A new hydro-electric power station could be built in the shadow of the Matterhorn.
The energy company Alpiq and the commune of Zermatt are thinking of a large dam at the end of the Gorner Glacier which overlooks the high-end resort and the world-famous mountain.
If given to go-ahead, the 85-meter-high dam would produce enough power for around 150,000 homes.
Federal Council lauches fight against 10 million vote
Justice Minister Beat Jans has launched the federal government’s campaign against the Swiss People's Party initiative known as “No to a 10 Million Switzerland.”
Calls to reinstate domestic violence cash
Geneva politicians are urging the cantonal government to rethink planned cuts to projects tackling domestic violence.
Neighbouring France swings right
Municipal elections in eastern France have seen a clear shift to the right in parts of Haute-Savoie.
SWISS to sack thousands of air-crew
Swiss International Air Lines is offering thousands of cabin crew a payout to leave, as it looks to cut costs and reduce overstaffing.
Series of farm shop thefts solved
Police say they’ve solved a series of burglaries targeting farms and self-service shops across eight cantons.
People are mainly annoyed by noise
Noise is the leading cause of neighbour disputes in Switzerland, according to a new study by ImmoScout24.
