Environmental Protection Ministry
Malfunction in Ashdod sewage plant causes Hydrogen sulfide leaks in Yavne
According to Maariv, a joint ministry-STP investigation into the complaint revealed a “significant malfunction” in the site’s biological treatment system, caused by prohibited sewage entering.
Jerusalem, Tel Aviv become the most polluted major cities in the world from dust, urban emissions
Trash burning in Palestinian towns poses severe health risk to nearby Israelis, local leaders claim
Israel braces for high air pollution as dust from North Africa impacts air quality
Hadera approves major coal reduction at Orot Rabin power station, pollution expected to drop
The reduction in coal dust pollution is expected to be significant, about 80% of current levels, and the monitoring will enable close oversight of emissions and pollutants.
Israel wasted 2.6 million tons of food in 2024, worth $7.2 billion
“In Israel, where food expenditure is relatively high compared internationally, food loss constitutes one of the components affecting the cost of living,” the report said.
High pollution levels found at several streams in northern, eastern Israel, ministries confirm
The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries advised against entering the water at several points due to a high level of bacterial contamination.
'Pirate trash fires': IDF, Civil Admin. work to dismantle illegal waste sites in West Bank
New data provided by Israel's Civil Administration has revealed that the cross-border environmental crisis is escalating dramatically, nearly tripling complaints from Israeli residents.
Israel Police raid Bat Yam home, seize dozens of protected marine species
A sting operation in Bat Yam exposed illegal trafficking of sea urchins and mollusks.
Fire-prevention technologies used around the world: Why not in Israel?
These innovations are saving forests, parks, and entire cities from devastating fires.
Environmental Protection Ministry issues high air pollution warning for most of Israel
Dust blowing in from Egypt has caused a high air pollution warning in the majority of Israel. Here's how you can best protect yourself.
Agricultural productivity down, food waste up since outbreak of Israel-Hamas War - report
The combined effects of less access to agricultural land and fewer foreign and Palestinian workers have pushed Israeli agriculture to the brink.
Israel does not promote electric vehicle transition, causing suffocation
Limited truck pollution enforcement and electric vehicle incentives, inadequate charging stations. Transportation Ministry addressing issues, Environmental Protection Ministry not responding.
Think twice before lighting a bonfire: How to celebrate Lag Ba’Omer safely and differently
The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries have urged those who celebrate to ensure safety and health and protect the environment.