Climate Change

In the Swiss Alps, a surprising solution using sheep's wool is being tested, which has been found to slow down ice melting and provide a new use for a local resource that is mostly discarded. The initial results are encouraging – but it is important to clarify that even the most creative solution is no substitute for fighting global warming by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which stem...

Idit Silman is set to leave the Ministry of Environmental Protection. There are growing concerns that the next Knesset will lack dedicated lawmakers to champion environmental issues, potentially allowing destructive policies to proceed unchecked.

Minister of Ecological Transition Agnès Pannier-Runacher announced that France experienced the hottest summer since records began in 1900. Météo-France links the extreme heat to climate change, noting a five-degree gap compared to the late 19th century.

Researchers have enlisted narwhals, known as "sea unicorns," to study the remote Arctic regions. By attaching satellite transmitters to six individuals, scientists gathered unique data on temperature and salinity in East Greenland's fjords, collecting in three years an amount of information equivalent to 130 years of observation.

The deadliest summer on record: European Union scientific reports reveal that in Spain, Germany, and France alone, the death toll has reached 25,000. Scientists expect the numbers to rise through the end of August.

The Earth's oceans reached their highest temperature ever recorded in modern history this past weekend. The average sea surface temperature in non-polar regions hit 21.1 degrees Celsius, breaking the previous record set in March 2024. Scientists are particularly concerned that this record was reached during a period when water temperatures are typically not at their peak.

Google is launching the Operation Blue Skies project in collaboration with the UK government. AI models will predict contrail formation zones, allowing airlines to adjust flight paths and reduce their climate footprint.

Intense heat waves across the continent have reawakened a deadly danger that had been buried for decades. Shells, mines, and ammunition left on the historical battlefields of the two world wars in France, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands are being exposed and detonating due to the extreme heat.

The climate crisis is expected to make food more expensive in Israel as well, but Dr. Michal Levy believes the country can ensure food security. In a special interview, she explains why a change in habits and nutritional education is required.

As extreme heat waves shatter records across Europe and parts of the UK, Scotland is emerging as a top destination for travelers seeking relief. The growing 'Coolcations' trend is driving significant interest in cooler climates, as tourists prioritize comfort over traditional sun-soaked getaways.

A climate study warns: In a high-emissions scenario, the European area affected annually by fires will jump by 193% and reach about 53,000 square kilometers. Researchers claim that climate change will bring massive fires to areas that have not dealt with them in the past.

As heatwaves burden classic summer destinations in central and southern Europe, Scotland is becoming a sought-after retreat. The trend, dubbed "coolcation," is reshaping travel patterns as tourists prioritize milder weather over traditional sun-soaked getaways.

Government budget cuts in the USA almost led to the closure of a critical environmental study, until the researchers decided to use unconventional methods and received unexpected support from the online community.

The US climate agency warns that there is a nearly 70% chance that the current ocean warming phenomenon will break all known records. Scientists fear the dangerous combination with global warming, which will create droughts and floods around the world: "We are already in record-breaking territory."

High fuel prices, melting glaciers at the poles, and tensions in the Middle East have opened a faster route for cargo ships through the Arctic Ocean. China is the first to launch a regular freight service on it, and experts predict rapid growth.

Extreme heat and drought are triggering massive wildfires across Europe. The continent is grappling with record-breaking temperatures that are threatening infrastructure and public safety.

The "El Niño" climate phenomenon is expected to reach its peak in December, but it is already causing severe droughts on three continents, damaging crops and threatening food supplies. The UN warns that tens of millions more could face severe hunger.

Heatwaves, fires, droughts, and floods are becoming the "new normal," and 2026 may be the hottest year in history. Scientists warn of approaching tipping points in critical climate systems and a food crisis that could push tens of millions into hunger. Alongside the dire forecasts, experts emphasize: it is still possible to halt the process.

June and July were the hottest months ever recorded in Western Europe. Global sea surface temperatures reached a record high, while heat waves exacerbated drought and fire risks across the continent.

Planning a trip to Europe? Prepare for the fifth extreme heatwave this summer. With air conditioning often unavailable, authorities have issued high-level fire warnings. Here is where the heat will hit hardest and how to stay safe.

Extreme heat waves are already a routine event, and the streets of Jerusalem are getting hotter year by year. Now, through a municipal master plan, significant budgets, and creative pilots in collaboration with the "Derech Tzel" ("Path of Shade") organization, the capital is trying to turn trees from a landscape element into an existential infrastructure - and explaining why shade in the public...

Italy has placed all major cities on the highest heat alert, while Austria broke a temperature record of 41.2 degrees. The drought is affecting electricity production, shipping, and firefighting efforts across Europe, and authorities are warning of further deterioration.

A new report by the UN World Food Programme warns that the "El Niño" climate phenomenon could add 49 million people to the cycle of hunger, spike food prices, and exacerbate the crisis in 45 vulnerable countries.

Following the declaration of a state of emergency in 25 Italian cities, the Ministry of Health reports temperatures exceeding 40 degrees. Meanwhile, massive wildfires continue to rage across the continent; in Greece, two pilots were killed in an air accident. France and Spain have recorded a rare meteorological phenomenon that is exacerbating the fire situation.

Lake Brenets, located on the Swiss-French border and renowned for its picturesque scenery, has nearly dried up following months of drought and record-breaking heatwaves. With tourist boats grounded on the cracked lakebed, local businesses face a devastating season.

At least two people were killed in a collision of firefighting helicopters west of Athens. Authorities have launched a search for the crews in the Psatha area, as emergency forces continue to battle wildfires.

A special project by NASA reveals that the planet's energy balance has been dramatically disrupted, with one of the main reasons being a positive move led by countries around the world.

Israel is identified as a climate change hotspot, with the region warming faster than the global average. Despite the rising frequency of extreme weather events, government funding for climate adaptation is being reduced.

Heavy rains followed by an extreme heat wave created the perfect conditions for the spread of fire.

Dr. Gil Proactor warns that rising sea levels and groundwater threaten the foundations of buildings along Israel's coastal plain. The lack of a national climate strategy puts critical infrastructure at severe risk.

More and more vacation destinations are dealing this summer with heatwaves, fires, water shortages, and transport disruptions. A new review recommends adding another consideration before booking a vacation, and presents how climate change is already affecting some of the most popular destinations among Israelis.

Three passengers, a 90-degree angle and a view that is hard to look away from: a new attraction at the summit of Grans-Chamossaire in Switzerland offers a dizzying mix of adrenaline and alpine scenery. Behind the experience lies a strategic effort by ski resorts to adapt to a changing climate.

Heatwaves and extreme drought are drying up France's rivers, leaving fish without oxygen. Volunteers are rescuing hundreds of trout and salmon, moving them to deeper waters. 99 out of 101 departments are under water restrictions: "Without us, their fate is sealed."

Extreme weather and massive wildfires are raging across the south and west of the continent. Tens of thousands have fled their homes, heat records of nearly 45 degrees were recorded in Spain, and the Mediterranean Sea has reached unprecedented temperatures.

Feeling hot already? Research shows that the body struggles to regulate its temperature under heat load conditions lower than previously thought. What does this mean for us in the Israeli summer?