Carbon Pricing in Action: Taiwan collected NT$4.97 billion from its first carbon fee payments, with 240 companies (461 facilities) filing, and the Environment Ministry signaling possible rate hikes plus a tighter emissions trading pilot planned for later this year. Low-Carbon Tech in Public Spaces: E Ink installed a 75-inch color e-paper ad display at Taipei Taoyuan Airport, pitching ultra-low power signage as a greener alternative for high-traffic locations. Renewables for Industry: TotalEnergies ENEOS completed Phase 2 of a rooftop solar project for Indonesia’s Ceres, adding 1.4 MWp and cutting carbon by powering about 12% of the plant’s electricity needs. Marine Heat Stress Watch: A new study links a 2024 soft coral “slumping” event on South Korea’s Jeju Island to heat plus salinity and water-quality changes, with concern that a predicted Super El Niño could trigger similar impacts. Recycling Push: Taiwan Technical Mission and the Department of Environment backed a new recycling bin launch with Antioch Baptist Church, expanding a community recycling effort tied to World Environment Day. Disaster Risk Across the Region: A 7.0 quake in the Philippines triggered tsunami alerts across multiple areas including Taiwan, renewing attention on coastal preparedness. Trade Pressure on Forced Labor: USTR proposed Section 301 tariffs (10%–12.5%, plus 37.5% for Brazil) tied to forced-labor-linked imports, with product exceptions and public comment hearings ahead.