Climate Risk & Food Security: A Philippine analysis warns that the 2026–2027 Super El Niño could turn food insecurity into political instability, arguing famine is driven by governance failures as climate shocks hit debt-trapped farmers. Carbon Pricing & Flood Protection: Virginia’s RGGI rebate plan is set to fund both electricity bill credits and flood prevention, but critics worry the allowance costs could slow environmental programs. Water & Resilience Cooperation: The Mekong River Commission and India signed a new MoU focused on water security, climate resilience, disaster risk management, and clean energy tech. Ocean Heat: The EU’s Copernicus data says oceans hit the hottest June on record, raising stakes for storms, marine heatwaves, and fisheries. Heatwave Impacts in Europe: Reports from France and broader Europe describe deadly heat, infrastructure strain, and how lack of air conditioning leaves cities exposed. Plastic Pollution: Mumbai’s Juhu Beach plastic crisis persists despite clean-ups, with residents pushing for controls at drains and creeks. Geothermal Cooling in NYC: A Manhattan office building uses deep geothermal piles to cut fossil-fuel heating/cooling needs. Energy Transition Politics: In London, councils face scrutiny over climate emergency declarations and flood measures; elsewhere, New Town plans are urged to include transport, green space, and social housing. Recycling Policy Pressure (UK): South Yorkshire’s glass industry warns packaging EPR charges could cost jobs and push firms toward less sustainable options. Battery Recycling (Malaysia): BateriHub and Global Energy Battery expand a documented used-battery collection chain with MNA Metal Resources. Energy Security vs Climate: Asia’s coal use is rising as Iran-war price shocks push governments to prioritize grid reliability over climate goals. Grid Strain in Texas: Waco residents face rising bills and reliability fears as data centers and AI demand stress the Texas grid.