Sustainable Materials, Production Technologies and Processes

What this note covers

1. Understanding Ecological Footprint in Material Selection
2. Comparing Sustainable Material Choices
3. Additive Manufacturing as a Sustainable Production Technology
4. Low-Energy Processes and Closed-Loop Systems
5. Evaluating Suitability for a Given Redesign Context
6. The Role of Certification, Standards, and Labelling in Material Decisions
7. Integrating Sustainable Technology Choices into the Design Process

7 sections · 14 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes