Heatwave Toll in Europe: EU officials marked victims of last month’s record heat, with around 5,000 excess deaths in Germany alone, and promised a new climate adaptation plan by year-end while debating how much to focus on resilience versus emissions cuts. EU Carbon Pricing Fight: Ten EU countries urged the Commission to rethink the planned ETS2 carbon price on heating and transport fuels from 2028, warning citizens shouldn’t face a new climate tax in the current economic climate. Germany Water Infrastructure: Sweco agreed to buy STEIN Ingenieure, adding about 60 German water and infrastructure specialists as utilities brace for modernization, climate resilience needs, and stricter EU requirements. Germany Drought Pressure: Germany launched a water monitor system as Rhine drought hits industry, highlighting how low river levels are turning into a practical industrial risk. Local Climate-Resilient Planning: Diekirch’s “New Diekirch” town-centre redesign will add greener public space, water features, and mobility improvements after a long public consultation process. Solar Rules in the Making: Rules for plug-in balcony solar panels are being finalized, but not before the end of summer—an important step for households without roof access. Data Centers and Power Demand: A new report spotlights how data centers are straining local resources, especially water and electricity, as communities push back against rapid hyperscaler expansion. Germany Industry Move: Siemens Healthineers will invest about €70m to expand its Kemnath manufacturing site for radiotherapy components, with more automation and logistics upgrades.