PFAS Lawsuit in Delaware: Veolia sued multiple upstream manufacturers tied to PFAS contamination, seeking to recover costs for its $35M PFAS filtration upgrades at the Stanton Water Treatment Plant and ongoing maintenance. Water Quality Watch: A PennEnvironment report found fecal bacteria levels that fail federal Clean Water Act goals at many Pennsylvania waterways, raising concerns for recreation exposure—relevant to the Delaware River region. Local Conservation Win: Delaware Wild Lands received a 37.6-acre donation from The Nature Conservancy to expand the Milford Neck Preserve, boosting wetland restoration and wildlife habitat. DNREC Pier Closure: DNREC closed the Seaford Fishing Pier after structural problems (deteriorating piles and a sinkhole risk) were found; the boat ramp and parking lot stay open while repairs or replacement are planned. Sharks & Storms Research: Scientists tracked juvenile great white sharks during Hurricane Hilary, finding many temporarily moved to safer waters—new clues for how marine wildlife responds to coastal storms. Schools & Safety Tech: ZeroEyes partnered with Advantech and Camden Police to deploy AI gun detection at Caesar Rodney School District. Energy Grid Policy: DOE ended review of remaining National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors, signaling a shift in how major transmission projects move forward. Food Bank Solar: The Food Bank of Delaware installed a 719-panel solar array at its Milford facility, projected to cut power costs by $2M+ over time.