In the Philippines, efforts are underway to protect coastlines from natural disasters by restoring mangroves and beach forests. This approach can act as a buffer against typhoons, storms, floods, and land erosion, providing crucial protection for vulnerable coastal communities. Additionally, the government is expediting the construction of two new reservoirs to bolster the country's water supply. While the fast-tracking of these projects could strengthen water security, experts caution that managing water consumption is equally vital to address scarcity. In Germany, a court rejected a Peruvian farmer's groundbreaking climate case, where the plaintiff held a major energy company accountable for the melting of glaciers. Meanwhile, there is a growing call for locally-led initiatives to achieve the global goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030, emphasizing the need for small-scale, community-centered approaches to marine conservation.