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• [New] FE announced $275 million under the Mines & Metals Capacity Expansion notice of funding opportunity to address the potential for America's industries to recover valuable critical materials by piloting promising future separation and recovery technologies directly at industrial sites. Energy.gov
• [New] Due to timescales at which clean energy technologies will reach end of life, recycled sources of critical minerals will ramp up from 2030 and become a significant source of critical minerals by 2040. GOV.UK
• [New] Towards the mid- to late 2030s, offshore wind cost reductions will once again gain momentum, as supply and demand ease and technology standardization improves efficiency. WoodMac.Site.Features.Shared.ViewModels.Metadata.Publis
• [New] By 2045, gene therapies will become standard treatment for hundreds of genetic conditions, with CRISPR-based technologies offering precise corrections to faulty DNA. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] As technology costs continue to fall and long-term efficiency benefits become clearer, adoption rates are expected to accelerate globally. openpr
• [New] By 2025, at least 5 major polymer suppliers will implement blockchain technology to ensure raw material traceability. AstuteAnalytica India Pvt. Ltd.
• [New] As the logistics and supply chain industry continues to evolve under the pressure of labour shortages, rising customer expectations, and global disruptions, one technology stands out as a consistent driver of efficiency and resilience: robotics and automation. NuMove Robotics & Vision
• [New] Technologies like quantum computing, 5G connectivity, and digital twins will further enhance efficiency and simulation capabilities across global supply chains. TradingView
• [New] Scientists from the ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology at Queensland University of Technology have developed a novel and potentially groundbreaking saliva test that targets one particular protein biomarker, S100A 7 - which could make early diagnosis and treatment a reality. New Atlas
• [New] Achieving a balance between technological advancement, cost efficiency, and environmental responsibility will be key to navigating the path toward a sustainable future in 2025 and beyond. eszoneo.com
• [New] Greater reliance on electrification will mean increased dependence on imported technologies and materials - many of which are concentrated in China - creating risks of technological dependency and supply-chain disruption during geopolitical crises. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] The IEA sees rapid advances in clean technologies, projecting that renewables, particularly solar and wind, will nearly triple their electricity generation capacity by 2035. Fortune
• [New] Asia Pacific is expected to experience the fastest growth in the upcoming period, driven by booming e-commerce, rapid industrialization, and strong government investments in technology and sustainability. Precedence Research
• [New] On one side, the European Union's green trade agenda emphasizes emissions reductions, with policies like the Net-Zero Industry Act aiming for 40% domestic clean tech production by 2030. Energy News Beat
• [New] South Korean industrial group will establish a joint venture with a Belgian materials technology company to produce next-generation battery components. Automotive World
• [New] The Nexperia supply disruption serves as a warning shot for global supply chains, and dependence on China for certain raw materials and technology is likely to increase risk for global automakers. National Law Review
• [New] While governments worldwide prioritise renewable energy development, China rare earth export rules could potentially slow clean energy technology deployment. Discovery Alert
• [New] As microgrids reshape global energy infrastructure, savvy investors are recognising the substantial opportunities within ASX-listed companies developing critical minerals and clean energy technologies. Discovery Alert
• [New] 2026 trends focus on natural materials, cozy layouts, and tech that makes life easier-like smart lighting, built-in storage, and spa-like bathrooms. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] Government investment to advance technology, automation, and modernise processes under Transport Canada is expected to improve travel experience, enhance efficiency, and support growing passenger volumes. International Airport Review
• [New] By 2026, technology and sustainability will drive InvIT operations. Economic Times
• By 2025, organizations will increasingly prioritize green technology solutions that minimize their environmental impact while driving efficiency. SMS-iT Blog
• Export Development Canada is tasked with increasing its total business facilitated by $25 billion by 2030, focusing on strategic sectors such as critical minerals, energy, clean technology, infrastructure, and defence. Mondaq

Last updated: 30 November 2025