MAINE SUNDAY TELEGRAM • November 27, 2022
UMaine’s 3D-printed house is fun to think about. The precision inherent in the 3D printing process is praised for wasting far fewer materials and being easier on the environment. The ability to build quickly, efficiently, cost-effectively and in an environmentally sound, locally focused fashion has the potential to be radically transformative. By doubling down on bio-based materials that can be sourced nearby and technology that eliminates the need for teams of construction workers on sites, 3D-printed housing offers a shot at “housing units in a fraction of the time with a fraction of the workforce.”