Carbon Market Showdown: Ten EU states, including Estonia, are pushing the European Commission to rethink ETS reform and the planned ETS2 carbon price on transport and heating fuels from 2028, warning of higher costs for households and asking for more free permits and a slower tightening of the emissions cap. Low-Emission Shipping: Riga’s Port operator LVR Flote has joined a Baltic project (with Tallinn University of Technology and partners across the region) to cut CO2 from pilot boats using low-emission tech and shared recommendations for greener pilotage services. Electric Aviation: A fully electric training aircraft, the Elektra Trainer, made a first-of-its-kind landing at Tartu Airport, with Estonia’s aviation academy highlighting potential benefits for pilot training and lower energy costs. Energy Storage: Baltic Storage Platform has brought its Hertz 2 battery energy storage system (100MW/200MWh) online in Aruküla, supporting grid balancing and frequency regulation after the Baltics’ grid sync with mainland Europe. Heat & Sun Risk: Estonia recorded its highest UV index reading of 8.9 in Haapsalu (June 25), with experts noting the jump in sunburn risk when multiple weather factors align. Wildlife on Roads: Ornithologists urge drivers to watch for young birds and chicks near wetlands and breeding areas, warning that summer road collisions rise as birds feed along roadsides. Reusable Packaging Rules: From 2028, Estonia will require takeaway outlets, including via delivery apps, to offer reusable packaging options alongside single-use containers. Transport & Travel Signals: Tallinn Airport set a June passenger record (373,000) even as travel agencies report fewer bookings, with more people buying tickets directly.