Israeli Police Arrest Three Palestinians Suspected of Arson in Dead Sea Blazes
The fire caused damage to 125 acres of vegetation was contained after hours of efforts by 16 firefighting crews
Zafrir Rinat
Israel’s Groundwater Levels Dropping to Dangerous Lows
As main aquifers near their red line, the amount of water in the streams feeding the Jordan River continues to drop
Thousands Protest in Tel Aviv to Demand Removal of Offshore Gas Rig
Demonstration organized by environmentalist groups demanding that government reduce pollution from gas platforms
With Ongoing Drought, Israel Water Authority to Bring Water From Lower Galilee to Lake Kinneret
Water Authority chief Giora Shaham says Israel suffering longest drought in a century and that water consumption will have to be limited if another dry year follows
Hyraxes May Lose Protected Status in Israel to Prevent Spread of Leishmaniasis
Conservation experts warn that uncontrolled moves could lead to the hyraxes' extinction. Apparently, it's not the hyraxes that endanger humans, but the parasite-carrying sandflies
Israeli Parks Authority Lacks Funding to Curb Leptospirosis
The authority is seeking to install water troughs to keep cattle away from Golan Heights streams that could be contaminated by cattle feces that spread the disease, which can kill humans
Gaza Sea Barrier Will Harm One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Israel
The Ministry of Environmental Protection has sent a brief warning that the newly-erected barrier north of the Strip will reduce the width of Zikim beach by up to 50 meters for one kilometer
A Hiker's Guide to Israel’s Scorpions
The Nature and Parks authority have identified 21 known local species, at least three of which are poisonous
Building New Natural Gas Rig Off Israel's Shores Poses High Ecological Risks, Expert Warns
Flora, fauna and nature reserves stand to be harmed by Leviathan field off the Dor Beach coast, Prof. Rick Steiner says
Environmentalists Up in Arms Against Massive Jerusalem Housing Drive
Due to be discussed by planning panel on Tuesday, scheme to build 4,500 housing units in Reches Lavan in city's southwest would destroy ancient natural springs, parks officials warn
Plan for Wind Turbines in Golan Heights – While Sparing Local Vultures – Passes Key Hurdle
The move is part of a program under which by 2030, 17 percent of Israel’s energy production will be derived from renewable sources
Earthquakes in Israel: Tenth Tremor in a Week Shakes North
A 3.2 earthquake was registered today near Lake Kinneret, joining a string of tremors from recent days, some that reached up to 4.5 in strength
Earthquake of 3.2 Felt in Northern Israel
Tremor along known fault line was fourth in just over 24 hours
Opinion Pollution Courtesy of Israel Chemicals
ICL's Rotem Amfert caused significant pollution to a stream in the Negev last year. Company officials were presented with options to resolve the problem, but the high cost must have deterred them from fixing it
Court-ordered Closure of Landfill in Central Israel Leads to Garbage Dumping in Open Areas
The dump’s closure has put pressure on the transfer stations where the waste is sent
Southern Israeli Stream Still Heavily Polluted Year After Industrial Spill
Despite major flooding in April, Ashalim stream requires extensive and complicated cleanup work
As Erosion at Ashkelon Cliff Endangers Beach Buildings, Authorities Trade Blame
The Environmental Protection Ministry blames the Ashkelon municipality for not acting in time to protect the cliffs, a claim the city government rejects
Israel Has 33,000 Stray Dogs, Most in Negev Bedouin Locales, Survey Says
Study is first step in addressing plight by Humane Society International, which supports release of strays after neutering and vaccination
Wasted Opportunities: Recycling Stalls Due to Sorting Problems and Chinese Clampdown
Recycling has its chronic problems that are worsening and threatening the process worldwide; Israel, too, is now facing a challenge
WATCH Blue Whale Makes Unprecedented Visit Off Eilat's Red Sea Coast
Specimen of the world's largest animal spotted off Israel's Red Sea coast in what is thought to be the first-ever sighting in the area