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Generalsekretariat des Eidgenössischen Departements für Umwelt, Verkehr, Energie und Kommunikation (GS-UVEK)
Bern, CHImpact-drivenGovernmentClimate & Environmental ProtectionPublic Services
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees51 - 100
About Generalsekretariat des Eidgenössischen Departements für Umwelt, Verkehr, Energie und Kommunikation (GS-UVEK)
The Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC), known in German as GS-UVEK, serves as Switzerland's federal department overseeing infrastructure and environmental policy. Led by Federal Councillor Albert Rösti, DETEC's broad mandate covers key areas such as energy, transport, environment, spatial development, and communication. The department actively implements the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and plays a crucial role in energy security and strengthening critical infrastructure. DETEC shapes Switzerland's future with modern and efficient solutions.
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Sustainability Goals
Affordable & Clean Energy
Securing energy supply and promoting low-carbon energy
The Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) significantly contributes to Switzerland's energy security and promotes a low-carbon energy mix, including support for nuclear energy.
Funding energy-efficient industrial processes
The organization promotes energy- and resource-efficient industrial processes through the SWEETER funding instrument, strengthening sustainable resource management in industry.
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Protecting critical infrastructure and digital innovation
The Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) strengthens the protection of critical infrastructure against failures and advances digital policy through bodies like the Digital Switzerland Advisory Board.
Regulating communication and AI infrastructure
The organization manages the allocation of radio frequencies and the .ch internet domain, and co-hosts international AI summits to shape the future of artificial intelligence.
Climate Action
Promoting climate-friendly energy supply
The Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC) advocates for a low-carbon energy mix, which is crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to climate protection.
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FAQs
Q1How can interested individuals apply to GS-UVEK?
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The General Secretariat of DETEC (GS-UVEK) provides a central platform for job vacancies. Applicants can view and apply for open positions directly through the official federal career website at https://jobs.admin.ch/?lang=de&f=verwaltungseinheit:1083385.
Q2What are the main tasks and responsibilities of GS-UVEK?
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As the General Secretariat of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications, GS-UVEK is responsible for Switzerland's infrastructure and environmental policy. It plans and shapes the country's energy, communication, and transport flows, overseeing key areas such as environment, spatial development, and digital policy.
Q3How is GS-UVEK committed to sustainability and the SDGs?
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The department is deeply involved in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its SDGs, particularly in affordable and clean energy (SDG 7), industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9), and climate action (SDG 13). It also promotes energy- and resource-efficient industrial processes through the SWEETER funding instrument.
Q4What kind of work environment does GS-UVEK offer its employees?
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DETEC offers a modern and flexible work environment where employees can contribute their own ideas and are supported in their development. They work on challenging and long-term projects that contribute to Switzerland's high quality of life and often serve as global benchmarks.
Q5How many employees work at DETEC?
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The Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC), which includes GS-UVEK, employs over 2,500 individuals across seven federal offices. These employees are dedicated daily to shaping Switzerland's future.
