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Matot Massei: What difference does it make where we live?

Our environment sets a tone for our lives.

Matot Massei: What difference does it make where we live?

Israeli researchers warn deadly epidemic threatens coral reefs

Studies from Tel Aviv University reveal epidemic is killing off a species key to the survival of coral reefs in the Red Sea, Mediterranean.

Israeli researchers warn deadly epidemic threatens coral reefs

When will the price of disposable goods come down?

Liberman's tax will have remained in place for just over a year.

When will the price of disposable goods come down?

Watch: Biden whispers, then starts screaming during speech

The President returned to what has been labeled as his 'creepy whisper' during a speech on the environment in Seattle.

Watch: Biden whispers, then starts screaming during speech

Why do environmentalists ignore Palestinian abuses?

The Sierra Club reinstated its Israel tours. But why does it stand by when the PA attacks the air, water and natural resources? Op-ed.

Why do environmentalists ignore Palestinian abuses?

Israel eyes broad reduction in carbon emissions

The Cabinet is considering a plan that would slash Israel's carbon emissions by more than 80% by 2050,.

Israel eyes broad reduction in carbon emissions

Green New Deal - 'False feeling of economic stability'

As Dems prepare to put 'Green New Deal' in motion and pour more money into environmental causes, the risk of inflation may become reality.

Green New Deal - 'False feeling of economic stability'

'Biden pandering to elite friends' - 21 states sue Pres for scrapping of Keystone Pipeline

Montana Attorney General attacks Biden for shutting down a 10-year project initiated by Congress and scrapped by the new president.

'Biden pandering to elite friends' - 21 states sue President

Some beaches open after tar pollution

Interior, Environment, and Health Ministries approve resuming water sport activities and activities on some beaches.

Some beaches open after tar pollution

Weekly Torah Study: Genetics and environment

It's not only nurture, it is also nature that plays a role in choosing a bride.

Weekly Torah Study: Genetics and environment

Jerusalem and the post-Corona Culture of Clean

Jerusalem can be more golden if we use the lockdown, when the city was noticeably cleaner, as a 'tipping point' and keep it that way. Op-ed.

Jerusalem and the post-Corona Culture of Clean

KKL signs agreement with Argentine provinces

Two Argentine provinces will get advice on environmental issues from KKL.

KKL signs agreement with Argentine provinces

New campaign aims to bring solar-powered lighting to Africa

Hanergy's innovative thin-film solar-powered 'Humbrella' may increase access to clean and free electricity.

New campaign aims to bring solar-powered lighting to Africa

'The 'settlements' are a fait accompli'

Gush Etzion Regional Council head argues there is no reason not to declare sovereignty over the Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

'The 'settlements' are a fait accompli'

Watch: Baby chimp rescued from wild life traffickers

BBC investigates the brutal world of chimpanzee trafficking

Watch: Baby chimp rescued from wild life traffickers

New Israeli city to have green-only schools

New city of 50,000, adjacent to Arab towns on the southern Galilee border, will be environmentally friendly.

First time ever: New Israeli city to have green-only schools

Olive oil byproduct is threatening the environment

Improper disposal of Alpechín - an acidic byproduct generated during olive oil production - is wreaking havoc on Israel's trees.

Dying trees: Olive oil byproduct is threatening the environment

Prince Charles: Syria war linked to climate change

Heir to British throne links years-long drought to Syrian civil war which followed, ahead of global climate summit in Paris.

Prince Charles says Syria war linked to climate change

New Program to Get Israelis on Their Bikes

The government is working to encourage commuters to take public transportation or use bicycles in congested cities in central Israel.

New Program to Get Israelis on Their Bikes

Revealed: Most Polluting Factories in Israel

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

Revealed: Most Polluting Factories in Israel

'Green' Efrat To Turn Down Streetlight Costs

Efrat taking yet another step towards turning itself into the “greenest” town in Israel.

'Green' Efrat Comes Up With Another Money-Saving Idea

'International Cleanup Day'

"Clean Up The World" campaign looks to inspire communities to clean up, fix up, and conserve their environment.

Israel To Partake in 'International Cleanup Day'

New Pollution Plan Revives 'Cash for Clunkers'

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

New Govt. Pollution Plan Revives 'Cash for Clunkers'

UN Food Program Director: Can Men Plan for Future?

Ertharin Cousin took part in the President's Conference and tried to answer some troubling questions.

UN Food Program Director: Can Humans Plan for Future?

'Extinct' Frog Appears in Israel

An ‘extinct’ frog makes a comeback in Israel’s Hula Valley, becoming a unique ‘living fossil.' A change from archaeological finds.

'Extinct' Frog Appears in Israel

Customs Inspectors Prevent 'Frog Terror Attack'

Customs inspectors at Ben Gurion Airport nabbed a smuggler who had attempted to bring some 30 poison dart frogs into the country

Ben Gurion Customs Inspectors Prevent 'Frog Terror Attack'

CleanTech - Int'l. "Green" Conference and Expo

The 17th annual international event for Clean Technologies took place this week in Tel Aviv.

CleanTech 2013 in Israel - Int'l "Green" Conference and Expo

Video: Israeli Produces Cardboard Bicycle

A self-described bicycle freak from a moshav near Netanya has produced a cardboard bike he wants to peddle for about $20.

Video: Israeli Produces Cardboard Bicycle

New Guidelines May Sink EU Biofuels Industry

Rising food prices have prompted the EU to rethink a policy of support for growing biofuels.

EU Finds  All That's Green Is Not Always Environment-Friendly

Fire Moves Underground, Continues to Burn

A fire that broke out in a northern town in May has still not been put out – and is continuing to burn underground

Northern Fire Moves Underground, Continuing to Burn Since May

SodaStream Starts a Sizzle with Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola is suing Israel-based SodaStream for using its bottles in their environmental ads highlighting plastic bottles as waste.

Israeli Soda Company Starts a Sizzle with Coca-Cola

Firefighters Work to Prevent Haifa Chemical Fire

A dozen firefighting crews worked for long hours Thursday morning to prevent what could have been a major chemical fire in Haifa

Firefighters Work to Prevent Haifa Chemical Fire

IDF Turns Out the Lights for ‘Earth Day’

The IDF imposed a literal blackout for one hour Monday night to participate in Earth Day and raise awareness of a natural environment.

IDF Turns Out the Lights for ‘Earth Day’

Jerusalem Controversy over Fast Route to Tel Aviv

A faster route to Tel Aviv from Jerusalem has environmental protection groups unhappy. Protest planned.

Jerusalem Controversy over Fast Route to Tel Aviv

Canada, Others Threaten EU With Retaliation

The EU's attempt to pressure other countries into stronger environmental measures is encountering resistance.

EU Environmental Drive Arouses Animosity and Internal Resistance

Tu B’Shvat Goes ‘Modern Green’

The Tu B’Shvat holiday traditionally is celebrated by planting trees to make Israel green. Environmentalists add new meanings.

Tu B’Shvat Goes ‘Modern Green’

Fighting Fire with… Goats?

Climate Change & Forest Fires conference hears novel ideas for prevention of forest fires.

Fighting Fire with… Goats?

'Greening’ is for Environment, not Hamas

The IDF is trying to educate Arabs in Judea and Samaria to make their cities green, which happens to be the same color as the Hamas flag.

'Greening’ is for Environment, not Hamas

EU to Go Ahead with Carbon Tax on Airlines

The EU and the US are on a confrontation course over the EU carbon tax designed to reduce pollution by airplanes.

US Threatens Retaliation for EU Carbon Tax on Airlines

MK: Lower the Mosque Noise!

The government will discuss a law that would require mosques to temper the prayer announcements made by muezzins at Islamic prayer times.

MK: Lower the Mosque Noise, People Have the Right to Sleep