Nov 26, 2022
UMaine unveils first 3D-printed home in a bid to mass-produce affordable housing
Posted by Omuterema Akhahenda in categories: climatology, habitats
Researchers at the University of Maine on Monday unveiled what they say is a promising, climate-friendly response to the nation’s affordable housing crisis: the world’s first, bio-based 3D printed home.
University, state and federal officials joined Maine Gov. Janet Mills and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins at a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the 600-square-foot-home.
The home is made entirely from a wood-based material, which University of Maine researchers say is an inexpensive, renewable and recyclable building option.