Switzerland
Glaciers in the spotlight: Reflecting on a glacier, a football match, old fears and new loss
Read about Otto Simonett's story of the Swiss alpine Glatscher da Lavaz, the glacier of his youth.
Irreversible changing climate in alpine Switzerland: Can we adapt?
Learn about how climate change is affecting the Swiss Alps and examples of adaptation actions in this short video!
Vibrant Mountain Communities Regional Development in Mountains: Realizing Potentials, Tackling Disparities
This report draws on experiences from different mountain regions to shed light on three main levers for transformation in mountain areas: inclusive planning and decision-making, equitable access to quality public services, and collaborations to spark innovation.
PROSNOW, a novel climate service enabling real-time optimization of snow management in mountain ski resorts
Connecting platforms
You can also find this solution on the Climate Adaptation Platform for the Alps (CAPA) platform, which supports decision-makers in Alpine countries, regions and municipalities in adapting to climate change:www.capa-eusalp.eu and on the European climate change adaptation platform, Climate ADAPT.
Climate Adaptation Platform for the Alps (CAPA)
The Climate Adaptation Platform for the Alps (CAPA) platform supports decision-makers in Alpine countries, regions and municipalities in adapting to climate change.
Leaving no one in mountains behind – Localizing the SDGs for resilience of mountain people and ecosystems
This issue brief presents initial steps towards localization of the 2030 Agenda to mountain areas.
Migration and Sustainable Mountain Development – Turning Challenges into Opportunities
This publication seeks to provide insights into the complex migration processes and the resulting opportunities and challenges for mountain communities and regions.
Walk the extra mile: How to make climate services more inclusive?
This publication outlines the Climandes project approach to systematically integrate small-scale farmers in the Andean highlands into the design and delivery of climate services.
SDC Global Brief: Climate Change and Glaciers
This Global Brief summarises SDC's activities regarding glacier melt and disaster risk reduction in Pakistan, Peru and China, and shows why Switzerland is recognised for its expertise in this field.