How 3D Printers for Houses Can Reduce CO2 Emissions
The result's identifiers
Result code in IS VaVaI
<a href="https://www.isvavai.cz/riv?ss=detail&h=RIV%2F68407700%3A21110%2F25%3A00382549" target="_blank" >RIV/68407700:21110/25:00382549 - isvavai.cz</a>
Result on the web
<a href="https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15040599" target="_blank" >https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15040599</a>
DOI - Digital Object Identifier
<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/buildings15040599" target="_blank" >10.3390/buildings15040599</a>
Alternative languages
Result language
angličtina
Original language name
How 3D Printers for Houses Can Reduce CO2 Emissions
Original language description
Three-dimensional printing technology for building construction is rapidly emerging as a transformative force, offering innovative and sustainable solutions to reduce the environmental impact of the construction sector. Unlike traditional methods, this technology significantly lowers CO2 emissions by enabling the use of sustainable materials such as geopolymers and recycled aggregates. Moreover, it minimizes waste, labor requirements, and the need for extensive on-site equipment, thereby reducing the overall carbon footprint of building projects. Studies indicate that adopting 3D printing in construction can cut CO2 emissions by up to 70%, depending on the materials used. By enhancing precision and integrating automation, 3D printing optimizes material consumption, reduces transportation needs, and minimizes energy-intensive activities. This research highlights the pivotal role of 3D printing in reshaping the construction process, quantifying its potential to drive sustainability and innovation, both directly and indirectly, at multiple stages of the building lifecycle.
Czech name
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Czech description
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Classification
Type
J<sub>imp</sub> - Article in a specialist periodical, which is included in the Web of Science database
CEP classification
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OECD FORD branch
20102 - Construction engineering, Municipal and structural engineering
Result continuities
Project
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Continuities
S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach
Others
Publication year
2025
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
Data specific for result type
Name of the periodical
Buildings
ISSN
2075-5309
e-ISSN
2075-5309
Volume of the periodical
15
Issue of the periodical within the volume
4
Country of publishing house
CH - SWITZERLAND
Number of pages
18
Pages from-to
1-18
UT code for WoS article
001432294100001
EID of the result in the Scopus database
2-s2.0-85218466711