Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Sustainable
Filament
3D printing brands are releasing filaments focusing on sustainability.
4.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Sustainable Filament trend?
Sustainable Filament: Brands in the 3D printing space are releasing materials that prioritize sustainability without compromising on function. The sustainability ranges from including renewable resources, such as wood or plant-based fibres, to using energy-efficient, low-emission production systems.
Insight
The consumer insight behind the Sustainable Filament trend
3D printing is continually increasing in popularity not only in industrial applications, but also with hobbyist consumers. However, as the industry continues to expand, it continues to attract more attention from environmental regulators and consumers due to the unrenewable nature of most plastic-based filaments. Brands are recognizing the public and private desires for sustainable materials, and in response are investing in renewable materials and energies.
Trend themes
Themes within the Sustainable Filament trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Sustainable Materials Innovation
Brands are prioritizing sustainability by incorporating renewable resources and energy-efficient production systems into their 3D printing materials.
02
Eco-Friendly Filament Solutions
Companies are developing eco-friendly 3D printer filaments using bio-friendly, recycled, and repurposed materials to meet customer demands for sustainability.
03
Renewable Material Development
Innovators are creating sustainable solutions like wood-based and biodegradable biopolymers for 3D printing, addressing the global plastic waste problem and offering unique functional properties.
Industry implications
What the Sustainable Filament trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
3D Printing Industry
The 3D printing industry can leverage sustainable materials innovation to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions.
For
Manufacturing Sector
Manufacturing professionals can explore eco-friendly filament solutions to reduce environmental impact in their production processes.
For
Green Technology Market
Companies in the green technology market can tap into renewable material development to create sustainable solutions for various industries.
Workshop question
How could your brand improve its sustainability through investing in renewable energies and materials?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Sustainable Filament
Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 56%, activity 50%, freshness 23%.
Popularity56%
Activity50%
Freshness23%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Africa
Evidence
Examples of the Sustainable Filament trend
4 featured examples from Mar 9 to Apr 10, 2024CategoryEco
Wood Polymer Filaments
Sulapac Places Sustainability First with its 'Flow 1.7' Filament
The 'Sulapac Flow 1.7' filament disrupts the 3D printing industry by offering a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional filaments.
CategoryTech
Eco-First 3D Filaments
Compost3D is a Leader in Eco-Friendly Filaments for 3D Printing
3D printing industry can integrate eco-friendly filaments to meet the growing demand for sustainable manufacturing solutions.
CategoryEco
Sustainable Additive Manufacturing Materials
HP's PA 12 S is Aesthetic and Cost-Effective
An opportunity for companies to adopt materials that reduce costs and streamline production processes.
CategoryEco
Sustainable Filament Providers
'Terrafilum' Offers Eco-Friendly Solutions for Clients' 3D Printing
Integrating eco-friendly 3D printing solutions for improved sustainability in production processes.
