16 April 2024

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26 March 2024

EPFL scientists have introduced a novel method for producing high-performance plastics from agricultural waste, offering a greener alternative to traditional materials derived from fossil fuels.

EPFL develops sustainable plastics from agricultural waste

18 March 2024

This latest funding round, combining equity, debt financing, and a non-dilutive grant, marks a significant milestone in MeduSoil’s journey towards promoting sustainable construction practices.

MeduSoil secures fresh funding to propel sustainable construction forward

12 February 2024

Empa’s commitment to bridging scientific research with practical applications ensures that it remains a key player in shaping a technologically advanced and sustainable future.

Why Switzerland

Empa, pioneering materials science and technology research in Switzerland

LC3 cement, natural color on the right, with color control on the left. LC3 cement has the potential to significantly reduce global CO2 emissions.

A new material from EPFL to cut 500 million tons of emissions by 2030

21 November 2023

This innovation offers substantial environmental and cost advantages to railway companies and mobile-phone operators, eliminating the need for signal boosters to ensure wireless connectivity for passengers.

Nu Glass transforms train windows to enhance mobile connectivity

14 November 2023

Stainless steelmaker Alleima and its Kanthal division have decided to expand their operations in Switzerland, with manufacturing moving from Saint-Imier to a larger facility in Sonceboz, both in the canton of Bern.

Alleima boosts its production for electric mobility and luxury industries in Bern

13 November 2023

Since 2016, the MassChallenge program has been a cornerstone in accelerating over 720 start-ups, aiding them in raising more than CHF 1.2 billion in funding and generating over 50,000 jobs.

Perovskia Solar and Impossible Materials triumph at the MassChallenge Switzerland Awards 2023

31 October 2023

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