Transport & Air Quality Pressure Relief: Slovenia’s motorway operator DARS has started round-the-clock works on the A1 corridor near Postojna, using night crews to cut the project timeline by an estimated 20–30 days amid chronic summer bottlenecks and frequent accidents. Energy Transition Support: Borzen has opened a €10m rebate scheme from the Climate Fund to co-finance battery energy storage systems, covering up to 45% of eligible costs (capped at €225/kWh) for eligible grid-connected installations. Water & Sustainability Diplomacy: Azerbaijan took part in Slovenia’s Bled Water Forum, focusing on water security and efficient resource management, with officials highlighting national strategy work. Urban Logistics Shift: Pošta Slovenije and Ljubljana launched a pilot for assisted robotic last-mile delivery in the city’s pedestrian zone, aiming to support deliveries where vehicle access is limited. Biodiversity & EU Compliance: The European Commission has decided to refer Slovenia to the Court of Justice for failing to comply with the Birds Directive, raising pressure on habitat protection and enforcement. Regional Cooperation: Slovenia is set to engage in SEECP summit diplomacy in Sofia, with Türkiye’s FM expected to stress connectivity and regional stability.