Global Scans · Nature · Weekly Summary

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WHAT''S NEXT?: Oceans, animals, and land are all under threat from climate change and human activities. The effective and efficient conservation of agricultural biodiversity is vital to meeting the global challenges of food and nutritional security for an expanding world population. But, the signs are of continued degradation of our global natural resources and environment.

• [New] Already today, climate risk is causing higher insurance costs, damaging supply chains and farms, and could cost businesses up to 7% of their yearly profits in the next decade, if they do not adapt and support nature preservation. NetworkNature
• [New] U.S. marketed natural gas production will remain flat in 2026 as production growth from the Permian and Appalachia regions will offset the overall decline in production from the rest of the United States. EIA - Energy Information Administration
• [New] Incentives for Rare Earths: Government plans Rs5,000 crore PLI scheme to boost magnet production capacity and reduce overdependence on China (which controls 90% of global supply). Legacy IAS Academy
• [New] With the world facing increasingly frequent outbreaks, rising antimicrobial resistance, and growing challenges from climate change, environmental degradation and geopolitical instability, the EU is taking proactive steps to protect people from health threats. Public Health
• [New] Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow fastest over the forecast period due to rising terrorist activities, increased cyber and geopolitical threats, and natural disasters. Precedence Research
• [New] Avian influenza A is circulating in wild birds, poultry and some mammals around the world, and occasional human infections following exposure to infected animals or contaminated environments are expected to occur. FluTrackers News and Information
• [New] Shell expects to have booked significantly lower trading and optimization results for the second quarter compared to the prior quarter, while it also slightly reduced the range of its natural gas and LNG production for the April-June period. EconCurrent's Substack
• [New] As drone technology continues to advance, the nature of conflict will evolve, raising new challenges and opportunities for nations around the world. County Local News
• [New] China's move to issue short-term export licences for rare earth magnets reduces the risk of near-term supply disruption and is likely to have a global policy response focused on expanding production capacity rather than constraining exports. Yahoo
• [New] The Ministry of Energy expects EPSO-G to actively contribute to the development of green gas infrastructure by utilizing the existing natural gas infrastructure for the development of biomethane and creating a new green hydrogen ecosystem. HydrogenWire
• [New] The Environmental Sustainability Reporting Standards, Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures, and the Global Reporting Initiative all emphasize the importance of focusing on habitat changes, particularly nationally threatened species. Nature
• [New] In Bangladesh, satellite data provided by GDA programme enabled the World Bank to shape national electrification plans by mapping the infrastructure risks of natural hazards such as floods, landslides and extreme winds. GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
• [New] The Trump administration's approach on climate could have ripple effects around the globe, as it pushes for more drilling, supports U.S. exports of liquified natural gas and promotes export opportunities for coal and coal technologies. The Good Men Project
• [New] Beyond 1.5 °C of warming, we face an escalating risk of triggering self-perpetuating changes to vital Earth systems that could push the global climate into a less habitable state. The Good Men Project
• [New] The ongoing innovation in thermal power generation technologies will help meet the world's growing energy needs while reducing the environmental impact of power production, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] As governments around the world tighten regulations around energy use and emissions, industries will face greater incentives to invest in technologies that improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] As the global demand for energy grows and the need to mitigate the environmental impact of power generation intensifies, waste heat recovery will play a critical role in reshaping the way energy is produced and consumed. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] Innovations in heat exchanger technologies will continue to drive the energy transition, helping to reduce costs, improve system efficiency, and lower the environmental impact of power generation worldwide. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] With over 50 million people facing the threat of thirst, Iran's water crisis exposes not just environmental collapse - but a regime clinging to power through neglect and repression. NCRI
• By treating water as a core business risk, not just an environmental concern, UK businesses can stay ahead of rising costs, protect their operations and meet ESG expectations. Smarter Business
• The tighter global standards for pollution control and spill response will have the tendency to fuel demand for industrial high-performance absorbents to make compliance easier and minimize environmental damage. Markets and Data

Last updated: 12 July 2025