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

OriginalspracheEnglisch
Aufsatznummer100458
FachzeitschriftCleaner Environmental Systems
Jahrgang22
Frühes Online-Datum27 Mai 2026
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - Sept. 2026
Peer-Review-StatusJa

Externe IDs

ORCID /0000-0003-4957-9116/work/218582466

Schlagworte

Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung

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