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Innovations in 3D-printed shoes, materials to combat waste
February 1st, 2025
The ecological impact of footwear is on the minds of researchers and designers working in 3D printing. Here are three projects in progress. Modular kids’ shoes that ‘grow’ Children can outgrow shoes a couple of times per year, so the adaptable design, especially of the sole, could prevent a lot of discarded product. Image: Michele […]

European Commission sets goal to reduce textile waste
April 1st, 2023
The tExtended project aims to create additional incentives for textile recycling. Photo: AIMPLAS Finding recycling solutions for textile waste is a pressing challenge across the globe, as it is estimated that less than 1% of textiles are currently recycled. At the same time, the European Commission has identified textiles as a priority product for the […]