Climate & Heat: June 2026 was the world’s second-hottest June on record, underlining how fast warming is stacking the odds for extreme heat that can disrupt farming and ecosystems. Extreme Weather Impacts: A new EU-wide survey finds most Europeans have felt climate disruption, with southern and central-eastern regions reporting heat and wildfire impacts, while Slovenia also flags flooding as a key risk. Slovenia’s Climate-Linked Policy: Slovenia is backing Ukraine with an extra $50m under the PURL initiative and co-financing three civil protection shelters—support framed as long-term, sustainable resilience. Energy & Environment Governance: Slovenia is among EU countries pushing for “full use of nuclear energy” in the post-2030 energy framework, alongside renewables and other low-emission options. Biodiversity & Land Use: A fossilised marine reptile tooth was found near Idrija, adding to Slovenia’s deep-time natural heritage. Wildlife Debate: Bear-attack discussions in the region are again fueling calls for stronger large-carnivore regulation and possible culling. Agriculture Finance: Regenerative agriculture adoption is being held back less by definitions and more by lack of scalable funding mechanisms for farmers. Fracking Legal Outcome: Slovenia won an international arbitration case over its fracking ban, with the ICSID rejecting a €600m claim.