Pollution

Israel braces for high air pollution as dust from North Africa impacts air quality

Israel braces for high air pollution this weekend from a dust storm. Health authorities warn sensitive groups to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities until Monday.

Israel's Health Ministry.
Gaps in Israel’s grid capacity, public transport systems, waste treatment facilities, and regulatory frameworks mean that many innovations to improve the environment cannot be deployed at a meaningful scale.

Israel’s infrastructure paradox: Innovation without environmental foundations - opinion

A GENERAL view of Israel Electric Corp's Orot Rabin coal-fired power station is seen on the Mediterranean coast near the central town of Hadera April 24, 2013.

Hadera approves major coal reduction at Orot Rabin power station, pollution expected to drop

The Yarkon River Authority establishing a monitoring system for pollution in the Yarkon River.

Advanced pollution monitoring begins in the Yarkon River


New study links air pollution to increased autism risk

Researchers find that exposure to nitric oxide during pregnancy can disrupt fetal brain development.

 Air Pollution from Chemical Industry on the St. Clair River at Port Huron, Michigan.

Autumn brings dust storms – how to cope

As the seasons change, dust storms are inevitable. Here are expert tips from Dyson to help you get through safely and stay healthy.

 Air pollution

Pollution kills more than tobacco, malnutrition, can shorten life expectancy by two years - study

Study shows that exposure to air pollution can decrease average life expectancy by two years, and can have a long-lasting effect on public health and economic stability,

 People walk in front of India Gate on a smoggy morning in New Delhi, India, December 18, 2023.

WATEC Israel 2024: New technologies in water crisis

Against worsening global water crisis: WATEC Israel 2024 conference in Jerusalem to unveil new technologies and approaches that may save the world.

 WATEC Israel 2019 conference

Indoor air quality: How to improve the air you breathe at home

Discover tips for enhancing indoor air quality and why it's crucial for health and well-being, according to a recent Dyson study.


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.


Surprise: Hybrids reduce pollution almost as much as electric cars

A German institute tested electric, plug-in, gasoline, and diesel vehicles for emissions. Electric cars emit the least CO2, with some conditions.


Choosing an air purification system: A guide to breathing easy

Understanding the types of air purification systems, their effectiveness, and the importance of pre-purchase research and monitoring air quality.


Air pollution during pregnancy linked to low birth weights, according to an Israeli meta-analysis

More Israelis chose pro-environment activities for Lag Ba’omer this year.

 Heavy industry air pollution (illustartion)

Green to tech: A revolutionary transformation in Israel

From environmental hazard to high-tech hub: The remarkable rebirth of a factory