More for biodiversity
400 football pitches …
... for bees, butterflies and other insects. Find out how we achieved this.
Biodiversity
Together for biodiversity
The sound of humming and buzzing is becoming ever quieter in Switzerland, which represents a major problem! This is because insects play an important role in maintaining a balance in nature. The good news, however, is that we can all play our part in helping to ensure that things are better for bees, butterflies and other insects in the future. By doing more together to preserve biodiversity. We'll show you how!
Our goal: greater biodiversity
Our planet would look very different if a multitude of little animal helpers didn't carry pollen from one flower to the next on a daily basis. And it is for this reason that we our reducing our biodiversity footprint day by day.
By 2025…
... we want to steadily increase the biodiversity of our plantations. This especially applies to crops that are important for biodiversity, such as coffee and cocoa.
... we want to ensure that our products and the procurement of raw materials that are important for biodiversity do not lead to the destruction of healthy ecosystems.
Where do we stand today?
Become a conservationist!
Biodiversity
Winners and losers in the animal kingdom
A third of all animal and plant species in Switzerland are endangered. Three examples of animals whose habitats are disappearing, according to the WWF. But also three unexpected success stories.
Sustainability
Underestimated climate protectors
Discover what wetlands can do, why they are endangered and how we can protect them.
Livestock farming in the Alpine region
Why do cows spend time on the alp?
For many animals, the alpine summer has begun. But why do they go up to the heights at all? And why is it even good for the environment? We have the answers.
Become a conservationist!
Promoting biodiversity: we can't do it on our own. Play your part now and protect Switzerland's biodiversity together with us!
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Biodiversity
What you can do to promote biodiversity
There are plenty of things we can all easily do to promote biodiversity: Planting a flower meadow, hanging up a bird box, digging less in the garden.
Is it true or false?
Do organic vegetables taste better?
There are many myths around organic food. What’s true and what’s not? WWF expert Eva Wyss has the answers.
Bee-friendly plants for pots
Bee-friendly plants for pots
If you want to help bees, bumblebees and other pollinators, you can easily do so on your balcony. It’s all about having the right plants – here are three tips.
Water consumption
Save water at home
We explain where households use the most water and the best way to use less.
Save water in your garden
Use rainwater to water your plants
Saving water is a must in order to tackle summer droughts. Avid gardeners can use a water recovery system to benefit their plants, their lawn and the environment.
Aid for insects
You too can help protect bees!
Industrious bees are crucial to our survival. That's why we protect them – with your help.
Biodiversity
Nature conservation: gardening for diversity
Whether your own garden behind the house, allotment garden or balcony: if you plant ecologically and close to nature, you’re doing something for nature conservation and biodiversity.
Variety in nature
Biodiversity? Child’s play!
Children are curious and love nature: here’s how to teach them about biodiversity – whether it’s gardening, picking mushrooms or raising caterpillars.
