Sustainable living has become an increasingly vital concept in today’s world as we learn to navigate environmental challenges and become more aware of the depletion of finite resources. The 5 Rs of sustainable living provide a valuable framework for individuals and communities to reduce their environmental footprint while enhancing their quality of life. 

One of the most revolutionary changes to happen to the sustainability of manufacturing, 3D printing technology, is taking the world by storm. In recent years, 3D printing has been developed for constructing homes that can take as little as two days to complete and at half the price of traditional construction costs.

When it comes to biodegradable packaging, engineers and manufacturers have the added challenge of creating aesthetically pleasing packaging while adhering to environmentally friendly standards.

Biodegradable packaging is susceptible to trends in design, materials, and so much more. As manufacturers try to rush to the front of the pack, here are some of the trends that have caught our attention in 2018 and 2019.