Flood & Water Security: President Maia Sandu marked Dniester Day by stressing the river’s role in Moldova’s health, agriculture, energy and community safety, after the March 2026 crisis showed how fast natural-resource threats can escalate. She also called for a full inventory of dams, including those run by private firms, and for stronger emergency capacity as extreme weather intensifies. Disaster Response: Parliamentarians urged solidarity after May 22–23 flash floods hit central districts (including Ungheni and Călărași), with authorities reporting casualties and ongoing damage assessments. Green Energy Incentives: Moldova advanced tax and customs relief for renewables and storage—cutting customs duties for storage batteries and wind turbines to 0% and enabling VAT refunds for eligible batteries—aimed at speeding investment and reducing reliance on external energy sources. Climate Data Trust: A new rule will have greenhouse-gas emissions data verified by independent accredited experts, boosting transparency and credibility for decarbonization monitoring. Agriculture & Weather Risk: Moldova’s apple harvest outlook is being reassessed after frost and spring conditions, while orchard moisture and pollination issues could shape next season’s supply. Energy Transition Context: A broader EU analysis warns Europe still leans heavily on fossil fuels, even after “energy diplomacy,” highlighting the need for more binding clean-energy deals.