climate change

Israel's worst enemy: Not Hamas, not Hezbollah; experts say it's climate change

When we think about the biggest threats to our country, usually Hamas or Hezbollah come to mind. But these experts explained that when looking to the future, we need to start looking inward.

01/05/2025

Dry winter spurs national water company to integrate climate risks into operations

Following an unusually dry winter, Israel's Mekorot is embedding climate emergency planning into its long-term strategies.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF , IN COLLABORATION WITH MEKOROT
30/04/2025

Israeli private investigator loses extradition fight over US 'hack and leak' charges

Amit Forlit, 57, is facing charges of wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and computer hacking relating to his alleged targeting of environmental activists.

By REUTERS
30/04/2025

Jerusalem wildfires fully contained, no lives lost

After over 30 hours, the fires that raged across central Israel have been fully contained. Forces will work into the night to completely extinguish the blaze.

Venomous aquatic invader spreads across Israeli coasts, Europe thanks to climate change

The venomous aquatic invader comes in four sub-species, two of which are currently found in the Mediterranean.

Bar-Ilan University researchers develop AI model to predict lightning-induced wildfires

Israel's most notorious wildfire was in December 2010 on Mount Carmel near Haifa. It spread quickly, consuming much of the Mediterranean forest covering the region.

Israel can boost its image by using innovation to solve global issues

Israel may be small, but it has big potential. By investing in our greatest resource – our knowledge and ability to innovate – we can build out a new and solid foundation for future generations.

By JONATHAN MENUHIN
07/04/2025

Israel will face massive climate disasters this summer, Herzog warns

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman also announced his third investigation into the govt's handling of the climate crisis, this time focusing on local governments.

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.

Glaciers have lost 9,000 billion tons since 1975

"Every millimeter of sea level rise exposes another 200,000 to 300,000 people to annual flooding."

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