Energy & Climate: Romania shut down its last working Cernavoda nuclear reactor as the Danube hit record-low levels, a move that immediately tightens electricity supply for Moldova and could push up regional prices. Water Resources: Moldova and Romania adjusted Prut releases and hydropower operations due to a hydrological deficit affecting the Stanca-Costesti reservoir, with drinking water and minimum ecological flow as priorities. Renewables & Storage: Moldova added about 94 MW of renewable capacity in the first half of 2026, while VIM Energy won a ~SEK190 million contract for a large battery storage system for state-owned CET-Nord, targeting Q1 2027 delivery. Sustainability in Governance: Moldova’s Ministry of Finance held a workshop to make public procurement “green,” focusing on how auditors can judge price-quality and life-cycle costs without letting fake eco-labels slip through. Biodiversity & Rivers: Experts warned that low Dniester flows can trigger cascading ecosystem damage—warming, oxygen loss, algal blooms, and loss of the river’s self-purifying ability. Circular Economy: A Moldovan company, Repack Company, is turning recycled paper into eco-friendly packaging, replacing plastic for food products. Local Climate Action: Mayors are invited to Brussels for energy and climate discussions under the Covenant of Mayors network.