Research analyzing data from 1967-2012 shows 6-17% greater risk of cancer for Haifa Bay residents exposed to high pollution levels in their youth

Tidhar-Harel partnership buys former industrial site known for its high levels of mercury in fish; plans seek to restore soil, groundwater in multi-year project

Environmental Protection Ministry slaps NIS 895,000 fine on conglomerate, says Carmel Olefins factory didn't heed rules on dealing with highly toxic naphtha leak that caused a fire

While three-quarters of those surveyed acknowledge the need to act on environmental concerns, only a third take it into account in casting their ballots

Panel has three months to publish findings that will focus on future of petrochemical and heavy industries that pollute but also create jobs

'Without industry, there is no Haifa,' says slogans from a new social media campaign claiming that emissions are down and seeking to shift blame for pollution

Heavily redacted paper written for PM's office recommends shutting down Bazan facilities rather than relocation, but shies from any decisive conclusions

Additional fines of NIS 30,000 to 50,000 handed to three managers for failing to implement company rules, violating environmental permits

Determined not to stand idly by in the face of environmental degradation, animal rights campaigner Miki Haimovich eyes Environmental Protection Ministry

Four years after national plan was approved, there has been little to no progress in reducing pollutants in country's third-largest city, comptroller finds