Danube Drought & Energy Shock: Romania has begun shutting down its last working Cernavodă nuclear reactor as record-low Danube levels make cooling unsafe, immediately affecting Moldova that relies on Romanian electricity for up to 60%. Water & Ecosystem Stress: Experts warn that low Dniester flows can trigger oxygen loss, algal blooms and a long ecological crisis, while Moldova and Romania adjust Prut releases to protect drinking water and minimum ecological flow. Renewables Push: Moldova added about 94 MW of renewable capacity in the first half of 2026, with solar still dominant, and prosumers now account for roughly a fifth of renewable capacity. Storage for Resilience: VIM Energy secured a large battery-storage contract for state-owned CET-Nord, and Norway is discussing support for BESS and home energy efficiency via EcoVoucher. Aquaculture for a Warmer Future: Moldova published a 2026–2030 aquaculture program focused on mapping water bodies, upgrading hatcheries, and adapting fish farming to climate change. Green Procurement: Moldova’s Finance Ministry held a workshop to help auditors apply “green” procurement rules using price-quality and life-cycle cost, not just labels. Wildfire Context: Greece’s wildfire surge, including rescues near Halkidiki with help from Moldovan firefighters, underlines how extreme heat is escalating fire risk across the region.