Water Crisis Watch: The Dniester is sliding into a critical phase as inflow to the Novodnistrovsk reservoir hits new historic lows, with authorities warning that every cubic meter now matters for downstream ecosystems and drinking-water security. Heat & Fire Risk: Meteorologists issued a yellow heatwave and vegetation fire danger warning across Moldova, with temperatures up to 36°C and guidance to avoid peak sun exposure and open burning. Green Home Funding: Casa Verde grant applications for energy-efficiency upgrades in private homes will reopen this fall, covering up to 50% of costs (max 200,000 lei) via a two-stage process. Road & Environment Impact: Moldova launched a tender for a feasibility study for the A8 motorway section (Ungheni–Budești), including traffic work and an environmental impact assessment. EU-Linked Policy Push: Parliament’s extraordinary session (20–26 Aug) includes 37 draft acts, with 23 carrying EU labels, including environmental protection and infrastructure measures. Biodiversity & Waterways: WWF highlights threats to sturgeon in the lower Danube, pointing to illegal fishing and habitat damage as major drivers of decline. Local Resilience: URBACT IV Programme support is helping Moldovan cities advance sustainable urban projects through European cooperation networks.