Although the most environmentally-friendly printer would probably be the non-printer, this Eco Printer comes pretty close. Almost the machine equivalent of a pencil, it can print, erase and re-print on the same piece of paper. It uses UV irradiation to accomplish this admirable feature.
Designed by Sharsha Lee for Liteon Technology Corp., the Eco Printer is a great way to bridge the way to eliminating the need for paper in homes, schools and businesses. It is a 2010 Red Dot Concept Design winning entry.
Re-Printable Paper Devices
The Eco Printer Increases the Lifecycle of Paper
Trend Themes
1. Printable Paper - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly printing solutions that promote paper reuse and reduction.
2. Reversible Printing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create printers that can easily erase and re-print on the same sheet of paper, minimizing waste.
3. UV Irradiation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore UV irradiation technologies for efficient and environmentally-friendly printing processes.
Industry Implications
1. Printing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the printing industry by developing sustainable and reusable printing solutions.
2. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate reversible printing technology into consumer electronics to reduce paper waste and promote sustainability.
3. Education - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement printable paper devices in educational institutions to encourage digital-paper integration and reduce paper consumption.