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.
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.
Where can you buy cheapest petrol in Switzerland right now?
Due to the situation in the Middle East, petrol prices in Switzerland have increased by 10 to 15 percent compared to the last week in February – that is, before US and Israel had launched airstrikes on Iran. But do good deals still exist?
'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.
When should tenants in Switzerland expect their heating to be turned on?
Temperatures have dropped in recent days across much of Switzerland, and tenants may be wondering if their homes should already be heated. Here's what you should know.
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.
Swiss-led team drives electric vans from Geneva to Doha
A Swiss-led team has driven electric vans across Europe and the Arabian Peninsula to Qatar to showcase zero-emission battery powered vehicles, organisers said Sunday.
OPINION: A winter energy crunch in Europe looks a distinct possibility
Last winter passed without major gas shortages, thanks to EU-wide actions - but the problem is far from solved for the winters to come, warns global energy specialist Professor Michael Bradshaw.
How much more will you pay for electricity in your Swiss canton?
The Swiss government has released new electricity tariffs for 2024. They vary considerably from one Swiss region to another.
Swiss government announces new electricity rate hike of 18 percent
The bad news is that, as expected, electricity tariffs in Switzerland will go up next year. The (relatively) good news is that they will increase less than they did in 2023.
Reader question: What are ‘Minergie’ homes in Switzerland?
If you have been looking for apartments in Switzerland, you may have noticed that some have a ‘Minergie’ label. What exactly does this mean?