Extreme Heat in Europe: A severe early-summer heatwave has pushed France to its hottest day on record, with schools and tourist sites closing early and red alerts issued across parts of Europe—another reminder that heatwaves are intensifying with climate change. Climate Finance for Forests: The Tropical Forest Forever Facility is moving from promise to test, aiming to conserve tropical forests by tying payments to investment returns—an effort to make climate protection work in real markets. Slovenia’s Solar Push: Slovenia’s new nationwide energy-sharing mechanism is drawing early registrations, while battery storage and a rebound in residential solar adoption point to a new phase for the PV market. Biodiversity in Action: Slovenia has opened its first sterlet hatchery on the Mura River to restock an endangered Danube sturgeon species, supporting LIFE-Boat 4 Sturgeon efforts. EU Support for Farmers: The EU approved emergency CAP funding of over €56m for farmers hit by adverse weather, including €2.8m for Slovenian apple growers. Energy Transition Funding Debate: Twelve EU countries, including Slovenia, are urging the Commission to extend and scale the Modernisation Fund beyond 2030 to protect energy security and competitiveness. Cross-border Energy Storage: Gen-I has bought three utility-scale battery storage systems in Bulgaria, expanding storage capacity and accelerating renewables integration. Local Community Design: A new village school complex in Hotič is being built as a shared social center—blending education with community life. International Spotlight: India praised Slovenia’s support during National Day events, including Slovenia’s condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack.