Today, our world is on an unsustainable path. We are using the earth’s resources – such as oil and water – more quickly than the planet can regenerate them. Our actions cannot be sustained for future generations. This means that our children and grandchildren will not have the resources to live the same high quality […]
This note from our Science & Technology Advisory Board is in reference to the list of foods to buy organic, as referenced from EWG in our printed haggadot. The science of toxicology is an ARTT. No, that is not a misspelling. It is, however, an easy-to-remember acronym that helps us understand what makes chemicals harmful and what makes certain foods more susceptible […]
Canfei Nesharim is committed to educating our members about the latest scientific understanding of environmental concerns, and to suggest actions which are consistent with the best ways to have an impact on the environment from a scientific perspective. The following scientists have volunteered their time to help us. If you would like to be a […]
View a printable version of the article. On Sukkos, we celebrate water through the Simchas Beis Hashoeva (Celebration of the Water Drawing Ceremony)[1]. It is said that anyone who has not participated in this celebration has not known true joy. (Sukka 51a). The Gemarrah discusses this concept along with other examples of great […]
Trees, Torah and Caring for the Earth By Dr. Akiva Wolff and Rabbi Yonatan Neril [1] Using our Materials this Tu b’Shevat? Please fill out a quick and simple form and your community will be listed on our partners list. See Our Tu b’Shevat Partners this year. A part of the “Trees in Jewish Thought” Series. This material was prepared as […]
