environment

Chevra Eco Farm: A green sanctuary in Israel made by immigrants

A group of young and idealistic immigrants recently purchased the land and hope to turn it into an ecological farm and center for education and wellness.

By BEN BRESKY
16/03/2024

Blossoms of hope: The healing power of Israel's flowers

This year, as conflict rages in Gaza, missiles are launched from Lebanon into Israel’s North, and the country is living in a state of collective trauma, a longing for nature is especially pronounced.

Green light for thousands of apartments in the center: Massive plan in Tel Hashomer is underway

District Court's nod to settlement clears the way for thousands of apartments in the desired area, with measures to protect public welfare.

Developed a Patent and Then Was Affected by the War - But Doesn't Give Up

Israeli Clean-Tech company Kenaf Ventures from Kibbutz Kfar Aza is working to resume production after disruptions and secure funding for global operations.

By LEE SIBYLA/WALLA!
13/03/2024
 Palestinians burn tires during a protest against Hamas in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip

War to warming: Israel’s climate envoy says time to re-engage with crisis

"The climate crisis did not disappear," Gideon Behar told The Jerusalem Post. "The world needs Israel: Israeli innovation, solutions, ideas, vision, and strategies."

Combating climate change and protecting ecology in Israel

Currently set targets are too low, and the watered-down Climate Change Bill of 2023 is a step in the right direction, but there is much more left to do.

By ANTHONY PAMM
09/03/2024

Study finds being in nature lowers risk of osteoporosis

Living in green, leafy areas with lower air pollution can lower the risk of osteoporosis.

Remembering Ellen Bernstein, 70, the ‘birthmother’ of Jewish environmentalism

When the Song of Songs is read in synagogues around the world this Passover, Ellen’s earth-focused translation will breathe new life into the ancient, deeply sensual text.

By SHIRA DICKER/JTA
01/03/2024

Meet the 7 Israeli climate tech start-ups leading the charge with $1.3m. funding

The startups will use the money to further their efforts in addressing the pressing global climate crisis.

Texas wildfires rage across state Panhandle

The wildfire, raging northeast of Amarillo since Monday, has blackened 850,000 acres (344,000 hectares) of grasslands and timber since Monday.

By REUTERS
29/02/2024
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