Climate & Health Research: A Lancet Planetary Health study links Southeast Asia land-use change (deforestation, farming expansion, urban growth) to about 13,000 excess deaths in 2018 and major economic losses, with Macao Polytechnic University and City University of Macau among collaborators. Flood Preparedness: A Macao lawmaker questioned whether authorities are ready for the rainy season and whether drainage maintenance and inter-department coordination are sufficient; the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau and Municipal Affairs Bureau pointed to shared systems and ongoing sewer and storm-drain upkeep. Green Industry Expansion: Swire Coca-Cola opened a Guangzhou green, digital plant and launched another in Suzhou within 24 hours, citing energy conservation, carbon reduction, water management and waste recycling—relevant for regional sustainability and resource use. Urban Placemaking: CURB’s “Placeable City” competition invites community-led public space proposals in Hengqin (Macau New Neighbourhood, Checkpoint Square, Pier Waterfront), aiming to strengthen people-oriented urban identity and interaction. Nature-Inspired Design: A floating cloud membrane installation (“PILLS”) at a GBA retail development is framed as an environmental device and storytelling landmark, blending atmosphere design with coastal-site experience.