Global warming
UN backs world court climate opinion, Israel, US among few to oppose
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said the vote, in which 28 countries abstained, underscored that governments are responsible for protecting citizens from the "escalating climate crisis."
China finds bigger role as US sidesteps Brazil climate summit - analysis
Israeli breakthrough: The technology that could save the planet from global warming
Air conditioning: Controlling the weather living in a brutally hot country - comment
Is climate change causing ‘divorce’ among Albatross birds? - study
The albatross is regarded as one of the most “romantic” species in the animal kingdom. Their love lives – specifically their mating dance – has long been a subject of scientific interest.
Nations overusing natural resources faster than they replenish them - study
The frightening trend has the potential to affect ecosystems and further the deprivation of resources among impoverished populations.
Climate change is raising Earth’s lower atmosphere - study
Greenhouse gas emissions are the primary culprit of the atmospheric rise. As greenhouse gases continue to trap heat in the atmosphere, the rise has continued to record levels.
China, Saudi seek to block anti-fossil fuel language in UN climate deal
Saudi Arabia is a major crude producer and the de facto head of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries.
Current global temperature rises ‘unprecedented’ over last 24,000 years - study
The study showed that over the last 150 years, rates of temperature rise surpassed the rate of changes in climate from more than the last 24,000 years.
Tel Aviv University to build model for carbon neutrality
The Green Campus Committee, led by TAU president Prof. Ariel Porat, will formulate a strategic plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions on campus.
Climate misinformation on Facebook abundant, on the rise -study
Facebook has been used to spread COVID-related misinformation, propagate a diversity of conspiracy theories and even influence democratic elections.
Israeli startup develops balloons to fight global warming
High Hopes Labs developed a balloon system that captures the carbon where it has almost solidified, far above the Earth.
Climate Change set to impact crop growth by 2030 - study
Under warmer climate conditions, maize crop yields are projected to decline 24%, but wheat production may grow about 17% by 2030.
Bennett at COP26: Israeli startups should focus energy on climate change
The conference has been hailed by some international leaders as the “last, best hope” to produce policy needed to keep global warming within 1.5 degrees Celsius during this century.
