Geneva’s effort to save power and become more efficient is paying off.
The latest figures show that last year electricity consumption was up 1.5% - but that comers off the back of 2020 which was a year of lockdowns.
When the numbers are compared to consumption figures in 2019, we’re using less now – in fact the same amount in 2002.
30% of Geneva’s electricity is produced by the Verbois dam in Chancy.
Measles is a threat
Measles cases are rising again across Europe, and experts say Switzerland could lose its measles free status.
Switzerland battles cyber attacks constantly
This country is under constant cyber attack.
Fire memorial tent burns down
A memorial tent that had been set up near the site of the tragic New Year's fire in Crans-Montana has burnt down - destroying many of the flowers and gifts left for the victims.
Zurich has some of the worst traffic in Europe
Zurich is among Europe’s most stressful cities for drivers, according to a new traffic study.
Switzerland takes first gold - but still a surprise
Switzerland, and everyone else, was expecting this county to take gold in the downhill skiing on Saturday – and it did.
Court backs school ban for non-residents
The courts have backed Geneva's move to ban kids who live in France from attending schools in the canton.
