By bringing together two vibrant networks — the B Lab Ecosystem and the GreenBuzz community — we hope to accelerate impact and make lasting connections. Over lunch, you have the chance to: ???? Meet and connect with like-minded sustainability professionals ???? Stay informed on the latest sustainability trends and innovations ???? Exchange best practices and insights with experts and peers ???? Strengthen […]
Changemaker communities come together! GreenBuzz, One Planet Lab, and Impact Hub Zürich warmly welcomed you to join this extra-special Climate Apéro. Whether reconnecting with old contacts or expanding your network, Cafe Auer with its wonderful yard played host to a summer evening of sharing, exchanging, and discussing the climate issues closest to your heart. Members […]
The Circular Economy is more than a response to environmental challenges—it's a transformative vision for the future of business and society. By embracing new ways of designing business and society, circularity addresses critical issues like material scarcity, and resource depletion to avoid waste to landfill, maximize use, and create products that last long and can […]
As companies navigate increasing pressure to make their supply chains more sustainable, one crucial element is often overlooked: climate justice. But what does this mean in a business context, and why should companies care? Simply put, climate justice is about ensuring that the burden and opportunities of the consequences of climate change are distributed fairly […]
The Climate Tech Startup Spotlight - co-hosted by Bluelion, GreenBuzz and SICTIC - brought together key players from the Swiss climate tech ecosystem to explore how emerging startups can drive the transition toward net-zero. The event offered a platform to showcase early-stage climate tech startups, share insights from experts, and foster collaborations between startups, investors, corporates, policymakers, and researchers.
Did you know? In Switzerland, up to 80% of jobs are never publicly advertised. This is especially true in the sustainability sector, where roles are often filled through industry networks, partnerships, and internal recruitment. As demand for green talent rises, professionals looking to enter or advance in this field must learn how to navigate the […]
The SCRF, now in its 3rd edition, leads the conversation in Switzerland and beyond on climate reporting and business transition. The Forum brings together experts to show how companies can leverage reporting to gain a competitive edge. 5 Reasons to be part of SCRF25: Tangible outcomes and expert guidance for companies & individuals. Powerful knowledge-sharing […]
As sustainability has become part of public discourse and headlines, this is a double-edged sword with its own challenges. Companies especially face increasing pressure to strike the right balance: how do you communicate your sustainability efforts without falling into the traps of greenwashing or greenhushing? And as if that wasn’t challenging enough, the realities of climate change […]
Individual investors are increasingly considering the impact of investments and aligning portfolios to their values. Indeed, a Deloitte survey of retail investors found that 78% consider sustainability an important aspect. However, several challenges still remain, such as navigating regulations, inherent complexity for consumers, transparency & greenwashing risks, and the lack of standard ESG metrics. At this […]
This was an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who've moved in their careers to make a meaningful impact. Across many breakout sessions on different topics, participants heard valuable input, exchange ideas, and priceless guidance from sustainability professionals. As sustainability becomes the new normal in business, the definition of a sustainable job is itself widening. […]
As we entered a pivotal year ahead for sustainability efforts, we held our annual New Year's Event. With political instability, global crises, new regulations and key summits, what would the year ahead look like? What trends would come to the fore and define the next years and decades? Led by thought leaders in their fields […]
This event was part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse. "The law gives me the absolute right over this company. The law gives me the right to take everything. But I feel that is not right. It doesn't all belong to me. It also belongs to employees and society." - Ernst Abbe, Founder, […]
As winter approaches, excitement builds towards another winter sports season - but for how much longer? As weather and snowfall become more unpredictable, this cornerstone of Swiss winters will face more challenges moving forward. Outdoor winter sports events are impacted by climate change, but at the same time offering a powerful platform to influence wider […]
This event was part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse. In an era of unprecedented access to data and advanced analysis, accurate geographic information is transforming the efficiency and sustainability of many industries - not least those of agriculture and forestry. The potential of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) was acknowledged as far back […]
Along with our event partner Bluelion this event presented ten emerging climate-tech start-ups destined for big things and being supported on their way by Bluelion’s incubator as part of the KlimUp Program. Clearly technology alone will not be our way out of the climate crisis, but it will be an important part of the solution. […]
As sustainability becomes a core priority for businesses worldwide, the manufacturing sector is under increasing pressure to embrace more circular and environmentally friendly practices. Refurbishment presents a promising path forward, offering a way to extend the life of products and reduce waste. However, despite its potential, the widespread adoption of refurbishment remains a significant challenge. […]
“The world is in a critical decade for delivering a more secure, sustainable and affordable energy system – the potential for faster progress is enormous if strong action is taken immediately.” - Siemens white paper on electrification. In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, we will host an insightful exploration into the […]
With business transformation moving ahead at such a speed, it’s never been more important for like-minded managers to meet and share thoughts. This is especially true for Sustainability Managers, as the corporate and reporting landscape continues to shift. In this new event series with University of St.Gallen (Competence Center for Social Innovation), we brought professionals […]
"Our economy is built on the assumption of endless growth. But when we take a closer look at the underlying resources, we realise that this is unsustainable. We need to design products with their end of life in mind and create systems that make repair and reuse not just possible but desirable." - Kate Raworth […]
This event was part of our Networking Event Series powered by Innosuisse. For a long time, water has been somewhat overlooked as carbon and net-zero journeys have dominated the headlines. But the tide is turning, with this most fundamental resource gaining greater attention. Indeed, COP28 committed to “drive water up the climate agenda,” something reflected […]
Despite pledges and international agreements, global carbon emissions are still on the rise. In order to come anywhere near reaching the 1.5 goal of the Paris Climate Agreement, rethinking of economic systems and large scale climate solutions are needed. Digitisation is opening up new possibilities - for the environment, the economic system and for purchasing. […]
Would you like to connect to other Sustainable Fintech professionals in Zurich? Greenbuzz and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private wealth at the University of Zurich aim to bring the sustainable finance & fintech community together, to foster greater dialogue across the industry and collaboration on key topics. Over lunch we will enable you […]
Alongside the social impacts of digitalization, arguably a neglected aspect - yet a crucial piece of the puzzle - is the power and data capacities necessary to sustain growth and demand. As the World Bank states in a 2023 report, a greening of this data infrastructure is crucial to wider sustainability efforts: “By reducing the […]
We're delighted to announce a joint social event between GreenBuzz x Women in Digital Switzerland! WDS is a community of modern leaders who want to elevate diversity, advance careers and create equal business opportunities for women working in digital economy throughout Switzerland. Both GreenBuzz and Women in Digital Switzerland are about bringing professionals together for […]
Would you like to connect to other Sustainable Finance professionals in Zurich? Greenbuzz and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private wealth at the University of Zurich aim to bring the sustainable finance community together, to foster greater dialogue across the industry and collaboration on key topics. Over lunch we will enable you to: ???? […]
This event is now sold out. To add your name to the Waiting List, please click here. Changemaker communities come together! GreenBuzz Zurich, One Planet Lab, and Impact Hub Zürich warmly welcome you to join this extra-special Climate Apéro. Whether reconnecting with old contacts or expanding your network, come meet us at Cafe Auer with […]
This event is sold out; to add your name to the Waiting List in case of cancellations, please click here. Would you like to connect to other Sustainable Finance professionals in Zurich? Greenbuzz and the Center for Sustainable Finance and Private wealth at the University of Zurich aim to bring the sustainable finance community together, […]
“Leaders must be able to effectively integrate sustainability into organisational strategy & operations, leveraging a sustainable mindset to drive the transformation needed.”
– Claire Simier, Forbes
For lasting progress to be made, the business case for sustainability needs to be embedded throughout an organisation. Here, Sustainability Managers and CSOs have key roles to play, changing mindsets and making the case in the boardroom and beyond. Join us and event partners Pragmatic Solutions, PVL Partners and University of St.Gallen as we explore success cases, practical insights, and effective strategies to drive meaningful change.
GreenBuzz and One Planet Lab are bringing together leading experts and organisations to tackle sustainability challenges head-on. In a speed meeting format with specially selected sustainability experts, areas addressed will include carbon reporting, AI for good, and combating greenwashing.
Companies across Switzerland are gearing up to meet new mandatory disclosure requirements.
These new dynamics will see the regular introduction of more stringent compliance standards. What is the most rational path Swiss companies can take to manage and disclose their climate risks and opportunities according to the TCFD recommendations?
