Wildlife on the roads: Cyprus’ Department of Forests is urging drivers to slow down on rural routes as animals become more active, with foxes, hedgehogs, birds, snakes and reptiles among the most frequent road casualties. Coastline protection debate: A new look at Cyprus’ breakwaters warns that piling on more “one size fits all” structures can shift erosion problems down the coast, leaving more beaches needing protection. Water-saving push in Larnaca: Larnaca has launched a campaign aimed at cutting household water use as Cyprus targets self-sufficiency by 2050, with residents asked to reduce daily consumption ahead of peak summer demand. Energy efficiency for heritage: Cyprus’ Office of Public Works won a Grand Prix at the European Heritage/Europa Nostra Awards for training that helps improve energy performance in historic buildings without damaging heritage value. Heat pumps and cooling demand: A European Commission JRC report highlights how Cyprus’ energy use is dominated by cooling, and estimates big cuts in emissions if oil boilers are replaced with electric heat pumps. Nicosia modernism spotlight: An exhibition is drawing attention to modernist architecture across the divided capital, tying heritage protection to a more inclusive, sustainable future.