Pollution
Jerusalem, Tel Aviv become the most polluted major cities in the world from dust, urban emissions
The Health Ministry and the Environmental Protection Ministry both issued warnings, advising all to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and close any open windows.
Israel braces for high air pollution as dust from North Africa impacts air quality
Israel’s infrastructure paradox: Innovation without environmental foundations - opinion
Hadera approves major coal reduction at Orot Rabin power station, pollution expected to drop
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.
Does chronic exposure to air pollution increase risk of severe COVID-19? - study
A German study found that people in counties with higher levels of nitrogen dioxide may have been at increased risk of needing intensive care and mechanical ventilation if they contracted COVID-19.
Letters to the Editor May 25, 2022: Apples to oranges
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
Dust storm coats Jerusalem in sand for the second time in a month
Wind coming from an easterly direction has brought a dust storm from Jordan into Israel, causing the Health ministry to issue a warning for increased air pollution.
This is why we'll all be much more sick in the future - study
Scientists warn that in a warmer atmosphere, a result of rising global temperatures due to the climate crisis increases risk of disease to humans and plants.
High concentration of dust in the air leads to warning of air pollution risks
The Environmental Protection Ministry and the Health Ministry warned people with health risks to stay inside on Sunday.
