Iceland–EU Fisheries Deal Watch: Iceland is set to hold a late-August vote on whether to restart EU membership talks, with the European Commission floating possible fisheries and aquaculture exemptions from the Common Fisheries Policy—an idea that’s already triggered pushback from Ireland, which wants the same opt-out if Iceland gets special treatment. Geothermal Climate Accounting: At the World Geothermal Congress in Calgary, an international coalition backed work to standardize reporting of geothermal greenhouse-gas emissions, aiming for clearer, comparable climate accounting aligned with global frameworks. Reykjavík Streets and Safety: Reykjavík estimates repairing its worst pavements could cost about ISK 2.2 billion, after an accident in Grafarvogur led the city to accelerate planned sidewalk repairs and revisit funding priorities. Green Aviation Pilot in Húsavík: US firm Syntholene Energy opened an experimental e-fuel facility in Húsavík, using geothermal power to make hydrogen and produce low-carbon fuels, with Icelandair showing interest if commercial output scales. Arctic Travel Push: PONANT launched Arctic 2028 sales with 35+ departures, including voyages calling at Iceland and aiming at growing demand for ultra-remote polar expeditions.