Here you will find information to better understand the Institute, the spirit that drives it, and the writings that mark and inspire the fulfillment of its mission.
Brochures – Publication
Institute À Ciel Ouvert Presentation Brochure
Discover the brochure of Institut À Ciel Ouvert – Science & Spirituality, a Swiss foundation dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between the natural sciences, the humanities, and metaphysical reflection. Through its research activities, teaching programs, and public events, the Institute explores major questions related to the origin of life, the Universe, consciousness, time, and humanity’s place within the living world. An invitation to rethink the connections between science, philosophy, and spirituality.
Conferences – Video
Conference “Beyond the Anthropocene?” – Anne Fremaux
Anne Fremaux examines what it truly means to move beyond the Anthropocene, through a profound questioning of our relationship with living beings and the Earth. She explores the need to rethink our institutions, our economies, and our ways of “living well,” opening the path toward a form of green republicanism that reconciles freedom, ecological justice, and responsibility toward future generations. An invitation to imagine a post-capitalist future as a condition for a fully meaningful life.
University of Geneva, March 17, 2026.
Interviews – Video
A question for Anne Fremaux
What form of freedom should we promote in order to preserve the conditions that make the Earth habitable?
Anne Fremaux, a philosophy agrégée and doctor in political ecology, answers this question…
Interviews – Article, Publication
Le Temps: «There is a risk that the United States may move toward a form of theocracy.»
At the age of 100, former Geneva banker and philanthropist Yves Oltramare shares a clear-eyed view of today’s world. He expresses particular concern about possible developments in the United States and the risks linked to the rise of artificial intelligence. He also reflects on the life principles that have contributed to his longevity.
Article published by Madeleine von Holzen in Le Temps on February 20, 2026.
Roundtable – Video
Aftermovie of the Round Table on the Anthropocene
Relive the highlights of the Round Table on the Anthropocene through this aftermovie.
This moment of dialogue opened up a deep reflection on the philosophical, spiritual, and ecological challenges of our time—an era marked by humanity’s decisive impact on the Earth. By questioning dominant narratives, exploring the transformation of our ways of living, and considering the role of spirituality in the face of environmental crises, this gathering invites us to rethink how we inhabit the world.