Policy recommendations for treatment of packaging waste in Israel
The purpose of this document, written by the Energy and Environment Team at the Samuel Neaman institute, with support from ‘Kivun’ and the Natural Resource and Environment Research Center at the University of Haifa, is to suggest a comprehensive policy framework for the prevention and treatment of packaging waste in Israel. The policy recommendations are […]
National Environmental Priorities of Israel – solid and hazardous waste
In the passing decade, the issue of waste treatment in Israel had taken an impressive step forward. Unauthorized damping sites were closed, landfill taxes had been set and the overall waste framework had improved. This report comes not only to encourage, but also to call out to decision makers to take an act today in […]
Reduction of Plastic Carrier Bage Use: An Analysis of Alternatives in Israel
In this research, the effect of several policy measures aiming to reduce the use of plastic shopping bags in Israel was assessed. Acknowledging the damage caused to the environment by HDPE bags, that are distributed, free of charge, by the supermarkets and shops in Israel was the motivation for this research. The research was ordered […]
Between technology development and public transparency: creating tools for public discussion on business ventures and technological alternatives for treating solid waste
In order to promote and implement a sustainable waste management in Israel there is a need to develop tools for common knowledge and language for all stakeholders. Therefore, this project includes: Coordinating an operational team comprised of professionals and interested parties from the various related sectors. Evaluation of the various technological options according to cost/benefit […]
Economic assessment of current deposit law and suggested packaging law in Israel
This joint research project, carried out by the Samuel Neaman Institute and ELA- the recycling cooperative, examined the following parameters: Economic costs of the Packaging Law in Israel Implications of expanding the Deposit Law to 1.5 liter bottles Results of the studies indicate that the bottle deposit law in its present form, taking into account […]
Implications of expanding the Deposit Law to 1.5 liter bottles
This joint research project, carried out by the Samuel Neaman Institute and ELA- the recycling cooperative, examined the following parameters: Economic costs of the Packaging Law in Israel Implications of expanding the Deposit Law to 1.5 liter bottles Results of the studies indicate that the bottle deposit law in its present form, taking into account […]
The Global Environmental Market – An Economic Opportunity for Israel. First Position Paper, Analysis and Initial Conclusions
For decades, Israel has led the world in finding new methods of water conservation. More recently, its scientists have also developed pioneering methods of environmental monitoring, protection & remediation, recycling and waste treatment as well as alternative energy. Israeli firms in this field are increasingly active in the emerging markets of developing countries. Israel is […]
Economic Incentives in Solid Urban Waste Policy. Final Report
Disposal of municipal solid waste entails severe environmental burdens especially on small, densely populated regions and countries. Israel is grappling with the task of designing an efficient (and politically acceptable!) solid-waste policy, taking into consideration externalities associated with alternative disposal options and the pervasive NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard) syndrome.This paper analyzes alternative waste […]
