Clean Water Check: Europe’s 2025 bathing water report finds 96% of monitored sites meet EU standards, with coastal waters generally stronger than rivers and lakes—though inland waters can be hit by short-term pollution from heavy rain or drought. Nuclear Safety: A wide coalition of countries, including Slovenia, condemned a May 17 drone attack targeting electrical infrastructure outside the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE, warning of risks to civilian safety and potential environmental and health impacts. Slovenia Energy Push: Borzen launched a EUR 10 million grant scheme (Climate Fund) supporting battery energy storage systems, covering up to 45% of eligible costs, with applications opening in August. AI Infrastructure in Ljubljana: The University of Ljubljana unveiled “Frida,” a new AI-focused supercomputing facility to complement the existing Vega system, aiming to boost AI research and industry collaboration. OECD on Slovenia: The OECD urged Slovenia to strengthen public finances, boost investment, improve trade resilience, and expand AI adoption to sustain growth. Aquaculture in Focus: The European Aquaculture Society announced a Ljubljana conference plenary line-up on “Aquaculture in Global Change,” linking sustainability, resilience, and energy-efficient production.