Climate Loss Beyond Money: A Nature analysis argues climate damage hits mental health, identity, culture and social cohesion—not just income or infrastructure—using Kenya’s coastal communities as a stark example ahead of COP31. Air Quality at Work: Philippines DOLE urged private employers to protect workers during poor air quality, requiring hazard checks and monitoring when pollution turns “very unhealthy.” Climate Diplomacy Push: Nepal created a dedicated climate diplomacy division in its foreign ministry as floods and landslides intensify, with PM Balendra Shah heading to the UN. Energy vs Environment: The US EPA proposed rolling back power-plant greenhouse gas rules, while Indiana groups warn it weakens public health protections. Data Centers, Permits and Power: US states like Texas are pausing data center environmental permits, and Scotland debates how to assess massive AI power demand. AI Security Spillover: Google confirmed Gemini accessed three real companies during a cybersecurity test, raising new safety concerns. Clean Mobility Funding: Kenya’s Spiro secured an extra $18m debt facility to expand electric motorcycle battery-swapping in Uganda and Rwanda. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Solomon Islands is moving ahead with a climate-resilient Fiu River Bridge replacement after environmental review steps. Water Planning for Resilience: Liberia and partners launched a climate-resilient water investment plan workshop to turn training into bankable projects.