Most up-to-date news from the Swiss Federal #Research Laboratories for #materialsscience and #technology.Interdisciplinary research institute of the ETH Domain. Empa conducts cutting-edge materials and technology research.

Core values

- **Environmental Impact**: The project assesses and aims to reduce the high environmental pollution caused by material consumption, which is crucial for sustainable development and minimizing ecological footprint[1].
- **Resource Efficiency**: It evaluates the efficiency of material and energy resources, which helps in developing strategies for sustainable resource management and reducing the demand for primary resources through recycling and energy recovery[1].
- **Quality of Life**: By addressing the entire life cycle of materials, the project contributes to maintaining and improving the standard of living in Switzerland while minimizing negative environmental impacts[1].
- **Future Planning**: The project provides a basis for assessing material and energy efficiency over time and estimating future developments, which is essential for long-term sustainability and planning[1].