Evaluation of gaps in life cycle sustainability assessments of 3D concrete printing: A systematic literature review and recommendations
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Beitragende
Abstract
The construction industry significantly contributes to global carbon emissions, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, necessitating sustainable innovations. 3D concrete printing (3DCP) has emerged as a transformative technology offering design flexibility, reduced material waste, and improved efficiency. However, sustainability assessments of 3DCP remain fragmented. This study systematically reviews 23 articles published between 2010 and 2024, revealing that Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) predominantly focus on carbon footprint and energy consumption, while other impact categories are underexplored. Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is often limited to material costs, excluding long-term economic factors. Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) is notably absent, with only one study addressing social implications. Methodological inconsistencies in functional units and system boundaries hinder comparability. The study calls for harmonised frameworks integrating LCA, LCC, and S-LCA under standardised guidelines. These findings contribute to advancing robust sustainability methodologies and support the adoption of 3DCP as a viable solution for sustainable construction.
Details
| Originalsprache | Englisch |
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| Aufsatznummer | 100458 |
| Fachzeitschrift | Cleaner Environmental Systems |
| Jahrgang | 22 |
| Frühes Online-Datum | 27 Mai 2026 |
| Publikationsstatus | Veröffentlicht - Sept. 2026 |
| Peer-Review-Status | Ja |
Externe IDs
| ORCID | /0000-0003-4957-9116/work/218582466 |
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Schlagworte
Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung
- SDG 7 – Erschwingliche und saubere Energie - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
- SDG 9 – Industrie, Innovation und Infrastruktur - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
- SDG 12 – Verantwortungsvoller Konsum und Produktion - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
ASJC Scopus Sachgebiete
- Environmental engineering - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
- Erneuerbare Energien, Nachhaltigkeit und Umwelt - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
- Umweltwissenschaften (sonstige) - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
- Management, Monitoring, Politik und Recht - 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing
Schlagwörter
- 3D concrete printing, Additive manufacturing (AM), Life cycle assessment (LCA), Life cycle costing (LCC), Social life cycle assessment (S-LCA), Sustainable manufacturing