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.
Thousands demonstrate in Geneva
Around 2,000 public sector workers took to the streets in Geneva yesterday afternoon, marking their fourth strike in six months.
Geneva to fight French road plan
The City of Geneva is stepping up its fight against the planned A412 autoroute between Machilly and Thonon in neighbouring France.
Switzerland seeks sovereign defence AI
Switzerland is stepping up efforts to secure its own military-grade artificial intelligence.
Immigration keeps us young
Immigration is playing a key role in keeping Switzerland’s population younger - and its social systems afloat.
We're embracing AI
Artificial intelligence is spreading fast in Switzerland.
Remember, radar detectors are illegal
Trying to outsmart speed cameras in Switzerland can backfire.
