The city of Hadera has approved a major reduction in coal use at the Orot Rabin power station, marking a significant step toward cleaner air for local residents. The Israel Electric Company will shift new units to natural gas and reduce the coal stockpile, with advanced monitoring of coal dust emissions set up around the facility. Pollution levels are expected to drop by about eighty percent, and the conversion of existing units to natural gas is planned over the next two years. The municipality is also pushing for the closure of the oldest and most polluting units, with a target date now set for the end of 2026. Local leaders hailed the move as a major accomplishment for public health and quality of life, as new technology at the station promises greater energy efficiency and lower emissions.