Swiss Stories

Lake Rotsee © Eawag

The bacteria that could beat climate change

Environment
Lakes emit significant amounts of greenhouse gases, in particular methane, a greenhouse gas more that twenty times more potent than carbon dioxide (CO2). One square kilometre of lake can emit 800 times more methane than the same area of ocean.
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Worm composting comes to Swiss cities

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A new start-up in Zurich is developing worm compost systems for domestic use. With these systems, organic waste can be easily and practically converted into excellent fertiliser at home.
© Romande Energie

World's first high-altitude floating solar farm – in the Swiss Alps

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The Swiss mountain village of Bourg-Saint-Pierre has a unique claim to fame: a floating solar power plant at 1,810 metres above sea level.

by Lea Huszno

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Swiss environmental protection

Environment
Lakes, mountains and clean air are inextricably associated with Switzerland's quality of life. Beyond its picture-postcard image, Switzerland's natural environment is an integral part of the country's character and identity. To safeguard this natural heritage the Federal Council and the people of Switzerland have adopted a series of concrete measures in recent years. Key aspects of Switzerland's environmental policy:
Matterhorn © Ivo Scholz/ Switzerland Tourism

Symbol of solidarity

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Amid the COVID-19 crisis, images of the Matterhorn have been broadcast around the world. The legendary Swiss mountain has been beaming messages of solidarity and hope for the pandemic.
© Photo: Fabian Biasio.

A Swiss chef cooks up the forest

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'Wizard of Entlebuch' Stefan Wiesner cooks with stone, earth, ash, wood – and ants.
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Typical fauna from the Swiss mountains

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The marmot, the bearded vulture, the lynx, the wolf and the ibex are five creatures that – with a bit of luck – you might just spot in the Swiss mountains. Discover the history and stories surrounding these five species.

by Lea Huszno