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Empa researcher Mirko Kovac has been appointed as Professor of Sustainability Robotics at EPFL, marking a new collaboration aimed at developing cutting-edge drone and robotic technology for environmental and construction applications.

Joint professorship in robotics between EPFL and Empa to promote sustainability research

17 September 2024

Four pioneering Geneva-based start-ups have received funding from the FONGIT Innovation Fund (FIF) to drive innovation in the life sciences and ICT sectors.

FONGIT Innovation Fund finances four ICT and life sciences start-ups from Geneva

2 September 2024

ExerGo was selected to develop a new heat pump system for Groupe E in Fribourg, showcasing its innovative CO2 technology for efficient energy transfer from Lake Schiffenen.

ExerGo secures a major heat pump project in Fribourg

2 September 2024

Top Stories Western Switzerland

Top Stories from Western Switzerland (August 2024)

30 August 2024

Western Switzerland is becoming a major hub for food innovation, driven by groundbreaking research, sustainable practices, and a robust ecosystem of start-ups and established companies dedicated to transforming the food industry.

The future of food in Western Switzerland

21 August 2024

Meyer Burger Technology AG and Solestial Inc. have signed a strategic partnership to produce ultra-thin silicon solar cells for space applications.

Meyer Burger and Solestial partner to develop next generation space solar cells

12 August 2024

H55, a Valais-based pioneer in electric aviation technologies, has announced the successful closing of its Series C financing round, raising CHF 65 million.

Electric aviation pioneer H55 secures CHF 65 million

5 August 2024

Swisspod has secured funding to build the world's largest Hyperloop test facility in the US, revolutionizing high-speed transportation.

Swisspod to build world’s largest hyperloop testing hub

15 July 2024

With a performance of 138.4% of the EU average, Switzerland is at the forefront of fostering innovation, displaying particular strengths in education-related indicators, scientific publications, and environment-related technologies.

Switzerland continues to lead the European Innovation Scoreboard in 2024

10 July 2024

TreaTech will install its first waste-to-energy unit, VISTA, at Ecorecyclage’s Lavigny site in Q3 2024, converting diverse waste streams into renewable gas for the natural gas network.

TreaTech announces first circular waste treatment unit in Lavigny

2 July 2024

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