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] The Ministry of Climate Change & Environment created the UAE National Sustainable Consumption and Production Plan (2019-2030) to spur the shift to a circular economy at the federal level. Grc
• [New] According to USDA projections analyzed by Reuters, world corn usage is expected to surpass production by about 1.8%, marking the largest supply deficit in 16 years. AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST
• [New] Global corn consumption is projected to exceed production during the 2026-27 marketing year, raising concerns about the shrinking margin in world grain supplies. AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST
• [New] Spain could reach a technical production capacity of up to 22 million tons of bio-SAF and 2.2 million tons of e-SAF by 2030, relying on abundant renewable resources, availability of raw materials, and an expanding industrial base. Moeve Global
• [New] By 2030, 6% SAF will be mandatory, including 1.2% synthetic fuels, which would require multiplying current production several times. Moeve Global
• [New] The MOEA will be responsible for setting standards for Taiwanese indigenous systems and supply chains, establishing test sites for manufacturers to evaluate drone performance, and accrediting local manufacturers who have reached the required domestic production levels. American Enterprise Institute - AEI
• [New] Indian metal, chemical and other commodity-linked stocks could react because China plays a major role in global consumption and pricing. Trade Brains
• [New] Europe is expected to progressively strengthen domestic cell and material production capabilities during the forecast period. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The European Union's Energy Efficiency Directive revision mandates 11.7% energy consumption reduction by 2030, further accelerating lightweight material adoption. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Energy-driven inflation is set to erode real household income and weigh on consumption through the rest of 2026, with stronger real wage growth and improving sentiment expected to lift private consumption only in 2027. investing.com
• [New] Other analyses cited alongside SOFIA indicate that aquaculture's share of total aquatic animal production could reach around 52% by 2030, with per-capita consumption of aquatic foods continuing to climb, particularly in developing regions. nutriNews, la revista de nutricion animal
• [New] Global aquatic animal production will rise by about 10%, reaching 214 million tonnes by 2034. nutriNews, la revista de nutricion animal
• [New] With compliance beginning in 2029, manufacturers have a defined timeframe to expand heat pump production capacity, strengthen supply chains, and build dealer and installer networks. / USA Persistence Market Research
• [New] By 2030, stronger European capabilities, production capacities, and logistical resilience are expected to reinforce European security as well as enhance the overall strength of the transatlantic defence architecture. Hudson Institute
• [New] Production and exports of crude oil and liquefied natural gas are expected to recover gradually and could approach pre-conflict levels during the first half of 2027; however, certain constraints linked to damaged infrastructure and disrupted trade routes will persist for longer. Ministry of Finance CR
• [New] With annual global cement production reaching 4.5 billion tonnes, even limited adoption creates substantial CO2 utilization potential and establishes mineralization as a major long-term growth opportunity. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Key Opportunity: CO2 mineralization for construction materials offers significant growth potential by permanently storing carbon while improving concrete performance across global cement production. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Steel consumption in the manufacturing sector is expected to grow by 3.3% year-on-year in 2026, citing S&P Global Energy CERA. GMK.CENTER
• [New] Demand for steel from the manufacturing sector - including mechanical engineering, automotive manufacturing, household appliance production, the energy sector and shipbuilding - is forecast to reach 344 million tonnes in 2026. GMK.CENTER
• [New] The manufacturing sector's share of total structured steel consumption in China will rise to 52% in 2026, compared with 46% in 2023. GMK.CENTER
• [New] Europe's relatively high production costs and infrastructure constraints could keep pricing firm, even as new capacity enters operation. openpr
• [New] Ghana is one of the world's major cocoa producers, with production for the 2025/26 season projected at roughly 750,000 tonnes. RUSSIA'S PIVOT TO ASIA
• [New] Manganese production is projected at approximately 6 million tonnes in 2026, while bauxite production could reach 3 million tonnes. RUSSIA'S PIVOT TO ASIA

Last updated: 07 September 2026