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Israel's Climate Costs Fall, But Still Reach $11 Billion Annually
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Israel's economy incurred approximately $11.3 billion in costs from global warming gas emissions in 2025, a decrease from the previous year, according to the Environmental Protection Ministry. Reductions were driven by lower coal use and fewer wildfires, though certain pollutants like NMVOCs increased.
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- Global warming emissions cost Israel $11.3 billion in 2025, down from the prior year.
- Reduced coal use and fewer wildfires contributed to lower emissions.
- NMVOC emissions saw a 2% increase due to population and industry growth.
- Israel's electricity generation remains heavily reliant on fossil fuels.
- Efforts to combat illegal waste burning in the West Bank show some success.
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