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2026 Programme

The SSF26 programme is centered on the theme “Thinking ahead” and focuses on key questions regarding transformation: How can sustainability be turned into a strategic opportunity? How can we strike a balance between growth, competitiveness, and sustainability? And what factors are crucial for a sustainable Switzerland?

11.00

Door opening and check-in

11.30

Opening Keynote

12.00

Panel Discussion

Room

HALL

Moderation

Damita Pressl

Small country, big leverage

Where Switzerland can make a difference — and needs to.

With: Holcim, HSG, Swisscleantech and Planted

German

Small country, big leverage

Where Switzerland can make a difference — and needs to.

Description follows

Speakers

Clemens Woegerbauer

Clemens Woegerbauer

Chief Sustainability Officer, Holcim

Fabian Etter

Fabian Etter

Co-President, Swisscleantech

Judith Walls

Judith Walls

Professor & Chair of Sustainability Management, University of St. Gallen

Pascal Bieri

Pascal Bieri

Co-Founder, Planted

Clemens Woegerbauer

Chief Sustainability Officer, Holcim

Clemens Wögerbauer is the CSO of Holcim (Schweiz) AG for the region Holcim Central Europe West. In this role he is responsible for all topics of sustainability including the focus topics decarbonization and circular economy. To tackle the key challenges of construction in our days from a linear to a circular economy, from a fossil based industry to a decarbonized industry and to drive innovation, forming solid partnerships with customers, start-ups, universities, NGOs and authorities is key.

Fabian Etter

Co-President, Swisscleantech

Fabian Etter is committed to advancing a competitive, resilient, and circular economy that consistently pursues net-zero goals. As an association president, advisor, speaker, and investor, he combines strategic thinking with operational execution. His track record spans strategy, business development, marketing, sustainability, and innovation, with experience across energy, construction, ICT, and public affairs. He is regarded as a well-connected doer who brings people together to drive impactful initiatives.

Judith Walls

Professor & Chair of Sustainability Management, University of St. Gallen

Judith Walls is Professor & Chair of Sustainability Management and Director at the Institute of Responsible Innovation, Sustainability and Energy (RISE), and the Delegate (Associate Dean) for Responsibility and Sustainability at the University of St.Gallen. She holds an MBA from the National University of Singapore, an MSc in Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health from the University of Edinburgh, a PhD in Management from RPI, and completed a post-doctoral research fellowship at the Erb Institute, University of Michigan.

Pascal Bieri

Co-Founder, Planted

Pascal Bieri is a co-founder and member of the Executive Board of Planted. He studied Business Innovation (M.A.) at the University of St. Gallen and subsequently spent five years in various roles at Migros Industrie, including three years in the United States. In 2019, he co-founded Planted, today Europe’s fastest-growing alternative protein scale-up. Planted develops sustainable plant-based protein products using proprietary structuring and fermentation technologies, with the aim of outperforming meat in taste, health, efficiency, and sustainability. Headquartered in Kemptthal, the company is B Corp certified and present in over 6,500 restaurants and more than 10,000 retail outlets across Europe. It works with leading retailers and food service partners in numerous European markets.

12.30

Lunch

14.00

Tracks

Parallel sessions

Constructing Tomorrow

Moderation

Kalina Oroschakoff

Constructing Tomorrow

Viable concepts for tomorrow's living spaces

With: ETH, die Mobiliar, UBS

Moderation

Kalina Oroschakoff

German

Constructing Tomorrow

Viable concepts for tomorrow's living spaces

How do visionary lighthouse projects become scalable solutions and deliver real economic benefits? The “Building the Future” stream shows how sustainable site development, climate-resilient urban concepts and innovation not only make ecological sense but also deliver financial returns. Those who invest in future-ready construction strategies today secure long-term competitive advantages. We illustrate this through concrete case studies and thought-provoking insights.

Artificial intelligence as a key technology

Moderation

Lukas Mäder

AI as a Key Technology

Strategic potential for sustainable transformation

With: BCG, EPFL, Google

Moderation

Lukas Mäder

German

AI as a Key Technology

Strategic potential for sustainable transformation

AI is more than a passing trend – it is a key lever for sustainable transformation. The “AI as a Key Technology” stream demonstrates how companies can use AI strategically: from data-driven decisions to promote biodiversity to applications with measurable impact. Which approaches truly pay off? And how can AI help achieve environmental and economic goals more effectively?

Resilient Value Creation

Moderation

Damita Pressl

Resilient Value Creation

Collaboration and innovation for long-term growth

With: BMW, Swisscom

Moderation

Damita Pressl

German

Resilient Value Creation

Collaboration and innovation for long-term growth

Sustainability and growth are not contradictory – provided collaboration and innovation go hand in hand. The “Resilient Value Creation” stream shows how strong alliances can make net-zero targets in the supply chain economically viable, and how agile production processes can simultaneously enhance efficiency and competitiveness. The examples make it clear: those aiming to future-proof value creation rely on partnerships and adaptable strategies.

15.30

Break

16.15

Sustainable Shapers Ceremony

Room

HALL

Moderation

Damita Pressl

Learn more about the award

17.00

Closing Keynote

17.30

Apéro & Meet the Speakers

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