Conservation Policy Under Fire (New Zealand): Greenpeace Aotearoa says the Conservation Amendment Bill consultation is a “dog’s breakfast,” with unclear text after claims about removing land sale/exchange provisions. The submission deadline was extended to July 13 while legal drafters work on changes. Climate Finance Pushback (World Bank): The World Bank is dropping climate-centric financing targets after U.S. criticism, weakening a plan that had aimed for 35% then 45% of funding to cut emissions or support adaptation. Energy Infrastructure vs Communities (U.S.): In Virginia, citizens are fighting Dominion’s planned power line and substation, raising concerns about wildlife, fire risk, land values, and agriculture; officials say eminent domain is a “last resort.” Waste and Public Health (Nigeria): Lagos faces an “environmental nightmare” from solid waste flooding areas, with calls for lasting disposal solutions as WHO warns poorly managed waste drives disease and pollution. Environmental Review Dispute (U.S.): Maryland AG urges ICE to pause a proposed detention facility, citing unresolved environmental impacts and demanding a full Environmental Impact Statement. Carbon Capture Reversal (Louisiana): Air Products cancels its Lake Maurepas carbon sequestration project, citing financial returns, after years of local opposition. ESRS Reporting Snapshot (EU): EFRAG finds most EU companies’ sustainability statements heavily emphasize climate, workforce, and business conduct, with more firms adding climate transition plans.