Waste Enforcement & Public Health: The Philippine National Police ordered tighter compliance with waste segregation and disposal rules, urging officers to set examples and use separate bins for biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste. Local Governance & Flooding: A Parañaque lawmaker said LGUs need science-based long-term planning alongside quick cleanups, warning that blaming residents alone won’t fix flooding driven by poor waste disposal systems. Worker Safeguards: Sen. Loren Legarda pushed a “Magna Carta of Waste Workers” bill to close enforcement gaps and improve protections for informal waste pickers and workers. Recycling in Practice: Kent County is rolling out an AI sorting system at its waste-to-energy facility to pull recyclables from bagged trash before incineration. Reuse & Circular Economy: Ajuy, Iloilo turned 700 kg of recovered plastic into 35 classroom chairs, showing how local partnerships can turn waste into durable goods. Community Cleanups: Mysuru launched a citywide “garbage vulnerable points” cleanup drive, targeting dumping hotspots and moving collected waste to scientific disposal. Heat Impacts on Services: East Suffolk paused some waste rounds due to hot temperatures, while Redcar postponed garden waste collections to protect staff and prioritize core services. Major Safety Incident: Bangladesh shipbreaking in Sitakunda saw multiple deaths after toxic gas exposure during dismantling, prompting calls for stricter safety procedures. Industry Deal Watch: EQT Infrastructure submitted an offer to buy Australia’s Cleanaway for $4.9B, a move that could reshape recycling and waste services. Design for Behavior Change: A Closed Loop Center report highlights how friction-free messaging, visible infrastructure, and social cues can boost reuse and recycling participation.