Energy ministry
'Going blue': Israel invests in marine-related renewable energies with Innovation Authority fund
The initiative consists of NIS 6 million in investments, NIS 3 million of which will be drawn from the Israel Citizens Fund of the Energy Ministry.
Energy minister touts oil pipeline to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Israel launches new search for natural gas in the Mediterranean Sea
Israel to assist Somaliland in developing its water sector
Do the Abraham Accords open up new energy opportunities? - comment
A key cooperation opportunity lies in the field of energy, and specifically alternative energy transportation methods from the Persian Gulf to Europe through the Mediterranean.
Any nuclear deal with Iran should be 'improved' - Israel Energy Minister
Steinitz, a close ally of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urged US President Joe Biden to put "enormous pressure" on Iran to change its behavior and dismantle its nuclear program.
Gas consumption drops, reflecting hit to tourism, travel industry
A new report by the Energy Ministry details the drops in the consumption of various gasses from 2019 to 2020, reflecting the hit the travel and tourism industry took from the pandemic.
Israel officially joins regional gas forum
Despite Israel’s key role in founding the EMGF, its official membership in the organization was held up due to opposition from Environmental Protection Minister Gila Gamliel.
Steinitz convenes team to raise Israel solar energy to 30% by 2030
"The decision we passed in the government sets a huge challenge for us to reach 30% solar energy by 2030," said Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz.
16 hospitals across Israel to switch over to natural gas
The hospitals will be connected to cogeneration power stations which will provide all required energy resources to the hospitals, including electricity, heating and air condition.
Gov't approves plan for 30% of Israel's energy to be renewable by 2030
Israel's Environmental Protection Minister Gila Gamliel opposed the plan, saying it places a problematic emphasis on natural gas, while setting a low bar compared to other developed countries.
Israel will not reach its energy goals - comptroller
In early 2020, the state failed to reach its goal in wind-turbine produced power, 2.6 megawatt to the 730 megawatts that were called for.
NIS 69m. set for small businesses as part of government green initiative
The program is designed to "incentivize investments to optimize energy consumption and reduce pollution of factories and businesses."
Energy Ministry, IIA set aside NIS 12m. to fund innovative energy projects