Idit Silman

How will Israel's new Netanyahu gov't handle 'green' policies? - opinion

They say rain is a sign of good fortune – and as I write this, it has just started to rain in Israel. Good luck, Minister Idit Silman! 

17/02/2023

Israel must make eco-friendly utensils cheaper than plastic disposables - opinion

The tax on plastic products made life difficult for large families and institutions, but reducing the cost of ecological alternative products could work better.

By JASON KORNBLUM
13/02/2023

'We will restore sovereignty to Environmental Protection Ministry' - Silman

Silman will put forward tenders in cooperation with the Treasury and get the climate law approved by the Knesset.

By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV
04/02/2023

Degania Beach finally reopens to public after years-long closure

The beach was originally closed to the public due to extensive works carried out by Israel’s national water company.

MK Idit Silman releases updated climate law draft

The version of the bill submitted on Thursday includes amendments required by Silman's fellow coalition members. 

Environment Min. Silman defends plasticware tax implemented by previous gov't

Silman will work with Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in order to find an "appropriate substitute" for the now-canceled plastic tax.

Israel gives NIS 32m. to local municipalities to fight climate change

Idit Silman: "The local municipalities are the ministry's arm in the fight to protect the environment."

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