Environment & Climate Change

News, analysis and commentary from Israel and across the globe on Environment & climate change and its impact on weather, business, politics, rising sea levels, and the food we consume.

The Environment and Climate Change portal is supported by the Goldman Sonnenfeldt School
of Sustainability and Climate Change at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.

Israeli, international researchers find medications infected Eilat's coral

Researchers found antibiotics and laxatives in corals at a depth of 40 meters - with Sulfamethoxazole being identified across 93% of the sampled corals.

 At a mind-body retreat for Supernova survivors, Ied by the writer with yoga master Eitam Baum.

Dead Sea: Healing Israel’s society and nature at the lowest point on Earth

With an extraordinary understanding of the Dead Sea’s natural ecosystem, the project is uniquely positioned to harness the therapeutic power of nature.

By NOAM BEDEIN
23/09/2024

Israel, US to innovate clean energy technologies under renewed bipartisan legislation

The bipartisan legislation is an expansion upon the current US-Israel energy cooperation program and will increase the funding and longevity of the program until 2034. 

Central Europe braces for further flooding 'apocalypse' as death toll rises

"I was just very, very afraid... I ran away because the water was rising very quickly near the house," one survivor said.

16/09/2024

Sunken village emerges in Greece as drought dries up lake

The shrinking Lake Mornos in Greece reveals remnants of the village Kallio submerged since 1980 due to severe drought and heatwaves.

By REUTERS
03/09/2024

Water collapses famous 190 million years old ‘Toilet Bowl’ rock formation in Glen Canyon, Utah

The Glen Canyon Double Arch, aged 190 million years, collapsed in August due to natural erosion and changing water levels.

Two Israeli startups showcase the future of sustainable farming

Two Israeli startups collaborate to develop innovative techniques for sustainable agriculture in response to environmental challenges and food security crises.

Hottest oceans in 400 years endanger Great Barrier Reef, scientists say

Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces severe threats from record-high water temperatures, with rising warmth linked to climate change over 400 years.

By REUTERS
08/08/2024

Hula Valley wild life center treats young buzzard suffering from avian pox

The long-legged buzzard with spectacular chestnut brown plumage, is one of the most impressive raptors in Israel.

 Prof. Danit Shahar

Meet the Israeli researcher working on healthy eating to build a sustainable future

Through a thorough examination and a broad perspective on the food industry, Ben-Gurion University’s Prof. Danit Shahar seeks to make our food choices healthier and sustainable at the same time.

By RONNIE ROSENMAN
31/07/2024
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