Office for Environment

The Office for Environment contributes to environmental preservation and restoration by rigorously enforcing existing environmental, energy, and water protection legislation. Its core responsibilities include monitoring environmental quality and keeping the public informed about the state of the environment. The Office provides information and advice on environmental and energy issues. It works in collaboration with municipalities, companies, individuals, and specialized agencies from other cantons and the federal government. The Office for Environment is dedicated to promoting sustainable development in our canton and implementing effective energy and climate policies.