Hydrology Crisis: Moldova’s Novodnistrovsk Reservoir kept dropping, down to 112.76 m (about 25 cm lower since early August), and Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder warns August and September are the most critical months unless rains arrive. Water Use Restrictions: The government extended warnings on reduced river flows until Aug 14, with Dniester and Prut sectors still under yellow/orange/red codes, and residents facing limits on non-essential water use. Wastewater for Farms: Moldova is drafting rules for safe reuse of treated wastewater in agriculture, aiming to meet EU standards, protect rivers and groundwater, and boost climate resilience; the draft is open for public comment. Local Pollution Risk: Residents in Comrat District again raised alarms over a poorly managed landfill, saying leachate may threaten groundwater and calling for urgent oversight and a responsible operator. Danube Drought Impacts: Record-low Danube levels are disrupting shipping and energy production across Europe, with Moldova in the wider basin affected by the same hydrological stress. Energy Pressure: Moldova continues urging electricity savings during peak hours as the regional system faces strain linked to drought-driven generation limits. Sustainable Tourism Push: A state-funded program supports sustainable tourism, including eco-trails and heritage routes, plus digital and AI tools for destinations and SMEs. Transport & Emissions: DP World launched a finished-vehicle rail corridor from Zeebrugge to Romania’s Aiud, with plans to connect onward to Moldova—aimed at cutting CO₂ versus road haulage. Biodiversity & Heat: Europe’s heatwave and drought are fueling wildfires in the region, underscoring the growing pressure on natural areas.