Energy
All the latest news and important information on energy matters in Switzerland that impact you including gas and electricity prices and the move towards renewable energy sources such as solar power and wind farms.
When should tenants in Switzerland expect their heating to be turned on?
With cooler weather tenants may be wondering when their homes will be heated Here's what you should know.
Swiss nuclear plant fully back online after heatwaves
The Beznau nuclear power plant in Switzerland, which was shut down multiple times over the last two months due to summer heatwaves, is fully operational again, Swiss energy company Axpo said Friday.
‘Unprecedented’: Price of unleaded fuel in Switzerland passes 2 francs per litre
Motorists in Switzerland have to dig deeper into their pockets these days to fill up their vehicles with petrol, after a drought-related price hike.
Europe readies for solar eclipse dip in power generation
European energy operators are braced for this week's solar eclipse to cause a temporary dip in power generation and have taken steps to keep electricity flowing to businesses and consumers, an industry body said Friday.
Do Switzerland's Minergie apartments keep residents cool during heatwaves?
If you have been looking for a 'cool' apartment in Switzerland, you may want to opt for ones with a ‘Minergie’ label. But can they really keep the heat out?
Swiss heading towards referendum on new nuclear plants
Switzerland's parliament on Thursday approved a divisive government plan to build new nuclear power stations, overturning a 2018 ban and putting the country on course for a referendum.
Why is Swiss government not taking action over rising petrol prices?
The price of fuel at Swiss pumps has increased by up to 25 percent in the past several weeks. Is the government taking any action to neutralise this upward trend as governments in neighbouring countries are?
European drivers choke on rising diesel prices
The price of diesel fuel has rocketed by more than 30 percent across Europe since the start of the Middle East war highlighting the continent's dependence on imported energy and the lingering prominence of diesel on the car market.
What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?
War in the Middle East has caused energy market volatility around the globe, forcing governments in Europe to intervene and keep fuel costs down for consumers.
How the war in the Middle East is impacting life in Switzerland
The armed conflict in Iran and the Middle East impacts not only the region's population but also, in many ways, countries outside the immediate area of conflict – including Switzerland.
'2 francs a litre?' Petrol prices are on the rise at Swiss pumps
The prices of petrol in Switzerland have been relatively stable since 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine. But now they are climbing again.
Which Swiss households will see electricity bills fall in 2026?
The majority of Switzerland's residents can expect to pay less for their electricity next year. This is the situation in your community.
Why getting permission for air conditioners is so hard in Switzerland
There are rules and regulations for practically everything in Switzerland, including whether you can stay cool and comfortable in your own home.
Could Switzerland also be hit by massive nationwide blackout?
A sweeping power outage left millions of people in Spain, Portugal and parts of France without electricity on April 28th. Could such a large-scale grid failure hit Switzerland as well?
The new financial incentives for putting solar panels on your Swiss home
From April 2025 Switzerland’s government is offering higher bonuses to encourage property owners to harness the sun’s clean energy.
How you'll be able to save money on your Swiss electricity bills
The government has taken steps to lower the price of energy in Switzerland and introduced measures to simplify the entire system. This is how consumers will benefit from the new measures.
Swiss government wants to overturn ban on more nuclear power plants
Switzerland's government said Friday it wanted to change the law to get around a 2018 ban on building more nuclear power stations to help guarantee the country's energy needs.
Swiss to keep Europe's oldest nuclear power plant running until 2033
Switzerland's Beznau nuclear plant, one of the oldest in the world, will keep running until 2033, its operator announced on Thursday, as environmentalists argued it should be shut down "immediately".
Should I get a heat pump for my home in Switzerland?
An increasing number of Switzerland’s residents opt to install a heat pump in their homes. Could this be a good option for you too?
How much could electricity prices fall by in your part of Switzerland?
There is good news for most households in Switzerland: electricity prices will fall next year at last. But the drops won't be equal across the country.
Switzerland reopens door for new nuclear power plants
Switzerland said Wednesday it was open to building new nuclear power stations in the long term, given new geopolitical uncertainties, climate targets and population growth boosting the demand for electricity.
Switzerland's renewable energy plan to be tested in referendum
Switzerland's largest wind farm, sitting astride the ridge of the Jura mountains by the French border, consists of only 16 turbines -- tiny compared to those of other European countries.
Are Swiss cities cutting back on Christmas lights this year?
Cities across Switzerland cut back on festive lighting last year amid the energy crisis. We look at what's happening this year.