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Vaud-based cleantech innovator Daphne Technology and U.S.-based energy leader Williams have secured nearl USD 6 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Methane Emissions Reduction Program.

Daphne Technology partners with Williams for DOE-funded methane reduction project

20 January 2025

Vaud cleantech Composite Recycling has reached a major milestone with the installation of its first industrial-scale recycling plant in Nantes, France. The move sets the stage for the Ecublens-based company to expand its operations and meet the growing global demand for sustainable composite waste solutions.

Composite Recycling delivers its first industrial-scale recycling unit

15 January 2025

The FONGIT Innovation Fund has awarded funding to four innovative Geneva-based start-ups focused on transformative solutions in healthcare, cleantech, and luxury product technology.

FONGIT Innovation Fund supports four groundbreaking Geneva start-ups

16 December 2024

Romande Energie has partnered with Fribourg-based start-up YORD to drive energy efficiency in building heating systems, supporting Switzerland’s decarbonization goals.

Romande Energie invests in YORD to boost building energy efficiency

2 December 2024

EPFL and the canton of Fribourg have announced the creation of six additional research chairs at EPFL's Fribourg campus, strengthening its role as a hub for sustainable innovation in the built environment.

EPFL’s Fribourg campus expands with six new research chairs by 2030

2 December 2024

Châpeau: Made-to-measure industrial packaging expert Weepackup takes a key step in its international development with the acquisition of CDF Emballage in the canton of Neuchâtel.

Weepackup strengthens its Swiss presence with a strategic acquisition in the canton of Neuchâtel

2 December 2024

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Top Stories from Western Switzerland (November 2024)

26 November 2024

Empa’s newly inaugurated DroneHub on the NEST campus aims to redefine the role of drones and robotics in addressing global environmental and infrastructure challenges.

Empa inaugurates a pioneering facility for sustainability robotics

25 November 2024

Voltiris, a Vaud-based energy start-up, has partnered with EBL and Eschbach Gemüsebau to pilot its revolutionary solar modules for greenhouses, offering a sustainable energy solution without compromising plant growth.

Voltiris and EBL pilot project brings solar energy to greenhouses

20 November 2024

Blockchain-based start-up LAK3 has secured USD 12.4 million in funding to advance its ambitious mission of transforming the global water economy.

Geneva’s LAK3 raises USD 12.4 million to transform the water economy

19 November 2024

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