Beyond Sustainability Forum 2026 – Rethinking Sustainability
On 7 May 2026, we participated as Co-Partner at the Finanz und Wirtschaft «Beyond Sustainability» Forum – one of Switzerland’s leading specialist events on sustainable investing. This year’s forum was held under the theme «From Wishful Thinking to Reality» and brought together top experts from the financial industry, business and academia. An Event with Impact […]
April – A Month Dedicated to Sustainability
With spring’s arrival, not only does nature awaken, but so does our awareness of the planet. In April, environmental protection takes center stage, culminating in the international Earth Day on April 22. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” underscores the importance of sustainable resource management on a global scale. One approach gaining significance is […]
The Relevance of Investments in Energy and Resource Efficiency
Andres Gujan explains the significant impact of these investments: “The capital market is essential. Massive investments in improving energy and resource efficiency are needed to steer the world toward a CO₂-neutral circular economy. On a corporate level, these investments are crucial for maintaining competitiveness and enhancing sustainability. At Carnot Capital, we have the expertise to […]
The Appeal of Global Impact Funds
Andres Gujan on the Attractive Investment Opportunity of Global Impact Funds In today’s investment landscape, impact funds are becoming increasingly attractive. They offer a unique combination of financial returns and positive social and environmental effects. Through diversification, the use of expertise, a focus on growing sustainable markets, and transparency in impact reporting, these funds present […]
Automotive Industry in Transition: Innovations Driving the Future of Mobility
Innvations in the Automotive Industry The automotive industry is currently undergoing major developments in numerous areas: Mobility is fundamentally shifting toward connected and autonomous vehicles. These changes are not only revolutionizing transportation but also influencing urban design, the working environment, and quality of life. Digitalization and Sensor Technology as Key Success Factors At the core […]
Carnot Capital wins 1st place in the “Sustainable Performance Award® 2024”
Award for the “Carnot Efficient Energy Fund” Confirms Sustainable Investment Strategy We are delighted to announce that the “Carnot Efficient Energy Fund” has secured 1st place in the prestigious “Sustainable Performance Award® 2024” in the “European Equities” category. This award recognizes the fund’s outstanding 5-year performance and its commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and […]
The Ocean as a Source of Electricity Storage?
Lithium is currently the most commonly used metal for batteries because it enables a relatively high energy density. However, sodium batteries are increasingly becoming an attractive alternative: Sodium is available in unlimited quantities as a salt of the oceans (sodium chloride NaCl) and can be extracted without causing environmental damage. Sodium batteries are also characterised […]
5 Reasons for Impact Investing
Impact investing, i.e. sustainable and responsible investing, is a need for more and more investors. Rolf Helbling explains the five most important reasons why impact investing is extremely important and financially very worthwhile: 1. Double Bottom Line: Impact investing aims to achieve positive social and environmental effects in addition to financial returns. Investments support projects […]
Nuclear Power – A New Boom or the Beginning of the End?
This was the title of a discussion programme on SRF television. The answer depends very much on your point of view. The expansion of nuclear power slowed down after the Chernobyl disaster (1986) and practically came to a standstill after Fukushima (2011), with Asia (China, India) being the exception. Since Europe has renounced Russian gas […]
High Growth in Data Centers
The global data centre market continues to grow unabated. A significant proportion of this growth comes from ‘hyperscale data centres’, which are being built by large technology groups such as Microsoft, Google and Amazon. The increasing use of artificial intelligence and machine learning is significantly changing the requirements for data centres. These technologies require more […]