Oil & Water Accountability: Keystone Pipeline owners agreed to pay $26.8M in a civil penalty plus $40M in remediation after a 2022 Kansas spill, with a consent decree now open for public comment. Climate-Driven Wildlife Crisis: Grey whales are dying in alarming numbers along Canada’s and the U.S. coasts, with researchers pointing to warming-linked stress and calling for stronger protection. Food-System Risk in Southern Africa: A study highlights how climate shocks are hitting South Africa’s agri-processing businesses, not just farms—disruptions ripple through supply, jobs, and markets. Urban Heat Adaptation: Britain’s heatwave impacts are worsening as extreme heat becomes more frequent, pushing calls for faster climate action and cleaner energy. Grid Flexibility for Renewables: Pakistan’s energy minister says battery energy storage is key to stabilizing the grid as rooftop solar shifts demand toward evenings. Greenwashing in Travel & Freight: Emissions labels on flights and freight “green” claims are under scrutiny for misleading consumers. Nature-Based Urban Resilience: A ministry urges long-term urban forest investment to cool cities, cut pollution, and reduce flood risk. Community Energy Access: Haiti is moving toward rural solar for schools, health centers, and police sub-stations via a new partnership push. Amazon Deforestation Trend: Reports say deforestation has fallen sharply under Lula, even as critics warn about expanded oil exploration near the Amazon.