Global Scans · CleanTech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Over 90% of active anode material is sourced from China, underscoring a major U.S. supply chain vulnerability for lithium-ion batteries and other technologies. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Massachusetts can and must revise its distributed energy programs to take advantage of the enormous technical potential of behind-the-meter solar and storage in combination with electrification and efficiency. Union of Concerned Scientists
• [New] By repurposing a site that has powered the UK for generations, UK Fusion Energy will help anchor a thriving clean-energy cluster, attracting high-tech industries and delivering meaningful economic and social impact for local communities. GOV.UK
• [New] Building a strong European industrial ecosystem, capable of ensuring long-term energy safety, sustainability and competitiveness while generating tangible scientific, technological, and economical benefits, is an opportunity Europe cannot afford to miss. Media ENEA
• [New] With demand for low-loss materials expected to grow 9-fold over the next decade according to IDTechEx forecasts, material development is well underway to meet the requirements of next generation of telecommunication technologies. Idtechex
• [New] NEO shows that solar becomes the world's largest generator overall by 2032, while storage jumps 17-fold to 3.8 terawatts by 2050, underscoring how clean technologies are increasingly critical to energy security, system flexibility and meeting the world's growing power needs. BloombergNEF
• [New] The large majority of all systems exceeding the PFOA and/or PFOS MCLs will install advanced treatment technologies in order to come into compliance. Federal Register
• [New] Asia accounts for over 60% of the world's irrigated land, yet suffers from low water use efficiency, creating a vast opportunity for smart technology adoption. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The EU CSRD, effective for large enterprises in 2026 and SMEs in 2027, requires material flow, recycling rate, and circular economy performance disclosures - creating technology demand for 50,000+ European companies. evolvancemarketresearch.com
• [New] The year 2026 will witness a significant increase in the use of tech-enabled healthcare platforms that help patients with their complex international medical treatment processes. eHealth Magazine
• Chemical recycling feedstock is expected to represent 39.0% share in 2026, supported by rising investment in advanced recycling technologies and growing demand for verified circular material streams. Morningstar, Inc.
• The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation and Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office have announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity of $69 million for technologies or processes that advance the domestic production and refining of critical materials. Energy.gov
• Technology improves (faster screening, higher bars) Focus consolidates (climate and sustainability favored, non-aligned sectors disadvantaged) Geography expands (more opportunities outside US, more global competition). Spectup
• 40% of the energy sector's decarbonization targets for 2030 depend on digital technologies, making AI a critical pathway - not an optional efficiency play. The Thinking Company
• Effective water governance will be as important as technological investment in determining the long-term sustainability of U.S. irrigated agriculture. Nebraska Today
• The convergence of sustainability goals and tech innovation will make 2026 a landmark year for electric scooters. GYROOR
• Samsung's 2 nm GAA process technology and Taylor fab are central to its strategy for recovering foundry share, though meaningful gains are expected to take until 2027-2028 to materialize. Tech Insider
• Beyond Zero Emissions modelling found that capturing just 30 to 40% of key supply chains of critical clean energy technologies through domestic manufacturing could generate more than $215 billion in revenue and create 53,000 jobs by 2035. https://www.facebook.com/TheNewDaily/
• With the EU planning new sustainability initiatives for 2026, many embassies will highlight green technologies, renewable energy and climate-friendly tourism. Hotel Washington
• Coordinated policy among Canada and the Nordic states could strengthen supply chains for critical minerals, renewable energy technologies, and advanced materials necessary for the global energy transition. ArcticToday
• GlobalData observes that for the technology sector, the bigger black swan is specialty materials, especially helium, pointing to a hidden vulnerability in semiconductor and AI supply chains. Indian Transport & Logistics
• The mining industry in 2026 is poised for significant disruption through technological advancements, innovative methodologies, and a strong focus on sustainability. BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS

Last updated: 31 May 2026