Pollution
UAE launches Naseej initiative to tackle 220,000 tons of annual textile waste
Circular textile systems aim to keep garments and fibers in use for as long as possible through reuse, repair, resale, upcycling, recycling, and reduced waste.
The food that protects your lungs from air pollution
Breathing life into buildings: Israelis develop better ways to prevent indoor air pollution
'Silent murderer': Israel must deal with air pollution, epidemiological research finds
Noise pollution: An oft-overlooked invisible but harmful issue
Exposure to a level of noise exceeding 85 decibels can lead to a number of health-related consequences, meaning a much broader spectrum of problems than hearing impairment.
Is Haifa Bay air pollution linked to cancer? Israeli study suggest so
The study also underlines the urgency of evacuating the petrochemical industry from the site.
Bacteria could be used to fight plastic pollution - study
Researchers found that plastic pollution may contribute to the metabolic cycles of aquatic microorganisms.
Is silk a safe, biodegradable alternative to microplastics? Study says yes
Microplastics are used in a wide variety of products but their polluting effect on the environment is growing worse. Silk-based alternatives may be more affordable and safer.
Link between soil pollution and heart disease identified in new study
Soil pollution is defined as contamination of soil at higher than normal concentrations by waste materials of human origin that have adverse effects on human and ecosystem health.
Amount of pollution in Haifa Bay is still among the highest in Israel -study
The study compared levels of metals and other pollutants in new mothers living in Haifa and their infants and those in the center of the country shows differences.
Huge study shows air pollution greatly increases death risk - study
People exposed to above-average levels of outdoor air pollution have a 20% higher risk of death, and a 17% higher risk of death from heart disease.
What is the environmental impact of Israel's natural gas exploration?
By prioritizing natural gas rather than renewables, Israel is essentially saying that we prefer the comfort and convenience of the present generation over our grandchildren's future.
Helios to install solar panels on Klil plant
"The move will reduce electricity consumption by about a third and integrate with other projects to reduce the carbon footprint and support the environment," said Klil's chairman.
The climate crisis - what can we do?
Science indicates that the damage caused by global warming can be significantly reduced, but some of the necessary steps depend on the conduct of each and every one of us.
