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Humanity’s ability to harness energy has shaped civilizations, with each leap in access driving progress and reshaping our relationship with nature. The Industrial Revolution unlocked fossil fuels, enabling exponential growth but also triggering climate instability and resource inequality.
At its core, the economy is an energy transformation system—more energy means more production, innovation, and expansion. Technologies like AI intensify this dynamic, forcing societies to choose between limiting consumption or unlocking new frontiers. As the energy race accelerates, opting out is no longer viable. If we remain fossil fuel-dependent, the consequences will be catastrophic. We must not only meet growing demand but also transform how we produce and consume energy to ensure a sustainable future.
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Average Swiss energy consumption over the past 5 years.
29% of Switzerland consumption comes from renewable energy. 90% of these are produced by hydroelectric or nuclear power while solar surged to around 6%.
per capita Swiss electricity consumption
70% of Switzerland’s energy consumption comes from imports.
Sustainable Energy: The foundation of a resilient future
As global populations grow, so do consumption demands and the infrastructure needed to sustain them. If we continue fuelling this system with nature-depleting resources, the consequences will be irreversible for both humanity and the planet. To prevent this, we must rethink how we produce, use, and sustain energy.
A truly sustainable energy future also follows the 4Rs framework of circular economy. Reducing means improving efficiency through smart grids, advanced technologies, and better storage to minimize waste. Reusing involves capturing and repurposing excess energy—su chas industrial heat recovery or surplus redistribution. Recycling applies to the infrastructure itself, from recovering rare earth elements to repurposing decommissioned components. Rethinking energy is the most transformative step: moving beyond fossil fuels toward regenerative, decentralized systems powered by renewables.
This isn’t just about replacing fuels—it’s about redesigning energy systems to be circular, adaptive, and aligned with planetary boundaries.
Our Strategy for Renewable Energies
Our approach to renewable energy focuses on scaling production by helping promising solutions reach mass adoption, while rethinking energy models to ensure long-term sustainability. We work to derisk innovation by supporting proof-of-concept projects that validate breakthrough technologies and enable their transition from experimentation to commercial viability. By reducing uncertainty and proving real-world performance, we accelerate the shift toward renewable systems. Beyond technology, we rethink how energy is delivered and monetized. We support business model innovations like Energy-as-a-Service, decentralized power systems, and financial tools that make clean energy more accessible, cost-effective, and resilient. Moving from ownership-based consumption to service-based models encourages more efficient deployment and wider adoption. For us, renewable energy is not just about replacing fossil fuels—it’s about transforming how energy is produced, distributed, and financed. Through scalable solutions, systemic innovation, and new economic models, we aim to drive a just and enduring transition to a fully renewable-powered future.
Explore our initiatives driving our vision into reality.