Geothermal & climate risk: Iceland’s Sólheimajökull glacier, fed by Katla, may release up to 41 tons of methane a day in summer, with volcanic gases helping methane survive long enough to reach the air. Arctic energy diplomacy: Iceland and India are pushing deeper ties on renewable energy, green tech and green shipping ahead of an India–EFTA Prosperity Summit. Geothermal tech review: Syntholene has hired Imperial College London researchers to independently review operating data from its Húsavík geothermal-integrated solid oxide electrolysis demo. Wound-care biotech: Kerecis launched “Compact,” a compressed fish-skin platform aimed at reducing waste and simplifying application for deep wounds. Healthcare staffing policy: Ireland is temporarily relaxing the “50:50 rule” limiting non-EEA workers to tackle shortages in nursing homes and care services. Iceland aquaculture fight: After years of opposition, licences for 10,000 tonnes of open-net salmon farming were granted for Seyðisfjörður, despite concerns about space and local impacts. Economy watch: Iceland’s inflation rose to 5.9% in September, with fuel VAT changes and diesel/petrol swings driving part of the increase. Tech & travel: Opera’s Android browser adds a travel eSIM offering 3GB free 5G data in Iceland and other countries. Maritime governance: Pelagic fisheries talks continue as mackerel and herring Fisheries Improvement Programmes close, with buyers exploring certified-stock switches.