Global Scans · CleanTech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Mineral demand for clean energy technologies will rise at least four-fold by 2040 to meet climate goals, with particularly high growth for minerals needed for electric vehicles. CEPR
• [New] Europe has a real opportunity: cancellations of clean tech projects in the United States are opening markets that Europe can fill. Bruegel | The Brussels-based economic think tank
• [New] Most companies are implementing or plan to implement technology solutions to internally monitor sustainability data, while 53% will adopt technology to monitor supply chain environmental performance. Corporate Disclosures
• [New] The tourism sector as a whole and Saudi Arabia will lead the world and define the future of travel, technology and sustainability. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The combination of clean energy and cutting-edge technology will allow the Havila Polaris to travel along one of the world's most beautiful coastlines, all while leaving a minimal environmental impact. Travel And Tour World
• [New] China's strategic push into technology, clean energy, and innovation suggests it will remain a global economic force. Advisorpedia
• [New] Technological shifts address bottlenecks: digital twins enable virtual prototyping and predictive maintenance, robotics boost 24/7 welding for efficiency, additive manufacturing produces on-demand parts, and AI optimizes workflows-mitigating a projected need for 140,000 workers by 2034. Forbes
• [New] The next months will challenge the level of efficiency of Beijing to use its regional power, technological foundation, and domestic power to support its global objectives. New York Center For Foreign Policy Affairs
• [New] The US tech giant Meta recently trained an AI on 15,000 known MOF structures to try to develop new materials that could capture carbon even more efficiently. Chemistry World
• [New] As technology advances, cities that embraced AI Smart Cities 2025 early will benefit from cumulative gains in sustainability, equity, and quality of life. learnaitools.in
• [New] Continuous innovations and investments will further enhance efficiency, accessibility, and global adoption of peptide synthesis technologies. Market.us Media
• [New] Space-based solar power offers the potential for uninterrupted, 24/7 clean electricity generation by harvesting solar energy in orbit and transmitting it to Earth via microwave or laser technology. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Cambodia could benefit by carving out a share of the rapidly growing clean energy manufacturing sector, including producing EVs, solar and wind technologies, battery energy storage systems, and other clean energy equipment. Cambodianess
• [New] Technological advancements will continue to improve the performance and affordability of biodegradable materials, while demographic trends - including rising middle-class populations in Asia Pacific-will expand the consumer base. openpr
• [New] Technology plays a vital role in helping mining companies meet the rapidly growing global demand for critical minerals by enhancing operational efficiency, transparency, and compliance while reducing environmental and social risks. Mining.com
• [New] The fresh funding will be used to integrate more AI features, add new product modules, and expand OpusFlow's reach across Europe's clean tech markets. Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
• [New] The United States will need to invest in universities and researchers who can make invaluable technical breakthroughs in AI safety, efficiency, and effectiveness, but lack the capacities of big firms. Foreign Affairs Magazine
• [New] Beyond nuclear, harmonising components and digital infrastructure supply chains will allow UK renewables and tech firms enhanced access to cutting-edge technology, better integration, and reduced costs, reinforcing the UK's position in the global clean tech marketplace. Bird & Bird
• Recent strategic partnerships with Waymo and Baidu enhance Lyft's position in autonomous vehicle technology, potentially improving operational efficiency and reducing costs through fleet management innovations like Flexdrive and Apollo Go integration in Europe and Nashville by 2026. Yahoo Finance
• Heidelberg Materials' Padeswood plant in North Wales will be the first UK cement plant to be fitted with carbon-capture technology and should be producing net zero cement by 2029. Concrete Centre
• Managing large-scale AI deployments amid grid constraints, sustainability mandates, and economic pressures could shape global technology infrastructure strategies. Presage Global
• Beyond compliance, Asyad Shipping is actively exploring clean fuels and alternative propulsion technologies as part of Oman's broader journey towards net zero by 2050. Times of Oman

Last updated: 19 October 2025