A new paper in Nature describes the startling amount of plastic pollution in the oceans.
sustainable
3D Printing Serves an Ace in Pickleball Innovation
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan dive into the tech transforming America’s fastest-growing sport—where noise reduction and player performance get a high-speed upgrade.
Researchers Develop 3D Printed Thermal Insulation from Sustainable Wheat Straw
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing thermal insulation using wheat straw.
University of Tokyo Develops New Thermoplastic That Dissolves in Seawater
Scientists have developed a new plastic that dissolves in seawater.
Clean Water Meets 3D Printing: Inside Pentair’s Innovation Pipeline
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how Pentair is quietly transforming the water solutions industry by integrating 3D printing into its R&D and production process—cutting lead times, customizing components, and building a smarter, more sustainable future.
SpecOptiBlend Software Solves Color Challenges in DIY Filament Recycling
There’s new software that can help sort 3D print scraps for recycling into properly coloured filament.
New Study Finds Microplastics Strongly Adsorb Toxic Metals, Increasing Health Risks
There’s even more bad news about microplastics. Microplastics are rapidly becoming a major problem. They are the end result of poorly disposed plastic items. Discarded plastic eventually breaks down in the environment due to UV exposure, temperature changes, water exposure, or mechanical action. Ultimately, it becomes plastic “dust” that easily blows around the planet and… Continue reading New Study Finds Microplastics Strongly Adsorb Toxic Metals, Increasing Health Risks
GreenGate3D Leverages Industrial Recycling to Offer 100% Recycled PETG Filament
GreenGate3D offers a wide selection of “green” PETG 3D printer materials.
Living Seawalls: The 3D Printed Armor Saving Our Coastlines
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Kind Designs is pioneering 3D printed Living Seawalls that defend coastlines while reviving marine ecosystems.
Researchers Develop Bio-Sourced 3D Printer Resin With Promising Environmental Benefits
Researchers have made a bit of a breakthrough with sustainable 3D printer resins.
Next Stop, Innovation: Japan Builds a Train Station Overnight with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi uncover how Japan’s first 3D printed train station blends cutting-edge construction with rural revitalization—and why it signals a new track for infrastructure innovation.
New “Cookbook” Offers Biopaste Recipes for Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Alternatives
A researcher at The University of New Mexico School of Engineering has developed a “recipe book” for sustainable 3D print materials.
Fraunhofer IFAM Develops High-Purity Polypropylene Filament from Consumer Plastic Waste
Plastic waste is becoming a massive issue, and solutions to deal with 3D printer waste are emerging.
Researchers Develop Reverse 3D Printer: The “Unprinter”
The 3D printing industry has made incredible strides over the past decade, but one nagging problem persists: what happens to the prints you don’t want?
New 3D300 PLA from NatureWorks Targets High-Speed 3D Printing
NatureWorks announced a new, high speed PLA material grade, 3D300.
3D Printing to the Rescue: A Game-Changer for Disaster Recovery and Rebuilding
Charles R. Goulding and Kellen Coleman propose how 3D printing is revolutionizing disaster recovery by accelerating rebuilding efforts, reducing costs, and enhancing sustainability in the face of increasing natural disasters.
Piocreat Hints at New Pelletizer for 3D Printing Waste Recycling
It seems that Piocreat is about to release a “pelletizer”.
Batch.Works and E3D Partner to Reshape UK AM Industry
Powered by funding from the UK government’s Smart Grant competition under Innovate UK.
Bridging the Gap to 2025: The Role of Innovation and Legislation in U.S. Farming
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into how the Farm Bill extension and 3D printing innovations are empowering the agricultural sector to adapt to shifting landscapes and consumer demands.
Can the PETFusion 2.0 Truly Deliver DIY Filament Production from PET Bottles?
A new Kickstarter project hopes to enable home production of 3D printer filament from recyclable bottles.
LABi3D: A Revolução da Petrobras na Manufatura Aditiva
A Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras), multinacional estatal fundada em 1953, é a maior empresa do Brasil, com uma receita anual de US$102,4 bilhões e mais de 40.400 funcionários. Presente em 14 países, a companhia se destaca por sua atuação em exploração, produção e distribuição de petróleo e gás, abrangendo diversas áreas de negócios. Recentemente, a… Continue reading LABi3D: A Revolução da Petrobras na Manufatura Aditiva
Industry 4.0 in Action: Petrobras Launches Latin America’s Leading 3D Printing Lab
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore Petrobras’ innovative LABi3D and its transformative partnership with 3DCRIAR, setting new benchmarks for 3D printing in the energy industry.
Toxic Kitchen Tools: The Hidden Dangers of Black Plastic Utensils?
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe uncover the health risks of black plastic utensils and explore safer alternatives, including cutting-edge 3D printing technologies.
Researchers Develop Recyclable Resin for Sustainable Printing
A recent paper shows a new style of 3D printer resin that could potentially be recycled.
voxeljet and Partners Develop Method to Reuse SLS Waste Powder for HSS
Interesting news from Voxeljet: they’ve found a way to reuse waste SLS powder.
Airtech Expands Sustainable Resin Portfolio with Color and Transparency Options
Airtech announced a couple of new sustainable resins for 3D printing.
New Stratasys Software Repurposes Waste PA12 Powder for Sustainable 3D Printing
Stratasys announced an intriguing new method of reusing waste SLS powder.
Redefining Affordability: How IKEA’s New Strategy Bucks the Revenue Trend
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack IKEA’s unique approach to affordability, exploring how 3D printing and price cuts fuel its customer-centered mission.
The Next Energy Revolution: How 3D Printing and Nuclear Power Are Shaping AI
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the growing partnership between nuclear energy, 3D printing, and big tech as companies like Microsoft and Oracle fuel their AI operations with re-commissioned reactors and cutting-edge innovations.
From Alaska to Texas: How 3D Printing is Transforming Housing Nationwide
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology is reshaping affordable housing solutions across the U.S., from HUD’s initiatives in Alaska to cutting-edge projects in Texas and beyond.
A Tuition-Free Year at Cooper Union: Alumni Give Back to Fuel the Next Generation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Cooper Union’s tuition-free initiative and its state-of-the-art 3D printing lab mark a bold new chapter in the institution’s storied history.
EVONIK’s Publication of LCA Data for Over 100 Polymers Highlights Growing Demand for Sustainable Materials
EVONIK announced they’ve published life cycle assessment data for over one hundred of their advanced polymers.
New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem
Two new research papers suggest there are possible ways to help solve the microplastic crisis.
MIT Researchers Explore 3D Printed Glass as a Sustainable Alternative to Concrete in Construction
MIT researchers have developed a method to use sustainable glass as a structural building material.
Design Studios Create 3D Printing Biiocomposite Made From Lobster Shells
Lobster shells are the latest biomaterial made into 3D printing consumables.
Filkemp Launches High Performance Sustainable PLN Filament for Makers
Filkemp introduced a new line of sustainable PLA filament products targeted at makers.
3D Printing Public Art from Urban Waste
Italian companies R3direct and WASP 3D print massive equine monument using post-consumer plastic.
Recycling Fabrik Offers 3D Printer Waste Recycling for Sustainable Filament Options
A European filament producer offers the ability to recycle certain polymers.
How Fishy Filaments is Scaling Sustainable 3D Printing with Recycled Fishnets
If you haven’t heard of Fishy Filaments, you will today.
From Sweden to the US: The Modular Housing Revival Powered by 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain the revolutionary fusion of 3D printing and modular housing, exploring how companies like MOD X and RISE are redefining affordable and sustainable living solutions.
Eco-Friendly Living: The Rise of Cob House Architecture
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the resurgence of cob houses, exploring their sustainable design, modern applications, and the role of 3D printing in transforming this ancient building technique.
Reducing 3D Printer Waste: 10 Tips to Minimizing Filament “Poop”
After our story about increasing concerns about 3D printer waste, the question becomes, “what should I do about it?”
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.
New 3D Printing Material Sourced from Biodiesel Fuel Waste
A new form of 3D print material has been sourced from biodiesel fuel.
Fully Recyclable Resin Developed by University of Birmingham Researchers
Researchers have developed a new type of resin for 3D printing that can be fully recycled.
NREL Demonstrates Viability of Metal AM for Tidal Turbine Spars
How additive manufacturing can play a role in the ramping up of marine energy systems.
Virginia Tech Researchers Aim to Revolutionize Wind Turbine Sustainability Through 3D Printing
Researchers at Virginia Tech have taken on a big challenge: making wind turbines sustainable.
Stratasys’ Second ESG Report Highlights Sustainability Progress
Stratasys issued their second ESG and Sustainability report.
Feeding the Final Frontier: How 3D Printing is Redefining Space Food
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore 3D printing for space food production.
Researchers Strengthen 3D Printed Cellulose Aerogels with Carbon Nanofibers
Researchers have identified a method of 3D printing cellulose aerogels with greater strength.
Filamentive Launches UK’s First 3D Print Waste Recycling Scheme
Aiming to address the issue of plastic waste in the industry, starting with PLA.
Verdant3D Sows Seeds of Innovation with Home-Grown Filaments
Garden enthusiasts and 3D printing aficionados, it’s time to get your green thumbs and filament spools ready for a new sustainable twist in 3D printing — home-grown 3D printer filaments!
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.
Sustainability Meets High Performance: Velo3D’s New Certified Metal Powder
Velo3D announced a new metal 3D print material, but there’s more to the story.
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.
voxeljet and Parastruct Repurpose Construction Waste for 3D Printing
voxeljet has successfully tested a method of reusing construction waste in 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.
Copenhagen Receives First Low CO2 Concrete 3D Printed Building
The 72m² community building was brought to life by AKF, in partnership with 3DCP Group and Saga Space Architects, using a COBOD BOD2 printer.
Innovative Foam-Based 3D Printing Technique Offers Sustainable Alternative for Construction 3D Printing
More research on foam-based structural 3D printing shows a way to significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
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.
Enhancing 3D Print Recycling: The Proposal to Add Recycling Stamps
My proposal to allow 3D print slicers to emboss recycling stamps has generated some interesting ideas.
HyP3D Project: 3DCeram’s Quest for Efficient 3D Printed SOEC Cells
3DCeram is participating in a rather interesting green project to produce hydrogen.
The Rise of Reverse Logistics: Charles Trent’s Innovative Auto Deproduction
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the driving factors of the auto de-production model and how 3D printing can enhance this concept.
Eco-Friendly Innovation: Enzyme Discovery Offers Hope for PET Recycling
Researchers have found a way to decompose PET material.
Shaping Sustainable Structures: Exploring 3D Printing in Construction
The construction industry has long heralded 3D printing as its next big innovation.
AMGTA Demonstrates Sustainability of Metal Binder Jetting
Research from Yale School of the Environment shows reduction in GHG over traditional metal casting methods.
Sustainable Architecture: 3D Printing with Plant-Embedded Soil
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine some interesting developments in 3D printing at the University of Virginia.
Batch.Works: The Future of Sustainable Manufacturing through 3D Printing?
We were directed to check out Batch.Works, a startup company leveraging 3D printing to achieve sustainability.
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?
Stony Brook Living Laboratory: Advancing Sustainable Development with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the potential use of several forms of 3D printing in a new building project.
Waste from Marble Quarry Used to 3D Print Architectural Elements
In places like Ticino, Switzerland, ‘rock flour’ can constitute up to 40% of total production, according to ETH Zürich.
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.
Even More Colors: Polymaker’s Materials Grow Tremendously
We had a chat with Polymaker to learn more about their latest developments.
Sculpteo Launches RE-cycleo: A New 3D Print Recycling Program
Sculpteo recently announced a new recycling program for unwanted 3D prints.
Rethinking Plastic: How 3D Printing and Industry Giants Tackle the Recycling Challenge
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the work being done by several major plastics producers to increase sustainability through 3D printing.
Extrabold and Honoka Show Off Resin 3D Printed Furniture in Milan
The TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT received the second prize award from the SaloneSatellite organizers.
Unlocking Clean Energy Incentives: How 3D Printing Companies Can Benefit
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss new US energy incentives that might benefit 3D printing companies.
3D Printing With Sawdust Converts A Waste Into Luxury Goods
Forust Partners with design firm HagenHinderdael to demonstrate the beauty and sustainability of 3D printing with organics.
A New Way to Reuse 3D Print Scraps: RecyclingFabrik’s Recycling Service
A new 3D print recycling service has emerged in Germany: RecyclingFabrik.
EOS Announces Sustainable Polymers
The company factors material sourcing, consumption and reusability into its new, more sustainable materials.
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.
Nexa3D Opens Up About the Dirty Side of 3D Printing
What gaps need to be addressed to make additive manufacturing truly sustainable?
6K Additive Proves Their Sustainability
6K Additive is yet another 3D print company that’s working diligently on attaining a sustainable state.
Prusa’s Sustainable Step: Recycled Prusament
Prusa Research took a very interesting further step into the world of sustainability with the introduction of a recycled PLA material.
STEELTEK’s Green 3D Printer Spools
A Polish startup has developed an eco-friendly spool for 3D print material.
Roboze To Launch Recycling Program
In January Roboze will launch a new program to establish a “circular economy” for their materials.
Saving Material With 3D Printing
A post by OMD3D shows yet another way to avoid material waste with 3D printing.
Are 3D Printed Parts More Sustainable Than Traditionally Made Parts?
A new study is to determine precisely how sustainable 3D printing processes can be.