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Israeli Government Redirects Arab Sector Energy Program Funds to Security Agencies
Israel's government has cut nearly 500 million shekels from Arab sector development programs, ending a successful Ministry of Energy initiative for renewable energy in Arab communities. Funds were redirected to the Shin Bet and police to fight crime, following a political deal by ministers Ben-Gvir and Golan.
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What happened
- 01Israeli government cuts 497 million shekels from Arab sector development budgets.
- 02Ministry of Energy ends renewable energy support in Arab communities.
- 03Funds redirected to Shin Bet and police to combat crime in Arab sector.
- 04Shin Bet receives 364.5 million shekels for anti-smuggling unit; police get 132.4 million for crime unit.
- 05Energy program had funded 258 projects including solar and efficiency upgrades.
- 06Program helped Arab municipalities generate independent revenue and savings.
The energy program had supported hundreds of projects improving energy efficiency and sustainability in Arab localities but will now cease due to these budget reallocations.
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