This week featured a range of environmental news, from local restoration projects to wildlife adaptations. The Wisconsin Wetlands Association has been working to restore wetlands, aiming to protect downstream infrastructure from flooding. This initiative is crucial in mitigating the impacts of climate change-induced extreme weather events like floods. Additionally, the National Trust's Northey Island project created a new habitat for birds through a marine engineering project using sunken Thames barges. This innovative approach demonstrates the intersection of environmental and engineering solutions for wildlife conservation and habitat restoration. In Milwaukee, tree ambassadors have been fostering community engagement and trust through tree planting efforts, highlighting the importance of local involvement in ecological restoration. On a broader scale, a review called for a shake-up in water oversight in Wales and England to tackle sewage pollution, emphasizing the need for comprehensive policy changes to address environmental challenges. Despite the ice loss in Norwegian islands, scientists found that polar bears are adapting by consuming more land-based prey, showcasing the resilience of wildlife in the face of climate change.