A new hydro-electric power station could be built in the shadow of the Matterhorn.
The energy company Alpiq and the commune of Zermatt are thinking of a large dam at the end of the Gorner Glacier which overlooks the high-end resort and the world-famous mountain.
If given to go-ahead, the 85-meter-high dam would produce enough power for around 150,000 homes.
Trees down, power out across western Switzerland
Western parts of the country are picking up the pieces after storm Benjamin swept through the region yesterday.
Police frank about French crime wave
Two gun shops in the Lausanne area have been hit by French robbers within a week.
Skiing to be more expensive this season
Skiers in Switzerland will pay a little more this winter.
Thousands struggle with basic skills
In Switzerland, about 15% of adults struggle with basic reading, math, and problem-solving skills - that’s roughly 850,000 people.
Army sergeant throws cat at recruits
A shocking video from a Swiss barracks in Lenzburg, canton Aargau, has sparked outrage.
Clock change sends people to the ER
Clocks change at the end of the week - and it could be dangerous - as it sends more people to hospital.
