Air Pollution

According to a report by the Ministry of Environmental Protection, pollutant emissions in Israel declined in 2025. The primary drivers were reduced coal usage at power plants and a decrease in industrial activity due to the ongoing war.

The 2025 PRTR report indicates a 12% decrease in air pollution costs in Israel, saving the economy 4.2 billion shekels. Despite improvements, environmentalists criticize the continued operation of coal-fired units at the Orot Rabin power plant, citing health risks to the public.

When celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay opened his burger restaurant in Washington, he promised an exceptional culinary experience. However, for the residents of the luxury "Terrell Place" building located directly above the restaurant, the promise quickly turned into an ongoing nightmare. A few months after the opening, residents report sharp frying and grease odors penetrating their apartments for...

An international review study has linked exposure to fine PM2.5 particles to myopia and eye diseases in children. Experts warn that chronic exposure can lead to irreversible structural changes in the eye.

The National Planning and Building Council has set conditions for the demolition of a tank damaged during the 'Roar of the Lion' war and the construction of a new one. The Haifa Bay Association of Towns for Environmental Protection demands a binding resolution on environmental hazards at the BAZAN complex.

Tests conducted at the Orot Rabin power plant in Hadera revealed that in 40% of the operating time of the coal-fired units, air pollution was measured above the permitted level. The Sharon-Carmel Environmental Association stated: "The operation of the units entails environmental and health consequences."

Since Friday, more than 130 benzene measurements above the alert value have been recorded at the Bazan station. The Haifa Bay Cities Association demands to locate the source of the emissions and clarifies that a spot check without a leak is not sufficient.

Could living near a busy road trigger Parkinson's disease? Professor Eitan Friedman explains why we should be skeptical of alarming headlines and what we really need to watch out for.

While the Sahara Desert has not moved, an increasing amount of its dust is reaching Europe. A new study covering 2012 to 2021 reveals a continent-wide increase in dust transport, affecting even northern regions.