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We will be glad to assist the media in their research and to arrange interviews with our in-house experts. Both media representatives and freelancers are very welcome to visit our research sites and study plots all over the country.

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A tranquil floodplain surrounded by fresh, green leaves. In the background, two swans swim on the water's surface. The gentle flooding of light creates a peaceful atmosphere in nature.
05.03.2026

How to design calm in noisy places

How can a noisy local recreation area be improved when the noise is unavoidable? A new WSL fact sheet shows what can make a difference.

A river winds its way through a green landscape surrounded by trees and mountains. Small gravel islands are visible in the water, which shimmers in various shades of blue. The sky is clear and blue.
03.03.2026

Floodplains under pressure

WSL researchers have investigated where floodplain species will survive in the future. The conclusion: planning needs to be adapted.

The image features young silver fir seedlings growing amid green moss on a forest floor, surrounded by small clover plants. The scene illustrates a vibrant, natural environment.
02.03.2026

Swiss forests struggle with the next generation

Do Swiss forests have enough young trees, and will these grow well in the future? WSL provides answers in the forestry magazine SZF.

A person in a red jacket and black beanie is positioned beside a snow pit, connecting a device to a black box. Snow-covered mountains rise in the background. The scene captures research or measurement activities in a winter landscape.
02.03.2026

New theory for rapid measurement of snow density

The SLF has developed a basis for measuring snow density using infrared light, with implications for climate and avalanche research.

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