Extreme Weather & Disaster Risk: A Nepal–China border mudslide/ice collapse has killed hundreds and left thousands missing, with experts linking the disaster’s cascading nature to warming glaciers and permafrost instability. Climate & Water for Power: Europe’s heat is forcing nuclear plants to cut output or shut down as river temperatures rise and drought lowers water levels, reigniting debate over nuclear reliability. Drought & Land Degradation: A UN desertification summit in Mongolia delivered tools but fell short on a global agreement, while Europe’s worsening drought is already hitting rivers, crops and harvests. Shipping Decarbonisation: IMO talks resume in London on a net-zero framework for shipping, with countries still split over carbon pricing and rules for zero/near-zero fuels. Air Travel & Environment: Europe’s air traffic management is being modernised to handle growth while trying to limit environmental impact, with upgrades highlighted in France and the UK. Public Health & Environment: The European Respiratory Society backs a “tobacco endgame” approach, arguing current controls aren’t enough to cut deaths and disability. Coastal Access: Portugal faces fresh legal fights over public beach access as owners challenge the public-water domain concept. Energy Infrastructure: UK ports warn grid delays and high electricity costs could slow maritime electrification and net-zero progress.