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.

US proposes looser interpretation of law that protects threatened species

The public may submit comments on the proposal for 30 days following its publication in the Federal Register, which is expected on Thursday.

By REUTERS
16/04/2025
  An injured dormouse being treated at KKL-JNF's Hula Valley Wildlife Acclimatization Center, April

KKL-JNF rehabilitates injured forest dormouse after rare daytime sighting

A rare forest dormouse spotted at a Galilee factory was rescued, treated, and released back into the wild by KKL-JNF.

Israel launches AI fire prediction tool to protect transportation systems

As the new fire prediction system is rolled out this summer, it represents a significant leap forward in Israel's ability to manage the risks posed by climate change.

Climate crisis hits women hardest, Tel Aviv conference reveals

The conference explored how Israel can use its experience in managing water resources and desert agriculture to serve as a model for integrating women into climate solutions.

  A member of Cal Fire surveys damage outside a devastated home in recent wildfires affecting Altade

Massive wildfire erupts in eastern California, sparking evacuations

There were no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage so far. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to Cal Fire.

By REUTERS
31/03/2025

Ancient ecosystem uncovered beneath Antarctic glacier collapse

Scientists uncover a thriving ecosystem beneath an Antarctic glacier, revealing corals, octopuses, and giant sea spiders untouched for centuries.

By WALLA!
30/03/2025
 REUTERS/Devjyot Ghoshal

Chabad in Bangkok confirmed safe after devastating earthquake kills nine in Thai capital

While the occupants of the Chabad building were safe, nine people were killed in the Thai capital.

29/03/2025

Israeli gas manufacturer, supplier to rebrand as ‘Asmisragas Energy’

After 75 years in Israel's gas market, Amisragas transforms into a comprehensive energy provider offering 7% electricity discounts, solar installations, and 24/7 water heating solutions.

WATCH: Rare pod of false killer whales spotted near Herzliya

False killer whales - which are in fact a dolphin - are typically deep-sea dwellers, and are one of the rarest marine mammals in the region.

By ZIV REINSTEIN
19/03/2025

Megalodon shark may have reached 80 feet, new study finds

Megalodon sharks roamed the seas between 20 million and 3.6 million years ago.

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