CO2 Capture Push: Kansai Electric and Kawasaki Heavy Industries are seeking the first off-site transport of captured CO2 from a coal plant, aiming to scale carbon capture and storage tech. Climate Risk Research Gap: A Himalayan parliamentary panel says there’s no dedicated study linking climate change to worsening forest-fire trends, urging region-specific fire-risk research and better early-warning models. Extreme Weather Watch: Environment Canada issued severe thunderstorm watches for Toronto and southern Ontario, warning of damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain, and possible utility outages. Wildfire Preparedness: British Columbia ordered evacuations as fast-moving wildfires spread, with the Bald Range blaze forcing thousands to leave homes. Water Stress on Farms: Iraq’s 2025 crop output fell sharply as irrigation restrictions and water shortages hit tomatoes, watermelon, and other vegetables. Nature-Based Solutions: Volunteers in Pittsfield, Massachusetts removed invasive hardy kiwi at Burbank Park to help restore healthier forest habitat. Agroforestry Jobs: Vi Agroforestry highlighted youth-focused agroforestry as a route to jobs, food security, and climate-resilient rural businesses. Just Transition in Law: UNEP says countries are turning “just transition” pledges into laws, policies, and court decisions grounded in environmental rule of law.