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.

Powerful earthquake kills nearly 100 in Tibet, rattles Nepal

Chinese President Xi Jinping said all-out search and rescue efforts should be carried out to minimize casualties, properly resettle the affected people, and ensure a safe and warm winter.

By REUTERS
07/01/2025
Professor Yaron Ziv: Perfect example of integrating ecological science with real-world applications

Prof. Yaron Ziv: Ben-Gurion University’s champion of sustainability and conservation

The pioneering ecologist blends cutting-edge research, education, and collaboration to restore ecosystems, enhance sustainability, and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.

Russian region declares emergency situation as Black Sea oil spill fallout widens

The pollution has caused serious problems for seabirds and everything from dolphins to porpoises and over 10,000 people have been trying to clear it up.

By REUTERS
25/12/2024

Over two dozen new species discovered in Peruvian forest

Scientists discovered over two dozen new species in Peru's Amazon rainforest, including a semi-aquatic mouse and three other previously unknown mammals, during a 2022 expedition.

22/12/2024

The Future of Agriculture: “Green and Precise”

Haifa Group’s technologies and innovations address food security challenges and environmental damage caused by traditional farming methods.

By LIOR NOVIK
08/12/2024

UN collaborates with PlanetPlay to promote sustainable future, climate change through video games

The initiative aims to harness the gaming community’s significant influence, with over 3.3 billion gamers expected by the end of 2024, and drive a global positive environmental action.

02/12/2024

Overfishing and climate change force indigenous Malay populations to abandon traditions

Bajau Laut indigenous traditions face extinction as climate change disrupts their marine way of life.

Looking at the intelligent western jackdaw, which can be found in Shfelat Yehuda, Beit Guvrin areas

In general, the western jackdaw can be seen from the North to the southern line of Dimona.

By ITSIK MAROM
24/11/2024

Millions of bees killed daily on highways across US

“At the high end, it could be as many as 4.9 billion bees [dying] in one 6-month bee flight season if average daily traffic values are used.”

Two climate activists charged with spraying paint on UK's Stonehenge

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said it had authorized the police to charge the protesters, 73-year-old Naidu Rajan and Niamh Lynch, 22, and that they would appear in court on Dec. 13.

By REUTERS
14/11/2024
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