Sanctions: Ordinance imposing Measures connected with the Situation in Ukraine

On 13 June 2024, the Federal Department of Economic Affairs EAER has updated the document…

Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin attends World Leaders Forum at UNCTAD

Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin represented Switzerland at the World Leaders Forum organised to mark the…

International environmental treaty shows effect: Decline in harmful ozone-depleting greenhouse gases

A new study by an international team of researchers, published today in Nature Climate Change,…

Flankierende Massnahmen und Schwarzarbeitsbekämpfung: Kontrollziele im Jahr 2023 erfüllt

Die Vollzugsorgane haben im Rahmen der flankierenden Massnahmen (FlaM) und des Bundesgesetzes gegen die Schwarzarbeit…

Swiss scientists to retain access to one of world’s most powerful neutron sources

On 6 June, State Secretary Martina Hirayama signed an agreement on behalf of the Federal…

United for greater sustainability in the coffee sector

The Swiss Sustainable Coffee Platform (SSCP) was launched in Bern on 6 June 2024 with…

Die Lage auf dem Arbeitsmarkt im Mai 2024

Registrierte Arbeitslosigkeit im Mai 2024 - Gemäss den Erhebungen des Staatssekretariats für Wirtschaft (SECO) waren…

Impact of pollution on embryonic development – Nanoparticles: Risk for babies in the womb

Little is yet known about the health effects of nanoparticles on pregnancy. An interdisciplinary team…

Underwater camera explores microcosms in Lake Zug

The Aquascope underwater camera has been installed in Lake Zug. It is the second permanent…

Award for top quality in vocational training – Empa honored for apprenticeship training

Empa not only conducts top-notch science, but is also hosts outstanding program for vocational training.…