Aviation Decarbonisation Tech: A Strathclyde team unveiled a prototype fully superconducting axial-flux motor for aircraft, aiming for far higher power density for future hydrogen-electric and fully electric planes, though cryogenic cooling and system integration remain major hurdles. Climate Diplomacy: As UNFCCC talks head toward Bonn, a new piece argues multilateral climate negotiations still matter because they’re the only forum where governments can be held to account on pledges—especially for vulnerable countries facing loss and damage. Urban Heat in India: Mumbai’s “feels hotter” problem is tied to rising humidity, shrinking green cover, urban heat islands, air quality and rapid concretisation, shifting heat stress beyond what thermometers show. Renewables for Energy Security (Horn of Africa): UAE-based GSU began Phase II of the Green Berbera Initiative with a 12 MW solar-plus-70 MWh battery project to cut diesel dependence and avoid about 16,500 tonnes of CO₂ annually. Local Climate Governance (Wales): Climate Cymru urged the Welsh government to put climate and nature at the centre of decision-making, including a deputy minister role and faster home retrofits. Data Centres vs Water/Energy: EU plans to triple data-centre capacity for AI are drawing pushback over electricity and water strain, with critics warning local impacts could be severe. Waste & Recycling: Dorset launched a campaign targeting green waste fly-tipping, while Specsavers rolled out in-store recycling for glasses and packaging to keep materials in circulation. EVs & Costs (UK): Ofgem’s July electricity price cap rise will add modest annual charging costs for EV drivers, but the increase is linked to Middle East energy shocks.