Eco-friendly technology merges innovation with responsibility—offering smarter solutions that conserve energy, reduce waste, and protect the planet. This guide explores its types, benefits, and real-world impact.
Blending biology with design, BIO-ID Lab’s algae tiles offer a creative solution to water pollution. These handmade tiles use microalgae to absorb and neutralize harmful dyes—bringing sustainability into everyday materials.
The year 2021 marked a significant evolution in additive manufacturing (AM), transitioning from prototyping to full-scale production. Key developments included the adoption of additive manufacturing execution systems (MES) for streamlined workflows, the rise of distributed and on-demand production models, and a heightened focus on sustainability through reduced waste and localized manufacturing. These advancements positioned AM as a pivotal player in the future of manufacturing. 
In response to growing medical needs, Syria Relief is embracing 3D printing to produce lightweight, cost-effective prosthetic limbs for children injured in the Syrian conflict—offering a lifeline to a brighter, more mobile future.
3D printing is reshaping the world beyond digital limits, enabling on-demand creation of everything from organs to buildings.
iJet Inc.‘s “One Hundred Tokyo” project offers a 1:12,500 scale 3D-printed map of Tokyo, divided into 100 detailed, magnetic tiles using ZENRIN’s mapping data. 
Elite for Construction & Development Co. orders COBOD’s BOD2 printer, capable of 3D printing multi-story buildings, advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 housing initiatives. 
What began as a teenage idea has become a worldwide movement. Boyan Slat’s Ocean Cleanup project is scaling up with advanced tech and ambitious goals—to clean up plastic from oceans and rivers across the globe.
Introducing Airstream’s Nest—a sleek, 16-foot fiberglass trailer featuring a modern interior, full kitchen, wet bath, and versatile sleeping options for on-the-go explorers. 
Promising orbital adventures and futuristic hospitality, Aurora Station plans to host guests in low Earth orbit. With private cabins, research potential, and panoramic space views, it redefines the boundaries of travel and innovation.
With futuristic forms, open layouts, and light-filled interiors, IDEAS Lab reimagines what a think tank can look like. Designed for ideation and experimentation, it’s a bold statement of Shanghai’s forward-thinking culture.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, construction tech company ICON and nonprofit New Story have developed a method to 3D-print homes in just 12 to 24 hours at a cost of approximately $4,000. Utilizing the Vulcan printer, these 650-square-foot homes are constructed with a specialized cement mixture, offering durability and resilience in various climates. This innovation aims to address global housing shortages by providing rapid, cost-effective, and sustainable shelter solutions, with plans to implement these homes in communities across Latin America.