A share of Switzerland’s wealth to protect the climate and nature?

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February 11, 2026 – 10:00

A popular initiative wants to set up a federal fund to speed up the roll‑out of renewable energy and safeguard the country’s biodiversity. Critics say Switzerland is already doing its part for the climate and warn that the plan would drive public spending too high. Voters will have their say on March 8.

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Climate adaptation

Explainer: Should some of Switzerland’s wealth be set aside to fight climate change?

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Jan 28, 2026

On March 8, Swiss voters will decide on an initiative to create a fund to accelerate the development of renewable energy in Switzerland. An explainer.

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Swiss Politics

Swiss votes on March 8: what’s at stake?

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Jan 28, 2026

Everything you need to know about the votes on March 8: radio and TV licence fees, individual taxation, cash and climate funds.

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