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] 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
• [New] 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
• [New] The harsh conditions on Mars, including radiation and extreme temperatures, make it difficult to explore the planet, as well as the risk of contaminating the planet or bringing unwanted material to Earth. archyde
• [New] U.S. coal ash reserves could provide a domestic source of rare earth elements, potentially reducing reliance on Chinese supply chains and offering significant economic and environmental benefits. oilprice.com
• [New] Natural gas futures dropped due to concerns over escalating tensions in the Middle East, leading to fears of potential disruptions in energy supplies. morpher.com
• [New] Geopolitical tensions and extreme weather conditions are impacting natural gas prices, with traders monitoring Iran's response to Washington's actions and the potential for supply disruptions. morpher.com
• [New] OMU's move into MISO will allow it to tap into a larger, more diverse portfolio of energy sources, including natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind, hydro, and coal. The Owensboro Times
• [New] From rare Earth metals to Helium-3, Mars could hold resources that revolutionize energy and industry back on Earth. Yahoo News
• [New] For years European industry has been widely touting hydrogen as a clean replacement for natural gas used by industry, even though hydrogen will just maintain Europe's fossil fuel economy. Corporate Europe Observatory
• [New] Government sources have stated that India is actively seeking alternative sources of rare earth elements to mitigate global supply chain risks, especially given export restrictions imposed by China. MACHINIST.IN
• [New] Ecosystem Threats in Tunisia's Tunisia, a North African country with a Mediterranean coastline and vast desert hinterlands, is facing a variety of environmental challenges that threaten the health of its ecosystems and the sustainability of its agricultural sectors. Abhijeet Shirke
• [New] Namibia holds untapped potential in cobalt, lithium and rare earth elements, minerals key to India's transition to clean energy. Times of India
• [New] The Space Force's first planned satellite launch to begin a new missile warning constellation in medium-Earth orbit has slipped from late 2026 to spring 2027 as a key component remains unproven. Air & Space Forces Magazine
• [New] The power battery recycling industry in China is undergoing rapid expansion, driven by environmental mandates, strategic supply chain initiatives, and economic opportunities. Polyestertime
• [New] If Illinois excludes natural gas from its energy future, it's not just environmental targets that are at risk; it's union jobs, industrial growth and the ability of families to pay their monthly bills. Natural Allies
• Earth observation can help to support policies and practices that could reduce over 2 billion tons of CO2 emissions per year, making it an invaluable resource in the global sustainability field. IndustryARC
• The strategic shift toward ocean floor minerals aligns with the broader objective of securing supply chains for the technologies that will define America's industrial and military capabilities in the coming decades. Discovery Alert
• Many UK companies are already assessing and addressing their nature and climate-related risks and opportunities in an integrated way and are considering what the transition to being 'nature positive' could look like. GOV.UK
• Greenpeace is demanding that governments, including Australia, ratify the Global Ocean Treaty and commit to the goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030. Greenpeace Australia Pacific
• Attero plans a Rs100 crore investment to significantly scale its rare earth recycling capacity from 300 to 30,000 tonnes within 12-24 months, driven by rising demand and China's export restrictions. The Economic Times

Last updated: 05 July 2025