environmental issues

New study exposes the global injustice of the climate crisis: Countries that emit the least greenhouse gases suffer the most severe health damage

A survey in 25 countries found that only 42% of Israelis see the climate crisis as a serious threat – the lowest rate in the sample; terrorism (89%) and infectious diseases (55%) are higher in the order of priorities. In Turkey, this increased to 70% compared to 47%

Many studies already indicate that our heavy use of plastic has impacts on our health. A new report highlights the risks of living near petrochemical facilities that produce raw materials for the industry.

A new Israeli study finds that sandwiches and meals that children don't finish are a major cause of food waste – but a direct connection to the land and food production could change the picture.

Even before nature conservation was a familiar concept, Dr. Uzi Paz already saw reserves and streams as cultural assets that needed to be protected. He dedicated his life to nature and left behind a legacy and vision.

On the occasion of the end of his term as Envoy for Climate Change and Sustainability, Ambassador Gideon Bachar explains how climate diplomacy, regional resilience, and collaborations in the areas of water, food security, and Israeli innovation can determine whether the region will weather the crisis.

UIC study in npj Climate and Atmospheric Science indicates up to 75% increase in Sahara precipitation and a regional wetting trend — with spatial variability requiring preparation for floods and droughts

The economy functions as if electricity is a given, but heat waves are breaking demand records, power lines are heating up, and solar power is disappearing at critical times. What appears to be a technical malfunction could turn into an economic and social crisis costing billions.

Launch of the Red Book of Israeli Reptiles reveals sharp decline in the distribution of the wood lizard; experts call for increased protection of Mediterranean habitats and public awareness

Parrotfish are herbivores that grind down algae and stone, contribute up to ~70% of the sand on tropical beaches, maintain reefs—and also exhibit unique behaviors such as a mucous “sleeping bag” and early storm prediction.

While wild boars have become part of the urban fabric, research by Tel Aviv University and the Technion reveals that in well-off neighborhoods, more reports are registered with the municipal hotline – and therefore receive more treatment, while in disadvantaged neighborhoods

New study reveals active reuse of by-products in businesses in Wadi Ara – but points to an urgent need for a platform, infrastructure and a change in mindset to expand the movement

A new Israeli study simulates oil spill scenarios and shows: In the deep sea, the damage to bottom creatures is more severe and the recovery time is longer – up to three to five years even at low pollutant concentrations. While the headlines focus on what

Behind urban afforestation and sparkling green corners lie high water and energy consumption, pressures on desert systems, and difficult questions about sustainability. Is this ecological restoration – or urban greenwashing?

Israeli research reveals that wild plants growing under extreme desert conditions absorb high levels of strontium – offering a natural solution for dealing with nuclear disasters and radioactive fallout

Dr. Tom Schlesinger explains how tiny, fragile creatures create vast ecosystems, why they are sensitive to the climate crisis, and how his childhood in Eilat led him to explore one of the great secrets of the sea.

It lives a long life without aging, does not lose muscle mass, does not weaken, and does not get cancer. It is the animal whose genes we would all like to have, and no, it is not a mole, it is a rat. The questions

Climate crisis is causing a significant increase in the spread of mosquitoes, especially the Asian tiger mosquito – which raises the risk of early outbreaks of tropical diseases such as dengue fever and chikungunya in Israel as well.

With a population of only about 200 individuals, the biblical eagle is critically endangered in Israel. Despite conservation efforts, poisoning, electrocution, and climate change threaten it, while it plays a critical role in the ecosystem as a cleaner.

They weigh less than a speck of dust and seem hopeless against the wind. New research reveals the flight secrets of some of nature's tiniest flying creatures, which could improve their effectiveness as pest control agents.

Extreme heat waves force airlines to cancel flights, change schedules and face heavy costs. This was one of the reasons why Wizz Air stopped operating in Abu Dhabi. Will there be future

In a warming world and a city without shade, choosing the right trees is far more than an aesthetic consideration. Innovative catalog offers open and accessible information to decision makers and the public with the goal of cooling the streets