Extreme Heat & Public Health: The WHO says Europe’s heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, warning that homes and workplaces weren’t built for these temperatures. Dutch Weather Hazards: KNMI recorded over 300,000 lightning discharges in the Netherlands over the weekend, with storms disrupting events and bringing large hail. Heatwave Impacts in the Netherlands: Dutch insurers report steady claims after lightning and hail damage, while Amsterdam’s heat is straining cooling systems and public services. Heat-Driven Consumer Demand: Chinese electric fan exports to Europe—including the Netherlands—jumped 20% to 97% in early 2026 as record heat boosts demand. Circular Plastics Push: Technip Energies, Alterra and Neste launched Nerea™, a standardized modular approach to scale chemical recycling of plastic waste. Local Waste Pressure: New Amsterdam faces irregular garbage collection after the closure of its landfill site, forcing waste to go elsewhere. Energy/Shipping Finance: SBM Offshore secured US$465m project financing for FSO Chalchi, supporting long-term crude storage and lease operations. Robotics After-Sales in Europe: JD.com opened robot repair centers and “robot ambulance” services across Europe, including the Netherlands, aiming to cut downtime and after-sales costs.