Examples
As fast as the wind
Throughout the pandemic, I often went jogging on Käferberg, which offered me peace and protection. After the 2022 storm, it hurt me to see how the forest had been destroyed. This fueled my desire to protect it, particularly against the storms and pests that are increasing due to climate change.
Monika, 54, Zurich
Cross-country skiing to the Volg
In winter, I love going to the mountains with my siblings. Our highlight is to go shopping with our grandparents' cross-country skis. With the warmer winters, this will soon no longer be possible and our family tradition will be lost. That's why climate protection is particularly important to me.
Isa, 26, Sils
Having a blast in the grass
After school, I love hanging out with friends in the backyard. I want to protect the climate because I'm worried that our play area might dry up with hotter summers, and we won't be able to play there anymore.
Flori, 9, Zurich
Houses drowning
Climate protection is particularly close to my heart, as climate change not only jeopardises us, but also our cultural heritage. Switzerland has so many beautiful old towns whose houses are threatened by flooding due to heavy rain.
Lia, 28, Ascona
Wine from home!
Wine is part of Switzerland's cultural heritage. In Valais, people started cultivating vineyards 2500 years ago! But climate change, with more frequent extreme weather events and increased susceptibility to pests, poses an increasing threat to the grapes. I hope that sufficient climate protection and adaptation measures will be taken so that Swiss wine can be preserved.
Thomas, 41, Wallis
Tomatoes from the home garden
I grow flowers, tasty vegetables, fruit and herbs in my garden. My garden helps the climate because I buy less imported food by growing my own. Climate protection is particularly important to me because I want to leave a healthy planet to my children and grandchildren.
Margrit, 81, Zug
Bike? Oh yeah!
I want to protect the climate because we have already destroyed so much of the planet. Cars and planes contribute massively to climate change with their CO2 emissions. That's why I'm generally commuting by bike. I also think that Zurich should definitely become even more bike-friendly!
Sara, 17, Zurich
Pizza forever
Vegan pizza – amazing! That's why, and above all because it's definitely more climate-friendly than a pizza prosciutto, I only eat the vegan version. Why do I care about the climate? Because there is no pizza on a dead planet.
Nico, 23, Giubiasco
Outside with the boys
To tackle the climate crisis, we need to restore our relationship with nature. That is why I am committed to preserving natural recreational areas, both in my professional and private life.
John, 31, Sarnen