Global Scans · CleanTech · Weekly Summary

• [New] With continued advancements and developments in white hydrogen technology, white hydrogen has a big potential to become a part of the world's transfer to clean energy. Petro Online
• [New] TotalEnergies announced a US$ 100 million contribution toward decarbonization technologies, including methane detection, carbon capture, and energy-efficiency solutions, signaling a shift in how the oil and gas sector envisions its future. Vidya
• [New] Under President Joe Biden's 2050 net-zero goal, the US passed laws to invest in green infrastructure like electric vehicle charging and battery storage and offer tax rebates for clean technology like hydrogen production and carbon sequestration. New Scientist
• [New] As global energy, industrial, and technology sectors accelerate the shift towards sustainability, electrification and smart infrastructure, the importance of platinum production, lithium production, and quartz production will only intensify. Farmonaut
• [New] The material extrusion technology sector is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate from 2024 to 2034. Precedence Research
• [New] By Technology Type, the material extrusion technology segment is predicted to grow at the remarkable CAGR from 2026 and 2035. Precedence Research
• [New] A key early 2026 message to government is that innovative UK supply chains - such as clean - green-tech - need generous financial support which they will then pay back to the UK economy in spades in a fragile economic climate. RedCAT Group
• [New] By mid-decade, quantum tech could contribute billions to economic value, particularly in simulating molecular interactions for new materials. WebProNews
• [New] Looking ahead, AI-driven capital spending is expected to remain a key performance driver in early 2026, particularly in the technology space, while boosting operational efficiency across sectors and improving margins accordingly. InvestmentHub
• [New] Under a voluntary memorandum of understanding, DeepMind will open its first automated research lab in the UK in 2026, focusing on AI and robotics-driven superconductor materials research using Gemini technology. Fladgates Services Limited
• [New] As technology matures and policy frameworks strengthen, clean energy will become the dominant foundation of the global economy. TradingView
• [New] By 2026, electric vehicles are expected to dominate new launches as manufacturers invest heavily in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and efficiency. Miss Auto
• [New] The global transition to clean energy technologies has created unprecedented demand for critical minerals, with projected consumption increases of 300-500% for key materials by 2030. Discovery Alert
• [New] The transformation toward sustainable packaging in 2026 represents an unprecedented opportunity for businesses to align environmental responsibility with competitive advantage through innovative materials, technologies, and business models. myboxexpert
• [New] Rationalising India's nuclear liability framework, accelerating approvals for advanced reactor technologies, and enabling public-private participation in nuclear capacity expansion could materially strengthen energy security, grid stability, and decarbonization simultaneously. Grant Thornton Bharat
• [New] AI-driven automation will be a key technology in 2026 as property managers aim to reduce their workloads and increase their efficiency. Commercial Observer
• [New] As 2026 approaches, new technologies, sustainability goals, wellness integration, and digital experiences will continue to redefine expectations for professionals and clients. academyofeandc
• [New] With the world's biggest high-speed rail network already established, China now plans a more balanced, integrated and intelligent transport system over the next five years, prioritising efficiency and smart technology over sheer scale. South China Morning Post
• [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

Last updated: 11 January 2026