Floating Solar Impact Study: A year-long French Polynesia study in Ra’iātea (Tumaraa lagoon) found floating photovoltaic panels sharply cut light reaching the seabed, including reduced UVA/UVB, but detected no measurable change in lagoon water temperature—important for lagoon ecology and future renewable siting. Regional Finance for Industry: French Polynesia is reported to be turning to the Asian Bank for financing, a signal for how major projects may be funded across energy, infrastructure, and other industry priorities. Pacific Energy & Water Link: An EU-backed OTEC feasibility push for The Bahamas highlights how baseload ocean thermal energy could support both electricity and desalination, with potential lessons for island grids and water security. Media as an Industry: Fiji’s deputy PM and leaders at the Pacific Media Summit stressed media sustainability, training, and tackling misinformation—plus Fiji’s new regional journalism and communications centre—relevant for communications capacity that supports business and public services. High-Value Tourism Angle: A Pacific yachting strategy is being promoted to grow high-value tourism, aligning marine services with visitor demand. Local Ocean Spotlight: Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 features a seahorse image from Moorea/Tahiti, underscoring French Polynesia’s marine biodiversity as a draw for conservation and tourism.