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WHAT'S NEXT?: The world is depleting its natural resources at an alarming rate due to population growth and over consumption. Increased competition for ever-diminishing food and water resources may amplify socio-economically motivated armed conflicts and causing quests for more efficient resources on and beyond Planet Earth.

• [New] The meteoric rise in demand for mineral resources lithium presents both opportunities and challenges for Albemarle, governments, and global industries. Farmonaut
• [New] By securing access to Arctic resources and shipping routes, the U.S. is positioning itself to dominate a region that will shape global energy markets in the 21st century. Ainvest
• [New] Hydrogen potential - MENA's renewable resources also create opportunities for green hydrogen production, which could become an export commodity in the global energy transition. En tibi
• [New] With an abundance of solar and wind resources, as well as a unique geographical position between Europe and Asia, the Middle East has the potential to become a global leader in hydrogen exports. Middle East Briefing
• [New] Oman: Oman has announced plans to reach net zero by 2050, focusing on green hydrogen development in Duqm and Salalah, leveraging its abundant solar resources and export infrastructure. Middle East Briefing
• [New] Government bodies such as the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, Dubai Municipality, and ADNOC are spearheading initiatives that enhance workplace safety, reduce environmental risks, and promote eco-friendly practices. HealthManagement.org
• [New] The Algerian Agency for International Cooperation will oversee the fund, directing resources to projects that foster technological innovation, generate employment, and promote African economic integration. Maghrebi.org
• [New] Abundant natural gas resources could enable competitive low-carbon exports, however, energy diversification and budding demand in Europe appear to be driving current renewable hydrogen investment. Hydrogen Council Global Hydrogen Compass 2025
• [New] 97% of Canada's committed capacity is low-carbon, but significant wind resources could be harnessed for renewable production for export. Hydrogen Council Global Hydrogen Compass 2025
• [New] By shelving the revamp, Apple reallocates resources to glasses that could integrate with iOS ecosystems more seamlessly. Future
• [New] Kariyarra traditional owners recently appealed the environmental approval of Northern Star Resources' billion-dollar Hemi gold mine, citing fears its wastewater could jeopardise sacred waterways. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• The clean energy transition is dramatically increasing competition for limited resources, with demand for lithium projected to increase by 4000% by 2040 according to International Energy Agency forecasts. Discovery Alert
• Canada Lithium Corp, rooted in Quebec, is renowned for the high-purity potential at the Whabouchi deposit - one of the world's richest lithium spodumene resources. Farmonaut
• Australia, Africa and Latin America bring critical mineral resources and opportunities for collaborative digital commons infrastructure beyond extractive models. NOEMA
• By diverting resources and attention to foreign theaters, Islamabad risks weakening its internal security, leaving it vulnerable to both insurgency and economic instability. EurAsian Times
• With finite resources, Singapore will need to come to a societal consensus about who should get more help. CNA
• New regulations in 2025 will increasingly require transparency-systems must be capable of tracing resources and providing auditable ESG data across the full supply chain. Farmonaut
• China could be able to relocate its air and naval resources out of the South China Sea and into the Atlantic from where they might obstruct US trade if it collaborates with Brazil. The Swamp
• Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds, with their higher risk appetite, are particularly keen on South Africa's natural resources and agricultural potential. Passle
• The surge in cases could cost the UK economy up to £18bn, diverting resources away from innovation and undermining growth. City AM
• Yet the world's water resources are under growing pressure and - at the same time - more extreme water-related hazards are having an increasing impact on lives and livelihoods. CNN
• By 2025, the world could face catastrophic environmental conditions due to unsustainable practices and the exploitation of natural resources. Open Christian University

Last updated: 15 October 2025