A Swiss community living on 2,000 watts
About this episode
The episode explores how a Swiss community limits energy use to 2,000 watts while enhancing quality of life through design and cooperation.
Send us Fan Mail What does a good life look like when you cap your energy use at 2,000 watts? We take you inside Zurich’s "Hunziker Areal", a car‑free, cooperative neighbourhood turning a bold climate target into liveable daily routines. From shared workshops and tool libraries to efficient buildings and smart mobility, we unpack how design and community can shrink environmental impact while expanding comfort, connection, and choice. If you would like to see the a video of the Hunziker Areal ...
Topics covered
- energy use
- sustainable living
- community design
- climate solutions
- urban planning
Keywords
- energy consumption
- sustainability
- cooperative living
- climate targets
- smart mobility
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Zurich, Hunziker Areal
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