Heat & drought in Switzerland: Switzerland braces for a fourth heatwave of the summer, with forecasts pointing to very hot, mostly dry conditions and drought likely to persist, raising pressure on water and cooling. Water stress & ecosystems: Extreme heat has already depleted Swiss glaciers’ winter reserves early, threatening water resources later in the year. Public health & rivers: European cities including Paris and Basel are seeing urban rivers become suitable for swimming again after decades of sewage and monitoring upgrades—an adaptation win as heatwaves intensify. Local environmental rule change: Chiasso (Ticino) will fine dog owners who don’t dilute pet urine in public places, citing hot weather and drought making smells more noticeable. Air quality warning: Calgary’s wildfire smoke pushed air quality into “very high risk” territory—another reminder of how climate-driven fires can rapidly harm health. Circular economy: Indorama Ventures launched a Zero Waste to Landfill initiative at its PET recycling site in the Philippines, aiming to cut waste and recover more materials. Policy & industry shift: The EU’s revised ETS includes a new mechanism to support low- and zero-emission maritime fuels, but concerns remain about whether e-fuels get dedicated earmarking.