Air Pollution & Health: A Toronto study links long-term exposure to PM2.5 and NO2 with more artery plaque and higher obstructive coronary artery disease rates, even when pollution levels mostly meet current guidelines. Heat & Wildfire Smoke: Huron-Perth Public Health warns of a multi-day heat event with humidex near 45, while Minnesota’s MPCA issues a “Very Unhealthy” Purple Alert for northeast counties as wildfire smoke and extreme heat combine. Ozone Alerts: Pennsylvania’s DEP issues a Code Orange ozone alert for the Pittsburgh region, urging sensitive groups to limit outdoor activity. Data Centers & Emissions: A new report highlights how next-gen continuous emissions monitoring systems are being used to track and comply with pollutants as data centers expand. Energy Transition: Clean Power Alliance approves a 200 MW solar plus 200 MW/800 MWh battery deal for Tulare County, and Virginia rolls out a statewide rooftop solar group-buying program to cut upfront costs. Local Pollution Enforcement: South Coast AQMD issues a violation notice to a Boyle Heights warehouse owner after a fire cleanup triggered odor complaints, and Florida’s DEP cited a recycling facility for dust—prompting Coastal Waste to outline new controls. Climate Extremes: UK researchers estimate 1,140 heat-related deaths in May/June 2026 were attributable to human-caused climate change. Volcano Watch: Mayon Volcano in the Philippines continues unrest with light ashfall reported after pyroclastic activity. Water Pollution Settlement: Oklahoma AG unveils a bid to settle a poultry waste lawsuit with nearly $44M for cleanup in the Illinois River watershed.