Heatwave and land-use pressure in Germany: A record-breaking heatwave has pushed temperatures above 40°C, stressing hospitals and transport and highlighting how sealed surfaces and lost natural areas worsen urban heat. Water safety and pollution: In the UK, the Environment Agency advised people to avoid most of the Teesside coast after a sewage leak from a burst pipe, with sampling and beach cleans underway. Climate governance and accountability: A Ghana commentary argues floods aren’t a “political switch,” calling for real drainage, enforcement, and preparedness instead of headline-driven blame. Climate justice and legal action: NGOs sued TotalEnergies in France to force disclosure tied to a Nigerian oil stake sale, invoking corporate duty of vigilance over environmental harm. Nature-based solutions policy push: A Ghana lawmaker urged stronger environmental laws so nature-based solutions can deliver resilience, jobs, and investment. Food security under climate stress: Zimbabwe’s Seed Co rolled out new white wheat varieties aimed at boosting productivity and climate resilience to cut import dependence. Regional climate cooperation: Bangladesh urged Asia-Pacific coordination to build a climate-resilient green economy and eco-friendly bioeconomy. Moon missions with “environmental data” goals: NASA selected three companies for four lunar lander deliveries, aiming to build a network of environmental data and location markers on the Moon.