Israel’s global warming emissions down in 2025 but still cost economy $11 billion, ministry finds

According to new data from Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection, greenhouse gas emission trends in the country improved in 2025. The report attributes the reduction in pollution largely to the continued phase-out of coal in energy production and a decrease in wildfires following the cessation of rocket fire from Lebanon. Despite these positive trends, the ministry emphasized that the economic costs associated with these emissions remain significant, totaling $11 billion. These figures highlight Israel's ongoing challenges in transitioning to clean energy and managing the environmental impact on the national economy.