The climate crisis

A new study seeks to highlight a point that worries public health experts: Not only is “average temperature” rising due to the climate crisis, but extreme weather patterns that have already occurred in the past may also return – and when they do

The Trump administration chooses to continue being addicted to black gold instead of using existing technologies for renewable energy. This is the destructive power of fossil fuels. Commentary. Zvi website

Dam levels are dropping, over-pumping is causing land subsidence, and the government is looking for solutions – from water imports to diversion projects and cloud seeding. * The crisis, which is a direct result of the global climate crisis with the worsening

New research in the Amazon reveals: Not only greenhouse gases affect global warming, but also particles in the air

While the government is promoting the construction of waste-to-energy facilities, it is interesting to know that in Jerusalem, garbage was already burned more than a century ago, and we have something to learn from this. Opinion

Heat waves, high humidity and increasing reliance on cooling towers and air conditioning create a breeding ground for Legionella bacteria, leading to recurrent outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease in New York, Ontario and other areas – a serious health threat

An old-new design approach proposes reducing reliance on air-conditioning technologies through smart use of the environment. Is this what will lead the construction industry in an era of global warming?

A new UN report maps the world's drought hotspots – from Africa and the Panama Canal to the Mediterranean basin – and warns of growing damage to water supplies, food security and economic stability, which is also

New study reveals 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 priority. 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.

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