Global Scans · CleanTech · Weekly Summary

• [New] WM continues investing to modernize recycling facilities with advanced technology nationwide, supporting its goal of recovering 25 million tons of material annually by 2030. Waste Advantage Magazine
• [New] The Net-Zero Industry Act aims to ramp up domestic manufacturing of clean tech, targeting 40% of EU deployment needs by 2030. Energy News Beat
• [New] ASEAN's rise as a manufacturing hub for clean technology - including electric vehicles (EVs), solar components, and renewable-energy systems - represents a major opportunity for countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Jesselton Times
• [New] Rotating detonation engine technology is interesting because it has the potential to significantly increase fuel efficiency in various applications, from Navy carriers to rocket engines. Ars Technica
• [New] Development banks like Banobras and NAFIN are expected to play a central role in financing clean technologies and water-efficiency solutions. Mexico Business
• [New] Beijing officials hinted at tightening export restrictions on rare earth materials, a critical component in electric vehicles and defence technologies - signaling that they will not back down easily. / China Economic Times
• [New] In Blyth a new AI Growth Zone is attracting billions in private investment following the UK-US Tech Prosperity Partnership, expected to create thousands of skilled jobs in data and energy and cementing the North-East as a clean-energy and digital powerhouse. GOV.UK
• [New] In the run-up to Germany's Autogipfel automotive summit, over 200 executives from the electromobility and clean tech sectors are calling for a firm commitment to the 2035 zero-emission target and stronger industrial policy to support Europe's clean mobility transition. Mobility Portal
• [New] As the world hurtles toward net-zero emissions by 2050, the 737 MAX, already incorporating advanced winglets and composite materials for greener flights, must evolve further, perhaps integrating hybrid-electric tech in future iterations to fend off next-gen challengers. Blogger
• [New] As the Broadwing Energy project and other initiatives come online, they will not only reduce Google's carbon footprint but also demonstrate the economic viability of clean tech infrastructure. Ainvest
• [New] At AI World Journal, we view quantum computing as the strategic frontier of the AI economy - the technology that will redefine speed, sustainability, and scalability in the age of intelligent systems. AI World Journal
• [New] To fully reap the benefits of the clean transition, the EU must be the industrial powerhouse supplying and providing clean tech and adaptation solutions to countries around the world, and create new business opportunities for its own clean tech industry. European Commission Representation in Cyprus
• [New] Nuclear energy stocks have growth potential in 2025 due to increasing clean energy demand and new technology. XS
• [New] In a groundbreaking development, Google DeepMind has harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to unlock the potential of over 2 million new materials, marking a significant stride towards revolutionizing real-world technologies. International Defense Security & Technology
• [New] Investment in technological innovation, both in China for indigenous development and in the US for alternative raw material sourcing (e.g., rare earths), will be vital. The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] With a focus on sustainability, personalised experiences, and cutting-edge technology, travel in 2026 will be more connected, eco-conscious, and tailored than ever before. Travel And Tour World
• [New] By 2025, global horticulture technology investments are projected to surpass $30 billion, driving rapid innovation and efficiency. Farmonaut
• [New] Up to 78 million tons of solar panels are expected to retire around the world by 2050, the largest waste stream of any clean-energy technology in history. Inside Climate News
• [New] Artificial intelligence is no longer experimental technology as more than 70% of S&P 500 companies now identify AI as a material risk in their public disclosures. Mondaq
• [New] Reducing emissions by 7-10% by 2035 from peak levels falls short of what the world needs, yet it anchors the world's largest emitter on a path where clean-tech defines economic leadership. Live Science
• 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
• 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

Last updated: 02 November 2025