Climate & Wildfires: Two new studies link this week’s Spain and France wildfires to human-caused climate change, finding Spain’s extreme fire weather up to 20 times more likely and France’s conditions doubled, with Southern Europe’s extreme fire-prone days now more than doubled versus decades ago. Water Stress in the Netherlands: Dutch drought concerns are escalating, with reports of the Rhine hitting record-low levels at the Dutch border and water authorities warning conditions are worsening. AI, Energy and Data Centres: NTT DATA and ENGIE announce a renewable-energy partnership for data centres, while a separate report highlights how water availability can limit new AI data centre plans—raising the stakes for cooling and site selection. Circular Food & Climate: The Netherlands Enterprise Agency backs a three-year programme to help Dutch firms expand blended meat products in France, aiming to cut climate harm while improving public health. Biodiversity & Nature: A Dutch river study reports an eighth species of American crayfish found in Dutch rivers, adding to concerns about invasive wildlife impacts. Netherlands in Global Climate Diplomacy: Taiwan’s Environment Minister hosts a seminar sending young trainees to Rotterdam and other cities to learn about climate governance and recycling.