Plastic
Israeli scientists create light-activated plastic for safer manufacturing
The Ben-Gurion team essentially embedded an on/off mechanism inside the plastic’s building blocks, eliminating the need for fragile or expensive catalyst systems.
The Dead Sea’s hidden plastic problem: A record of decades of waste - study
How a tax opposed by Shas sparked climate backlash in the ultra-Orthodox community
Scientists convert plastic waste into paracetamol using engineered E. coli
'Environmentally friendly' dishes damage marine environment - study
"While you may be calming your conscience, you're still liable to be polluting the environment," said Prof. Shenkar on the use of bioplastic dishes.
Gov't approves deposit for large bottles, expected to encourage recycling
Environmental Protection Minister Gila Gamliel called the step "a win-win-win situation."
Israeli kayakists take advantage of coronavirus lockdown to clean river
The three used kayaks and diving suits from their work to remove hundreds of glass and plastic bottles from the stream, in addition to plastic bags, chairs, speakers and even tables.
Plastic bag fee may be expanded to all stores in Israel
As part of the proposal, small businesses would be able to directly collect the bag fee, avoiding bureaucratic burdens.
The plastic pandemic side effect of COVID-19
From Wuhan to New York, demand for face shields, gloves, takeaway food containers and bubble wrap for online shopping has surged.
Israeli finance firm secures $3m. for innovative recycling company
“The environmental and social impact of Alkemy’s project are far-reaching and essential for all of us."
Dr. Scottsdale talks about 5 rising trends in the field of plastic surgery
The field of plastic surgery is quickly evolving, and new trends emerge every year, if not monthly.
Israeli cleantech firm UBQ to open waste conversion plant in Netherlands
In total, the facility in the Netherlands will produce 70,000 tons of UBQ thermoplastic annually. Going by Quantis's calculation, this means it will divert 819,000 tons of CO2 emissions.
Environmental Min., NGO launch campaign to combat use of plastic
The campaign calls on the Israeli public to leave the disposable tableware at home and to transition to reusable products that will keep Israel's beaches clean and plastic-free.
Young Gazans sell recycled cloth bags to challenge plastic
Their cloth bags - painted with colorful characters and slogans including "NOT PLASTIC - FANTASTIC" sell for NIS 25.
