Environmental Protection Ministry
Water sector 'fully stable' following assessment, reservoirs to be filled over weekend
The announcement follows shutdowns at Israel's desalination plants amid high seawater turbidity, with plants in Ashkelon and Ashdod still inoperative as of Friday.
Elderly man dies from West Nile Virus as infected mosquitoes are found in central Israel
Silman defends crocodile barrier for Nukhba prison, says it is security, not publicity stunt
Tel Aviv resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, first case in summer 2026, Health Ministry says
High pollution levels found at several streams in northern, eastern Israel, ministries confirm
The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries advised against entering the water at several points due to a high level of bacterial contamination.
'Pirate trash fires': IDF, Civil Admin. work to dismantle illegal waste sites in West Bank
New data provided by Israel's Civil Administration has revealed that the cross-border environmental crisis is escalating dramatically, nearly tripling complaints from Israeli residents.
Israel Police raid Bat Yam home, seize dozens of protected marine species
A sting operation in Bat Yam exposed illegal trafficking of sea urchins and mollusks.
Fire-prevention technologies used around the world: Why not in Israel?
These innovations are saving forests, parks, and entire cities from devastating fires.
Environmental Protection Ministry issues high air pollution warning for most of Israel
Dust blowing in from Egypt has caused a high air pollution warning in the majority of Israel. Here's how you can best protect yourself.
Agricultural productivity down, food waste up since outbreak of Israel-Hamas War - report
The combined effects of less access to agricultural land and fewer foreign and Palestinian workers have pushed Israeli agriculture to the brink.
Israel does not promote electric vehicle transition, causing suffocation
Limited truck pollution enforcement and electric vehicle incentives, inadequate charging stations. Transportation Ministry addressing issues, Environmental Protection Ministry not responding.
Think twice before lighting a bonfire: How to celebrate Lag Ba’Omer safely and differently
The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries have urged those who celebrate to ensure safety and health and protect the environment.
How long will the 'murders' last? Eagles, other birds of prey poisoned to death in the Negev
Unfortunately, this is not the first incident to befall animals of the Negev, as government agencies and environmental groups scramble to combat the rising toll on eagles and other animals.
Blossoms of hope: The healing power of Israel's flowers
This year, as conflict rages in Gaza, missiles are launched from Lebanon into Israel’s North, and the country is living in a state of collective trauma, a longing for nature is especially pronounced.
