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The FHNW is one of Switzerland's leading universities of applied sciences. Its ten schools are active in teaching, research, continuing education and services \u2013 innovatively and with a practical orientation. Its wide range of courses, practical focus, application-oriented and innovative research and global network make the FHNW an attractive and diverse educational institution, a sought-after partner for industry and an appealing employer in north-west Switzerland.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The FHNW comprises ten universities in the fields of applied psychology, architecture, construction and geomatics, design and art, computer science, life sciences, music, teacher training, social work, technology and the environment, and economics. The FHNW campuses are located in the four cantons of Aargau, Basel-Landschaft, Basel-Stadt and Solothurn.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Over 13,000 students are enrolled at the FHNW. Around 1,200 lecturers impart practical and market-oriented knowledge in 34 Bachelor's and 20 Master's degree programmes as well as in numerous continuing education courses. FHNW graduates are sought-after specialists.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In addition to education, application-oriented research and development is a high priority at the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland FHNW. Together with national and international partners from industry, business, culture, administration and institutions, the FHNW implements research projects and participates in European research programs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Swiss Sustainability Challenge highlights FHNW\u2019s long-standing expertise in the field of sustainability. This experience is being continuously developed and expanded in alignment with the university\u2019s strategic focus area <\/span>\u00abZero Emission\u00bb<\/u><\/strong><\/a> as part of FHNW Strategy 2035 \u2013<\/span> and shared with society. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Pax, Swiss Life Insurance Company Ltd<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Pax, Swiss Life Insurance Company Ltd, is a life and pension insurance company based in Basel. It operates exclusively in the Swiss market and focuses on solutions for private and occupational pension provision. Pax distributes its products through independent partners, which it supports through advisory centres and regional sales offices. The company employs around 300 people. Pax is organised as a cooperative under the umbrella of Pax Holding and can determine its own development independently. The interests of the customers and members of the cooperative, who participate in the economic success of Pax, are at the centre of its activities. Credible, forward-looking, direct \u2013 this is how Pax shapes its relationship with its customers, partners and employees. Thinking and acting sustainably is part of Pax's corporate identity \u2013 and has always been an important basis for the company's management decisions. As a cooperative, Pax is convinced that only a company that operates sustainably can achieve long-term success.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Swiss Sustainability Challenge of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland is a perfect match for Pax. This is because the programme promotes the development and implementation of projects related to sustainability. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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BaselCircular strengthens the circular economy in the Basel region. This public-private partnership between the Canton of Basel-Stadt and the Eckenstein-Geigy Foundation supports start-ups and businesses in their transition from linear to circular business models, connects relevant stakeholders, provides knowledge and resources, and promotes innovation in the field of the circular economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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With the support of BaselCircular, the Swiss Sustainability Challenge can expand its offering in the field of the circular economy in a targeted manner. This includes topic-specific workshops, mentoring and coaching, the further development of tools, and a special prize for an outstanding project in the field of the circular economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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