The main natural resources are minerals and metals. These resources are used to make machinery and other types of metal equipment. The country also contains small amounts of natural gas and crude oil which is processed and sold in the form of various petroleum products. Israel contains a huge desert and it is increasing in size due to deforestation and desertification. There is limited fresh water resources which adds to these problems.
Air pollution is causing many problems, most of the pollution comes from industry and automobiles.
The groundwater is polluted from industrial and domestic waste, chemical fertilizers, and pesticides. A great amount of stress is being placed on the fish reserves of the country. The lack of water makes it hard for forests to survive. Ecotourism Little Trade in wildlife products Little Hunting Little Other uses of natural resources Minerals and Metals Human Impacts on Natural Resources Information Sources Air pollution Major Problems with industry and vehicle emissions. Water pollution Nitrates.