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Harnessing the promise of emerging quantum technologies, Western Switzerland is shaping up to be a pivotal region in this transformative field.

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Quantum technologies in Western Switzerland

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

Seprify has raised CHF 12.25 million in Series A funding to transition its cellulose platform from pilot validation into industrial-scale supply across cosmetics, food, and coatings markets.

Seprify raises CHF 12.25 million to scale its cellulose-based materials platform

11 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

Lausanne-based CompPair has raised new funding to scale its HealTech self-healing composites and strengthen industrial deployment.

CompPair secures new funding to accelerate market deployment of healable composites

18 February 2026

CSEM has developed a precision mechanism at the core of Europe’s MTG-S weather satellite, enabling earlier detection of extreme weather events.

CSEM unveils key mechanism for Europe’s next-generation weather satellite

11 February 2026

Swiss start-ups raised CHF 2.9 billion in 2025, marking a strong recovery in venture capital investment led by ICT and biotech.

Swiss start-ups attract CHF 2.9 billion in 2025 as venture capital rebounds

3 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

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