Global Scans · Responsible Consumption and Production · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• [New] Cotton production in India is projected to reach 7.2 million tonnes (~43 million bales of 170 kg each) by 2030, driven by increasing demand from consumers. India Brand Equity Foundation
• [New] US data centers alone are expected to triple electricity consumption by 2030, from around 220 to 600 TWh. investing.com
• [New] Power demand from datacenters will more than double by 2030 to about 945 terawatt-hours, more than the energy consumption of Japan. The Guardian
• [New] Rising demand for sustainable livestock production and compliance with the UK Forest Risk Commodities framework are encouraging greater adoption of certified feed ingredients. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Growing investments in EUDR-compliant sourcing, certified soybean meal procurement, and sustainable feed ingredient programs are expected to influence purchasing decisions and strengthen Germany's position as a key European oilmeal consumption hub. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The federal PV tender local component procurement ratio stands at 50% in 2026, rising incrementally to 60% by 2030, driving global PV manufacturers to build domestic U.S. production bases - the core driver of overseas factory investment in the U.S. from 2026 to 2030. Solar Panel Production Equipment and Machinery-Lithium
• [New] The U.S. Corporate Climate Responsibility Act mandates companies with annual revenue $1 billion to reach 40% renewable electricity consumption by 2030; non-compliant enterprises lose all federal tax incentives. Solar Panel Production Equipment and Machinery-Lithium
• [New] The European Chips Act is further accelerating semiconductor investments aimed at expanding Europe's share in global semiconductor production by 2030, which is expected to strengthen local DSP manufacturing and reduce supply chain dependence on Asian suppliers. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Another focus is putting AI at the center of scientific research and instituting more aggressive national goals, such as recent pledges to deploy a powerful quantum computer by 2028 and have 10 new large nuclear reactors under construction by 2030 to boost electricity production. Mimir's Well
• [New] Global hydrogen demand is projected to quadruple from 125 million tons in 2030 to over 500 million tons by 2050, driven primarily by steel production, chemical manufacturing, and heavy-duty transportation requiring high-energy-density fuels. Persistence Market Research
• [New] India's National Hydrogen Mission targets production of 5 million tons by 2030, with grey hydrogen expected to dominate initial supply due to cost advantages, as outlined by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The projected growth in salmon production is expected to maintain current per capita consumption levels of around 2 kg per person. / Australia Claight Corporation (Expert Market Research Au)
• [New] Aquaculture is set to increase its contribution to seafood production, rising from 60% of production value in 2023-24 to 64% by 2028-29, with the overall real value of aquaculture reaching USD 2.21 billion by 2028-29. Claight Corporation (Expert Market Research Au)
• [New] The United States produces approximately 10 million metric tons of hydrogen annually, creating significant opportunities for blue hydrogen production and catalyst deployment. Straits Research
• [New] Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region at a 6% CAGR through 2032, driven by rapid urbanization, rising consumption, and strong office, logistics, and data center demand across expanding economies. Persistence Market Research
• [New] US cotton production is now projected at 13.70 million bales, up from 13.30 million bales in June. Fibre2Fashion
• [New] The US cotton balance sheet for 2026-27 shows higher production following an upward revision in planted area based on the June Acreage Report. Fibre2Fashion
• [New] The USDA attributed the production increase to larger crops expected in Brazil, the United States, Turkey, and Central Asia. Fibre2Fashion
• [New] The UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 emphasizes improving efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing infrastructure resilience across water production and distribution systems. MarkNtel Advisors
• [New] Battery manufacturing capacity is set to more than triple by 2030, while EV production capacity could rise more than tenfold, driven by strong industrial policy and increasing foreign investment, including from China. IEA
• [New] Electricity makes up almost a quarter of total final consumption today and rises rapidly to 2050 across all scenarios: over the next decade alone, demand increases by an amount equivalent to Japan's total electricity generation today. IEA
• [New] The Construction category is expected to exhibit a CAGR of approximately 3.7% over the forecast period, supported by the housing development sector, which accounts for 40% of global concrete consumption. Claight Corporation (Expert Market Research)

Last updated: 27 July 2026