Sustainability



Rajendra Pachauri About the World Post-Copenhagen

Rajendra Pachauri About the World Post-Copenhagen

23.12.2009 After the Copenhagen conference, the world needs quick action to mitigate the effects of climate change. That was the main message from climate expert Rajendra Pachauri, expressed at a conference call organized by Credit Suisse.
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Climate Summit in Copenhagen: Dim View on the Oresund

Climate Summit in Copenhagen: Dim View on the Oresund

13.11.2009 In December the world community is supposed to agree on a global climate deal in Copenhagen, but the chances are slim. Developed and emerging economies are going to the negotiations with opposing visions.

More Quality in Cleantech after the Hype

More Quality in Cleantech after the Hype

04.11.2009 Sustainable investment is no trend but a key sector for the future. Roger Ammoun, Cleantech Specialist at Credit Suisse's Customized Fund Investment Group, discovers the crisis has some positive effects for the cleantech market.

Minergie-P Days: Model Buildings Open Their Doors

Minergie-P Days: Model Buildings Open Their Doors

16.10.2009 Minergie-P houses are some of the most energy-efficient buildings in the world. On November 7 and 8, anyone interested will have the opportunity to visit 80 of these buildings. An interview with Franz Beyeler, CEO of Minergie.

Fuel Cells: Japan Looks Ahead

Fuel Cells: Japan Looks Ahead

08.10.2009 Fuel cell technology in Japan is being spurred on by ambitious pledges on CO2 emission reduction from the Japanese government. How can fuel cells be used and what problems remain to be solved?

Swiss Get Own Neighborhood in Eco-City

Swiss Get Own Neighborhood in Eco-City

07.09.2009 Switzerland will be among the first tenants to move into Masdar, Abu Dhabi. It is the only country so far to be given its own neighborhood in the eco-city. Credit Suisse is playing an important role in the construction of Masdar and the "Swiss Village."

An Uncertain Future for Clean Coal

An Uncertain Future for Clean Coal

20.07.2009 The power giants are pinning their hopes on clean coal, but its advent is politically disputed and economically uncertain. It could even become too expensive if the costs of renewable energies fall rapidly.

Car of the Future Will Be Electrically Powered

Car of the Future Will Be Electrically Powered

02.06.2009 Though it's still some way off, the car of the future is likely to be electrically powered. It means private autos will be just as affordable and energy-efficient as public transportation.

What Village Banking Is All About

What Village Banking Is All About

11.05.2009 Village Banking – a specific aspect of microfinance - was introduced by FINCA, an American NGO, in 1984. A regional head explains what this concept is all about, and how successful it is.

The Investment Case for Sustainable Real Estate

The Investment Case for Sustainable Real Estate

22.04.2009 Sustainability is steadily gaining awareness in real estate. While the main focus is on energy savings, soft factors such as corporate social responsibility must also be taken into account.

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