Global Scans · CleanTech · Weekly Summary

• [New] China alone exports more clean energy technology than the US exports oil, and its influence is expected to grow, given the enduring utility of clean energy. Financier Worldwide
• [New] Strategic focus on environmental sustainability, closed-loop supply chains, and tech-driven discovery will be the hallmarks of successful vanadium pentoxide, vanadium oxide, and US vanadium operations in the years ahead. Farmonaut
• [New] As China consolidates its position by restricting silver and other materials like antimony and tungsten, the global technological ecosystem could face disruptive changes. OpenTools
• [New] The imminent export restrictions by China are being viewed through a geopolitical lens, suggesting implications that could strain international trade relations, particularly with countries heavily reliant on imported silver for clean energy and technology manufacturing. OpenTools
• [New] By 2026, greater pressure is expected for efficient SAF, green diesel and biomethane routes, as well as technological and regulatory advances in carbon capture, industrial energy efficiency and digitalization of energy management. WayCarbon
• [New] Backed by government incentives and corporate decarbonization efforts, FuelCell Energy's advancing technologies position it to capture long-term opportunities in the clean-energy and hydrogen markets. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Combining Internet of Things emerging technology with existing self-healing materials is a leading 2026 breakthrough in materials science that could shift industries to predictive maintenance for all types of infrastructure based on real-time data analysis. CAS
• [New] Public-private partnerships are emerging to de-risk investment and build supply chain maturity and big tech is also investing with Amazon, Google, and Microsoft exploring SMRs to power their AI data centers with clean, reliable energy. IFs
• [New] Hiring in 2026 will increasingly favour professionals who can blend technical mastery with digital, data, and sustainability awareness. Kensington Additive
• [New] By 2026 and beyond, salmon farming USA and global stakeholders will continue to push the boundaries of sustainability, technology integration, and environmental responsibility. Farmonaut
• CBAM has the potential to accelerate EM industrial climate transition, aligning sectors like steel with global efficiency standards and encouraging adoption of cleaner technologies. Osmosis Investment Management
• Competitors such as China are investing at scale to dominate the energy systems, critical minerals, and clean-tech supply chains that will shape geopolitical power in the coming decades. CDA Institute
• AI could transform the process of discovering new materials-innovation that could be especially useful in the world of climate tech, which needs new batteries, semiconductors, magnets, and more. MIT Technology Review
• 57% of respondents plan to increase investment in energy-efficiency measures over 2026; 55% for smart building technologies; and 54% for building electrification. Energy in Demand - Sustainable Energy - Rod Janssen
• As Australia confronts critical issues like climate adaptation, soil health degradation, droughts, and shifting biosecurity threats, agriculture scholarships are increasingly designed with an emphasis on sustainability and technological innovation. Farmonaut
• Pistachios offer immediate efficiency gains, while almonds and walnuts will see dramatic water savings through technology adoption by 2026. Farmonaut
• Onsemi will combine GlobalFoundries' 650 V GaN technology platform with its silicon drivers, controllers, and thermally enhanced packaging to deliver devices with higher power density and efficiency. Automotive World
• Current initiatives include electronically linking hotel data with local tourism authorities, with plans to launch projects that diversify tourism products, accelerate innovation through advanced technologies, and embed sustainability across all tourism services by 2026. TravelsDubai: Latest UAE News, Saudia News, Canada news
• MIT researchers found a way to predict how efficiently materials can transport protons in clean energy devices and other advanced technologies. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• From digital platforms revolutionizing logistics to green technologies tackling sustainability, maritime startups are reshaping the global landscape and opening new opportunities for growth. Maritime Fairtrade

Last updated: 04 January 2026