EU Green Accession Momentum: European Commissioner Jessika Roswall kicked off a visit to Chișinău, backing Moldova’s readiness to open negotiations on the Environment cluster (Cluster IV), with the promise of EU support via the €1.9bn Growth Plan and a focus on water, wastewater, waste management, monitoring, and climate resilience. Heat & Storm Risk: Moldova is among countries facing extreme early-summer heat, with Romania issuing warnings that also cover southern Moldova; temperatures could reach around 37°C in parts of the region, alongside severe storms and hail. Heating System Modernization: Moldova and the World Bank signed a US$1.7m grant to prepare modernization of Chișinău’s heating system, including work toward a new high-efficiency cogeneration plant to cut fuel use and emissions. Energy Efficiency Push: The EcoVoucher program delivered 336 appliance-replacement vouchers (up to 6,000 lei) for energy-efficient fridges and washing machines, with recycling of old units. Green Finance Forum: Moldova hosted the Green Finance and Investment Forum, while the government and partners discussed how to mobilize funding for the green transition. Power Grid Resilience: Construction of the Bălți–Suceava 400 kV line moves forward, with environmental and safety compliance highlighted.