Climate crisis

News and analysis of the climate crisis.

Climate change transforming Switzerland ‘into Tuscany’, scientists warn

WEATHER

‘Don’t sleep naked’: How to get a good night’s sleep in a Swiss heatwave

As temperatures climb again, many people may struggle to get a good night's sleep in Switzerland. Here are some expert tips to help you even when it's sweltering hot.

WEATHER

Heatwave in Switzerland: Scorching temperatures and peak days

SWISS NATIONAL DAY

Why most of the country will celebrate without fireworks this Swiss National Day

LIVING IN SWITZERLAND

Five of the biggest challenges facing Switzerland right now

CLIMATE CRISIS

How climate change is creating disputes on the Swiss-Italian border

CLIMATE CRISIS

EXPLAINED: How melting glaciers are shifting Switzerland’s borders

CLIMATE CRISIS

How 2022 compares to Europe’s hottest summers

ENVIRONMENT

Rockfalls and gaping crevices put Mont Blanc out of reach for many

WEATHER

‘An impossible dream’: Will we come to dread Swiss summer in future?

HEATWAVE

Body stress, drought and borders: How the heatwave affects Switzerland

CLIMATE CRISIS

Why Switzerland’s glaciers are melting faster than usual this summer