World Environment Day (June 5): Greece rolled out 65 local events under the “Inspired by Nature” theme, aiming to turn climate action into on-the-ground cleanups, wildlife walks, and protected-area activities. UAE Climate Action: Abu Dhabi utility EWEC says its roadmap could cut CO2 emissions nearly 46% by 2035 versus 2019, pairing renewables with low-carbon desalination. India—Farming & Forest Fight: India’s farmers’ groups (FAIFA) urged “El Niño-ready” climate-resilient farming as heat and erratic rain threaten food security, while opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of dismantling forests and weakening environmental governance. Nature as infrastructure: A global push framed healthy ecosystems as essential for public health, water, and livelihoods—not just conservation. Mosquito release debate: Google is seeking EPA approval to release millions of Wolbachia-infected, non-biting male mosquitoes in California and Florida, a move aimed at reducing populations. Coastal pollution & governance: Antalya launched smoke-free beaches to curb cigarette-butt pollution; Cyprus urged stronger climate governance; Palau’s president demanded urgent ocean governance as sea-level rise accelerates impacts on island states. Climate finance & accountability: The US SEC moved to scrap Biden-era climate disclosure rules, potentially leaving investors with less visibility into climate risks.