Energy
ETH Zurich spin-offs develop high performance batteries
TechTransfer
ETH Zurich
The electrification of many areas of life is leading to an increased demand for high-performance batteries. Two ETH spin-offs are making waves in this field: while BTRY develops high-performance solid-state batteries, 8inks is working on a new standard for production.
The energy transition will require popular supports
Politics
EPFL
To achieve a decarbonized world, clean energy sources will have to be widely adopted – yet there’s a range of obstacles in the way. A number of EPFL researchers are studying these obstacles and mapping out strategies for getting past them. Here’s a look at some of their findings.
Strengthening Swiss hydropower with science
Research
ETH Zurich
Researchers at ETH Zurich led by Robert Boes are developing specific solutions to optimise electricity production from Swiss hydropower plants. This will ensure that hydropower remains the backbone of Switzerland’s electricity supply in the future.
Is climate-neutral air travel possible?
Research
PSI
Air traffic is responsible for two to three percent of global carbon dioxide emissions. To meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement and make air travel climate-neutral by 2050, PSI is carrying out research into sustainable aviation fuel. This could make an important contribution to reducing the climate damage caused by aviation.
"From scapegoat to saviour"
Politics
ETH Board
What role can the construction industry play in combating ever-worsening climate change? Peter Richner thinks it can be a game changer. We speak to the Deputy Director of Empa and Co-Head of the Sustainable Construction research focus area.
 
Getting hydrogen out of ammonia
Research
EPFL
Kevin Turani-I-Belloto has developed a low-cost method for breaking down ammonia to produce hydrogen. He’s just been awarded a Bridge grant to develop a proof of concept for his technology.
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