The Association of Public Transport (APT) on Monday announced the target, compared to 2022 levels, for its rolling stock, infrastructure and buildings.
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Alpine nations aim for climate-neutral transport by 2050
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Eight countries have met in Switzerland to forge a plan towards net-zero emissions in passenger and freight transport in the Alps.
It also wants the country’s entire public transport network to be powered from renewable sources by 2040.
Trains, trams and buses will rely exclusively on environmentally-friendly technologies by this date, according to the plan.
“Public transport is part of the solution for Switzerland’s climate and energy goals. It is low in emissions and extremely energy efficient,” the APA stated.
Swiss voters to decide on country’s energy transition
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Should Switzerland achieve climate neutrality by 2050? On June 18 the Swiss people vote on the new climate law. What’s at stake?
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Collecting of vote signatures to continue in Switzerland as planned
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The Swiss government is refraining from taking drastic emergency measures following the revelation of suspected cases of fraud.
Swiss VAT to rise by 0.7 points to finance 13th pension payment
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VAT is to be increased by 0.7 percentage points in Switzerland to finance the 13th monthly pension payment. This payment will be introduced in 2026.
Swiss rents expected to keep rising owing to low vacancy rates
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Although the decline in vacancies has slowed this year, it is likely to continue next year, according to UBS. As a result, rents are expected to continue to rise.
Swiss government wants to support cantons financially after storms
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The Swiss government wants to secure additional financial aid for cantons Graubünden, Ticino, Valais, Vaud and Bern following the severe storms last summer.
Eight years for parents who killed disabled daughter in Switzerland
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A couple who killed their severely disabled daughter in Hägglingen, northern Switzerland, have each been sentenced to eight years in prison.
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Swiss greenhouse gas emissions rose slightly in 2021
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Swiss greenhouse gas emissions amounted to 45.2 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents in 2021, up 1.3 million on 2020 but down 18.2% on 1990.
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Construction is booming in the Swiss Alps, but not all of it is sustainable. Architecture critic Köbi Gantenbein wants to change this.
Switzerland saved less energy than hoped in winter 2022-2023
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While Switzerland largely met its goals to cut down on gas usage in winter 2022-2023, calls to save electricity were less well heeded.
Swiss cautiously satisfied about energy supply outlook
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While energy goals for winter 2022-2023 were met, the coming years will require similar efforts to ensure security of supply, officials say.
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