Spotlight on climate in Switzerland 2026
Where does Switzerland stand in addressing climate change? The latest report from the Swiss Academies of Sciences (SCNAT) provides an answer to this question. It also assesses future risks associated with climate change and presents a wide range of scientifically proven, effective options for climate protection and adaptation.
This report provides an up-to-date overview of the most important scientific findings on climate change. The focus is on specific knowledge relating to Switzerland. It highlights the current status of climate change, its consequences and expected future developments, risks and possible courses of action. The report, and in particular the summary for decision-makers that is available in English, is aimed at users in politics, administration, business, education and civil society. Around 60 researchers contributed their specialist expertise as authors or reviewers to the 2026 report ‘Brennpunkt Klima Schweiz’.
The original report is available in German and French.
Read the short report here: brennpunkt-klima.ch/short-report
