Mangrove Protection Fight: Philippines environmental groups are urging DENR to pause “earth-balling” and mangrove relocation, warning up to 80% of trees could die, as a House inquiry reviews the agency’s “exceptional circumstances” rules. Climate Data Gaps: Nepal’s HiM-DATA project is tackling “Third Pole” monitoring blind spots by building high-elevation, community-run observation networks to better track warming impacts. Renewables Reality Check: A new report argues wind turbines kill far fewer birds than common claims, comparing impacts with cats and other everyday hazards. Solar Expansion: Bangladesh’s Apex Footwear is swapping to biodegradable corn-starch bags, while India’s 3PL sector keeps absorbing warehouse space—both pointing to shifting material and infrastructure choices. Waste Pressure in Lagos: Lagos will add 220 compactor trucks to speed waste evacuation, while officials warn residents not to patronize unregulated cart pushers that dump waste in drains. Clean Energy Planning: ADB’s $3B roadmap for Tripura targets major renewable buildout and storage, aiming to cut losses and clean up the power mix by 2035. Flood Accountability: A Philippine cardinal says flood control can’t be “more concrete,” calling for watershed restoration and scrutiny of flawed projects. Extreme Weather: Cyprus is bracing for thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible tornadoes after unusually cold conditions and flood-risk alerts. Biodiversity & Coasts: Delaware’s Cape Henlopen beach reopening is timed to protect shorebirds, with seasonal closures and new nesting protections. Circular Economy in Action: Caritas Manila’s “Segunda Mana” says it has diverted 269 tons of materials from landfills in early 2026 through resale and reuse.