Dniester Pollution Row: MP Vasile Costiuc alleges unknown discharges and “spills” on the Nistru River, accusing authorities of hiding details; Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder replies that remaining filters are being washed downstream as water levels fluctuate after an earlier major pollution event. Climate Extremes: Copernicus reports May 2026 as the second-warmest May on record, with an unusually early heatwave across western Europe and sharp rain contrasts; parts of Moldova saw severe flooding. Local Green Infrastructure Funding: Moldova’s government approved 33 community projects under the Diaspora at Home Succeeds DAR 1+3 programme, including water and sewer upgrades, energy-efficiency measures, solar installations, and biomass heating for schools. Wastewater Efficiency in the Region: An EU Green Week 2026 event highlighted energy-efficient wastewater treatment and sludge recovery options for Eastern Partnership utilities, aiming to cut costs while modernizing aging systems. EV Charging Push: Moldova may double electric cars by 2030; officials are preparing a roadmap to expand charging infrastructure based on a UNDP-supported pre-feasibility study. Energy Security: A U.S. bill introduced in Congress would deepen cooperation on Moldova’s energy sustainability, including support for a 400 kV Straseni–Gutinas transmission line feasibility study.