Blue-Carbon Verification: Bahamas PM Philip Davis says new science could confirm the country’s seagrass ecosystems capture more greenhouse gases than the Bahamas emits, with $25 million pledged for mapping, sampling, and carbon inventories—potentially reshaping its climate-negotiation position. US Farm Climate Support: Scientists urge Congress to keep funding USDA Climate Hubs as House Republicans cut money, warning farmers could lose practical research on drought, heat, drainage, and cover crops. Healthy Food, Healthy Planet: Global Green launched Healthy People, Healthy Planet™ during UNGA81 and Climate Week NYC, linking climate action with regenerative food systems and clean energy implementation. PFAS Cleanup Tech: StreamGo named Steve Watzeck CEO and unveiled a nanobubble system aimed at capturing, concentrating, and destroying long- and short-chain PFAS. Biodiversity on the Ground: In the Apayao biosphere, DENR-CENRO Calanasan documented 14 endemic bird species, including the critically endangered Philippine Eagle. Climate-Driven Flooding: Thailand reports at least eight deaths and widespread flooding after heavy rains, with hundreds of thousands affected. Energy Transition Meets Industry: NTPC and EDF Power Solutions signed a 50:50 JV to develop pumped storage, hydropower, and other renewables across India and neighboring countries. Data Centers vs Power: New reporting highlights how AI data centers are straining electricity grids, with projections pointing to massive additional US power needs by 2030. Nature + Community Restoration: Kenya’s Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme marks 10 years, celebrating forest restoration that supports biodiversity, water security, and livelihoods.