Auburn University scientists and faculty are looking to use technology to address this widespread issue. The team is focusing on bio-resin development as a feedstock for 3D printing.

This sustainable resin derived from renewable forest biomass and other waste resource such as cross-contaminated timber, would reduce construction waste and the negative impact on the environment caused by disposing composite materials at the end of their life.

The process involves converting biomass into chemicals and nanomaterials to improve the sustainability of the resin, with the end goal of building sustainable affordable housing through a 3D printing process.

Biomaterial 3D printed building components such as wall panels, can be customized and shipped to the site to be used in construction. However, unlike comparable composite materials, these sustainable 3D printed components allow for end-of-life recycling.

Is this the future of sustainable construction? We are super curious to find out!

Learn more in the Daily Commercial News article.