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ICON Introduces Multi-Story Phoenix 3D Printer and Innovation Construction Software
ICON announced a series of new products, including a multi-story construction 3D printer.
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.
Revolutionary Enzyme-Based PLA Recycling Method Discovered, Transforming 3D Print Waste Management
A surprise breakthrough could enable easy recycling of PLA, the most common 3D printable material.
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.
FormFutura’s ReFill 2.0: Sustainable 3D Printing with Eco-Friendly Spooling System
FormFutura unveiled their new ReFill 2.0 spooling system.
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.
3D Printing Wins Out in Sustainable Shoes
Study shows additive manufacturing yields lower CO2 emissions and reduced waste.
ETH Zurich Researchers Innovate with 3D Printed Ceramic Solar Reactor Core
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a 3D printed ceramic solar reactor core.
Shaping Sustainable Structures: Exploring 3D Printing in Construction
The construction industry has long heralded 3D printing as its next big innovation.
Making 3D Print Recycling Easier: A Proposal for Slicing Software Developers
I’m increasingly disturbed by the pile of waste 3D prints I am generating, and I have an idea that might help recycle them.
Combining Living Cells and Polymer 3D Printing for Water Purification
An interesting project at UCSD pairs living cells with polymer 3D printing.
Essentium’s Research Reveals 3D Printer Manufacturers’ Missed Opportunity
New research from Essentium points out a key marketing strategy that most 3D printer manufacturers are not using.
The Future of HVAC: How 3D Printing is Transforming the Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at several recent 3D printed innovations in the HVAC industry.
Innovative PET Recycling: Researchers Develop Electricity-Based Method
Researchers have developed a new approach for recycling PET thermoplastic using electricity.
Bio-based 3D Printer Resins: A Sustainable Alternative to Oil-Based Resins?
Could bio-based 3D printer resins become dominant over oil-based resins?
3D Printing’s Impact on Alternative Energy Equipment
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how recent investment is stimulating increased use of 3D printing in one industry sector.
Stepping into Sustainability: An Interview with Madeium’s CEO, Jesse Rademacher
Charles R. Goulding interviews the CEO of Madeium, a sustainable startup leveraging 3D printing.
How Seurat Technologies is Changing Manufacturing with Area Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Christopher Lee spoke with Seurat Technologie’s CEO, James DeMuth about Area Printing.
Raise3D Goes Green
Raise3D announced a comprehensive “Green” project to reduce the company’s ecological footprint.
Used Caterpillar Engines and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at developments from Caterpillar.
Prusa Announces Sustainable Strategy and Practices
Prusa Research announced a comprehensive program of sustainability for the company.
Some Updates from Polymaker on the 3D Print Materials Scene
I had a chat with Luke Taylor of Polymaker about the latest developments from the company.
Dyemansion Can Now Process Polypropylene
I had a chat with DyeMansion and learned they can now post process polypropylene parts.
New AI-Generated Enzyme Could Get Rid of 3D Print Waste
Researchers have used a unique process to develop an enzyme that dissolves thermoplastic.
Green 3D Printing On The Rise
There is increasing interest in green 3D printing.
STEELTEK’s Green 3D Printer Spools
A Polish startup has developed an eco-friendly spool for 3D print material.
H3X Uses 3D Printing To Build Extraordinary Electric Motor
A startup company has leveraged copper 3D printing technology to produce a much more powerful electric engine.
Polymaker Shifts To Recyclable Cardboard Spools
Polymaker’s latest innovation isn’t in thermoplastic chemistry, but is instead in packaging.
Roboze To Launch Recycling Program
In January Roboze will launch a new program to establish a “circular economy” for their materials.
New AM Materials Round Up
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
3D Printed Air Diffusion System Aims to Reduce Emissions and Enhance Distribution
BVN Architecture and University of Technology Sydney researchers have designed a 3D-printed air diffusion system to replace standard steel systems.
Design of the Week: Used Battery Container
This week’s selection is the Used Battery Container by Thingiverse contributor Elite Worm.
Would You Eat 3D Printed Food Waste?
A company is 3D printing apparently edible food treats made from waste.
Polymaker’s Deep Thrust Into Carbon Negative 3D Printing
Polymaker announced a very intriguing new 3D print material called “PolyTerra”.
Finally: Method Discovered To Easily Decompose 3D Print Material
Researchers have identified a method of easily — and ecologically — disposing of PET thermoplastics.
The Quagmire That Is 3D Printer Filament Eco Terminology
Another eco-friendly 3D printer filament? Hold on, there is a lot more to the story.
It Is Definitely Time for #ResponsibleManufacturing
Responsible Manufacturing is a term you may not have heard before, but you should be hearing a lot more about it in the future.
Another 3D Print Company Going Green
The trend continues: 3D printing companies, one by one, are transforming their activities to place less burden on the environment.
Clariant’s Zero Emission Production: The Beginning of a Trend?
Clariant’s production plant is now running on entirely green energy, making it possible for them to boast of green products. Is this a PR move, or a real trend?
BigRep’s New 3D Printing “Eco Focus”
BigRep has discovered something important for the future of 3D printing, and it could cause many more companies to take a big shift towards eco-friendly products.
Plant-Based 3D Printing Material Developed by ORNL
The power of 3D printing lies in the materials
What Are the Environmental Impacts of 3D Printing?
Is 3D printing positive or negative to the environment?
Leapfrog Has an Important Point
Leapfrog 3D Printers has introduced a minor, but important feature: auto power down.
Is 3D Printing Truly Green?
There’s been much ado made of the notion of “green” 3D printing, but is this really true?
Considering The True Biodegradability of PLA
Hackaday’s recent story about PLA biodegradability got me thinking more about PLA’s characteristics.
Biomimetics 3D Printing Challenge Now Open
Crowdsourced innovation service Innonatives has posted a challenge seeking “radical ideas” on how to combine biomimetics and 3D printing for sustainability.