Researchers have made a bit of a breakthrough with sustainable 3D printer resins.
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BloxLab Introduces Subscription-Based Filament With Built-In Expiry Timer
BloxLab, known for their brightly colored PLA and aggressive branding, has announced a bold new product: ActiveUse Filament.
PHA in 3D Printing Takes a Step Forward with OXMAN’s Sustainable Product Platform, Oᵒ
There’s been a development in the use of PHA material for 3D printing.
Design Studios Create 3D Printing Biiocomposite Made From Lobster Shells
Lobster shells are the latest biomaterial made into 3D printing consumables.
Microplastic Pollution: Study Shows High Concentrations in Human Brain Tissue
A new report highlights the current microplastic pollution: there are significant amounts of microplastics inside all of us.
Beyond Plastic’s Quest to Make PHA the Standard for Eco-Friendly 3D Printing
I had a long discussion with Fred Pinczuk of Beyond Plastic about the potential for PHA material in 3D printing.
PHA Garden Experiment Demonstrates Biodegradability
Is there really a biodegradable 3D print material? It turns it there is at least one: PHA.
Marine Fungus Breaks Down Plastics: A Potential Solution for 3D Printer Waste?
A development in the microplastics situation has arisen, which could eventually be of interest to 3D printer operators.
Breaking Down Plastics with Bacteria: Could This Work For 3D Printing?
Researchers have developed a unique way to decompose specific plastics: with embedded bacteria.
Researchers Strengthen 3D Printed Cellulose Aerogels with Carbon Nanofibers
Researchers have identified a method of 3D printing cellulose aerogels with greater strength.
Study Demonstrates Complete Natural Breakdown of Bio-Based Polymer
A study proves certain bio-based polymers can complete degrade in the natural environment.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Breakthrough with All-Wood Material
Researchers have made a 3D printing material that is entirely made from recycled wood, but there are some significant issues.
Microplastics Detected in Human Placentas: Sustainable 3D Printing Materials Required
The microplastics problem is far worse than anyone suspected.
Innovative Research Offers Hope for Recycling 3D Printing Materials
There’s been another development in the science of recycling polymers that could affect 3D printing.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing: Study Examines Ocean Degradation of 3D Print Materials
An interesting study has investigated whether commonly used plastics, including 3D print materials, can naturally decompose in the ocean.
PHA: colorFabb’s Fully Biodegradable Alternative to PLA and PETG for 3D Printing
Here’s everything you need to know about an up-and-coming 3D print material that’s entirely sustainable: PHA.
The FLOCKS Wobot: A Step Towards Greener Future with 3D Printed Wool Applications
The FLOCKS Wobot is a wool 3D printer.
3dk.berlin Introduces Garden Compostable 3D Printer Filament
3dk.berlin has developed a “garden compostable” 3D printer filament.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing on the Horizon: Could Mineral Plastics Be the Answer?
New research shows a potential path to significantly reduce petrochemical-based plastic use, possibly including in 3D printing.
Mexican Company Develops Biodegradable Plastic Using Avocado Seeds
A new biodegradable plastic has been developed by a Mexican company based on Avocados.
Is It Time For 3D Print Material Biodegradability?
I read about a new sustainable polymer being developed, and had a thought about sustainability in the 3D print world.
Salt is the Key To Biodegradable 3D Prints
Researchers have found a method to enable 3D printing of biodegradable polymer objects.
It May Be Time To Abandon PLA For 3D Printing
I’m now considering whether PLA should be the default 3D printing material for desktop equipment.
What They Don’t Tell You About 3D Printing PLA
In the desktop 3D printing community, polylactic acid (PLA) is easily one of the most popular plastics.
A Very Different Kind of Wood Filament
Deep in the forests of British Columbia is a startup company making 3D print materials from wood.
3D Printer Filament from Garbage?
Toronto-based Genecis has apparently developed a means of transforming organic trash into usable thermoplastics.
The Significance of Completely Biodegradable 3D-Printed Plastic
In a Greenpeace study that occurred in June 2018, researchers found microplastics and persistent chemicals in the majority of water and snow samples taken.