Our Scans · (LF.12) Responsible Consumption and Production · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• [New] Key Insight: In the coming years, the greatest leaps in sustainable nut production will be achieved through the synergistic deployment of AI, aeroponics, and satellite technology across all farming scales. Farmonaut
• [New] Tree Nut Viability: Full lifecycle commercial nut production (like almonds and walnuts) in aeroponics remains experimental for 2026, but is rapidly advancing. Farmonaut
• [New] As we move toward 2026, balancing almond production demand with sustainability is more critical than ever. Farmonaut
• [New] France-based Agreenculture will expand production and commercial availability of its automation kits following a €6 million ($7 million) Series A raise. AgFunderNews
• [New] Combined with a ban on new steel capacity backed up by production reduction policies, signals from China could start to accelerate momentum and competitive pressure for decarbonization. SteelWatch
• [New] Perfect Day - a pioneer in the animal-free dairy space making whey proteins via precision fermentation - says it expects initial operations to begin at its new production facility in Gujarat, India, in the second half of 2026. AgFunderNews
• [New] Operating across the major spice-growing regions of the US, Mexico, India, Egypt, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia, ofi's new Spice Maps strategy sets distinct 2030 targets for pepper, chile, turmeric, onion, cassia, and coconut - recognizing that each spice has unique production challenges. CNS Media
• [New] Most VBC platforms in 2026 will include at least one production AI feature directly tied to financial uplift or patient-quality metrics. Signify Research
• [New] Dongfeng Motor is aiming for mass production by the end of 2026 with an energy density of around 350 Wh / kg that has the potential to push electric vehicle range to penetrate 1,000 km. VOI.ID
• [New] FAW Group targets Hongqi vehicles with SSB in 2027, while GAC Group has started trial production at a pilot facility for testing a limited number of vehicles. VOI.ID
• [New] With a recent infusion of $300 million, Radiant is poised to accelerate its commercialization efforts, aiming to commence mass production by 2026. Energy Reporters
• [New] AI5, built on TSMC's 3 nm process, is expected to enter volume production in 2026 with relatively high yields in the 90-92% range and monthly wafer capacity scaling from approximately 15,000 to 18,000 wafers, making it well suited for cost-sensitive, high-volume vehicle deployments. Dr. Robert Castellano's Semiconductor Deep Dive Newslet
• [New] US Chip Revolution - NVIDIA and TSMC introduce the first U.S.-made Blackwell chip wafer at TSMC's Arizona facility, marking a pivotal step in boosting domestic semiconductor production and reducing geopolitical risks. The Tech Buzz
• [New] SAF production in 2025 is expected to reach 1.9 million tonnes (2.4 billion liters), doubling from the 1 million tonnes produced in 2024. Biofuels International
• [New] SAF output is expected to reach 1.9 Mt in 2025, nearly double that in 2024, but growth is projected to slow to 2.4 Mt in 2026, making up 0.8% of total jet fuel consumption, up from 0.6%. GreenAir News
• [New] Activity to catalyse Australia's green iron industry continued, with a strong signal in the Australian government's allocation of AUS 1 billion (USD 636 million) to a fund that will support the production of green iron and its supply chains. SteelWatch
• [New] The growth of regional manufacturing and the adoption of carbon pricing policies by the European Union and several Asian countries will encourage companies to invest in low-emission technologies and more efficient production processes. Fulgar S.p.A.
• MIT researchers have developed a new fabrication method that could enable the production of more energy efficient electronics by stacking multiple functional components on top of one existing circuit. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• With continued research and improved extraction methods, natural hydrogen could transform energy production, reduce emissions, and support global energy needs for generations to come. Chemical Industry Digest
• Approaches that enhance TMA production, whether through diet or medication, could help reduce insulin resistance and improve long-term health outcomes. ScienceDaily
• Critical minerals are becoming increasingly vital - growing demand for green energy technologies could scale production by nearly 500% by 2050. Insurance Journal
• Electricity's share of global energy consumption is going to double in the next decade alone. Engadget

Last updated: 22 December 2025