Pollution

Mega sandstorm brings with it suffocating air pollution

Health Ministry warns sensitive public to batten down the hatches at home, as dust pollution levels spike to as high as 9 times average.

Heavy winds, haze shutter Eilat airport; Air pollution sky-high

Air pollution 15-25 times higher than normal on Wednesday, downing trees and reducing visibility.

Drastic Drop in Air Pollution over Yom Kippur

Environmental protection ministry notes strong drop in air pollution around Israel over holiday, primarily due to reduced traffic.

Air Pollution Falls As War, Revolution Rises in Middle East

War may be bad for people, but it's apparently a good way to battle climate change, a report says.

Health Ministry Takes Back Some Haifa Cancer Claims

The ministry no longer links air pollution to child cancer rates, but does link them to cancer in adults.

Standoff: Haifa Mayor Blocks Chemical Plants with Garbage Trucks

Municipal garbage trucks still blocking entrances to a refinery and four chemical plants in standoff over carcinogens.

Weather Report: Expect a Wintry Weekend

Rain, cold expected to dominate in north and center, with heavy air pollution continuing in Jerusalem and Negev through tonight.

Pollution in Tehran Sends 400 to Hospital

Almost 400 people hospitalized with problems caused by heavy air pollution in Tehran, with nearly 1,500 others requiring treatment.

Israel on Yom Kippur: Clean of Sins - and Clean Air

Once again this year, Israelis were able to breathe easier on Yom Kippur, with pollution falling as much as 99% in many areas.

Activist: 'United' Bonfires Bring Understanding, Cleaner Air

A Tel Aviv organization suggests 'uniting' community bonfires - so people can get to know each other, and to save the environment

Bus Company to Pay for 'Choking' Passengers

Passengers at 'the most polluted site in Israel' can expect some cash relief, a Jerusalem court ruled.

Health Ministry: J-M Bus Depot Most Polluted Site in Israel

Israelis taking the bus from the the Jerusalem Central Bus Depot should stay off the boarding platforms, the Health Ministry said

Revealed: Most Polluting Factories in Israel

Environmental Protection Ministry names names of top polluters. Electric Company terms report ‘inaccurate.’

Israel to Get Tough on Air Pollution

The government on Sunday authorized a major plan to battle air pollution in Israel, approving a NIS 140 million program

New Govt. Pollution Plan Revives 'Cash for Clunkers'

The government is set to authorize on Sunday a major plan to battle air pollution in Israel.

Mimouna, Bread, and Dust Storms: Pesach Concludes in Israel

Israelis were wrapping up the Passover holiday on Monday evening

Study: Pollution May Cause Low Birth Weight

For pregnant women, breathing in air pollution from vehicles and coal power plants increases the risk of having a low birth weight baby.

Environmentalists Won't Stop 'Choking Child' Shock Phone Calls

Israel's Green Party is refusing to halt its 'shock campaign,' in which a choking child is heard pleading for an end to air pollution

Tehran Governor Orders City's Shutdown

Schools, government buildings in the Iranian capital will be closed on Saturday for the second time in a month due to high air pollution.

TAU Links Air Pollution to Recurrent Heart Attacks

A 19 year study of 1120 initial heart attack victims revealed air pollution increased chances of recurrence by 43%; strokes by more

Gillard Charred By Carbon Tax

Liberal-Conservative Coalition Takes 20% Lead In Aussie Polls

Voter anger at the carbon tax imposed by the Gillard government has made Australian Labor a distinct underdog.

IDF Lowered Air Pollution in Jenin

Destruction of 32 illegal charcoal production sites improved air quality in the region.

Breathe Deep: Clean Air Law Goes into Force

From January 1, a comprehensive set of prohibitions and obligations applies to pollution sources in Israel.

Haifa Residents '30% More Likely to Get Cancer'

A Knesset committee received worrisome data regarding the incidence of cancer in the northern port city.

Arab Pollution Sources to be Closed

Illegal Arab-made coal from the Shomron causes tremendous air pollution. The good news: Many of the pirate facilities will finally be closed down.

Charge: PA Pollution Ruins River

Pollution from PA villages is ruining natural spaces in the Binyamin region, and the government is allowing it to happen, residents accuse.

Touring the Old City? Take a Bus, or Walk

Residents of the Old City are not sure about the new traffic arrangements to the Western Wall and environs, but are willing to give them a chance.

Jordan River: Drying Up?

Environmentalists are warning that the legendary Jordan River is drying up – fast – partly due to misguided efforts to save it.

Infrastructure Minister: PA Arabs Contaminating Our Water

National Infrastructure Minister MK Uzi Landau: Arabs are receiving clean water from us and are returning sewage. This is ruining the environment