EU Energy & Methane Rules: The European Commission signals it may delay parts of the methane rules for oil and gas imports, citing supply security and price pressure, as ministers weigh whether activation should be pushed back. Hydrogen Network (Slovenia): ELES, Plinovodi and Yokogawa signed an MoU to build a Slovenia hydrogen ecosystem, focusing on better coordination between electricity, gas and hydrogen networks and a possible hydrogen plant demo. Rivers & Water Quality: A new study finds European river quality is improving, but only Slovenia is on track for 2030 targets—others must speed up action. Wastewater Compliance (EU): The Commission issued a reasoned opinion to Sweden over Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive gaps, while also pursuing other infringement steps. Slovenia Politics & Referendums: A Mediana poll for POP TV shows public dissatisfaction with the government crossing 50% ahead of 11 October referendums. Circular Packaging (Slovenia/Europe): Bayer launched a mono-material recyclable blister for Talcid in Germany (after an earlier Slovenia launch), aiming to expand across more markets by 2027. Local TV Ads (Slovenia): Telekom Slovenije/TSmedia is using Synamedia Iris to sell local ads on international TV channels, starting with AMC and BBC. Climate & Food Resilience: COOL-BORDER begins work to cut waste and barriers in chilled and frozen food supply chains across Central Europe, including Slovenia.