The federal initiative for Environmental Responsibility has been roundly rejected by voters – as expected.
Launched by the youth wing of the Green Party, it called for businesses and consumers to respect the ‘planetary boundaries’ and not to consume more that be renewed naturally.
Many believe the initiative went too far and would damage business and cause price rises.
Over 70% said no, and no canton voted in favour.
Hottest summer ever
MétéoSuisse has confirmed that summer 2026 was the hottest ever recorded in Switzerland
Vaud celebrates international music star
The Vaud town of Morges is looking back at the February 1988 night that launched Céline Dion's international career
Zurich HB wins another award
Zurich has topped Europe's biggest station ranking for the fifth year in a row
Another controversial vote at end of September
Switzerland is heading for another polarising ballot on 27 September
US tourism from Switzerland slumps
Fewer people in Switzerland want to fly to the United States
Home hunting even more challenging
Finding a home in Switzerland has just become harder still
