Credit: Cosmos 3D3D Construction and Sustainability: Innovation in Material Optimisation
Cosmos 3D on how 3D prefabricated construction is redefining operational efficiency, minimising waste, and helping decarbonise RE
March 12, 2025Real Estate
Written by Rubén García Muñoz, CEO & CTO, Cosmos 3D
The construction industry is undergoing a transformation in response to environmental and economic challenges. The adoption of advanced technologies is key to reducing ecological impact without compromising profitability and project viability.
In this context, 3D concrete prefabrication emerges as an innovative solution that optimises material use and minimises waste, enabling the development of more sustainable and efficient infrastructure.
Additionally, surplus material can be processed and reused as a base material in foundations, promoting a circular economy approach that reinforces construction sustainability.
The ability to incorporate recycled, natural, and low-carbon footprint materials without compromising the final result further amplifies the environmental benefits of this technology.
In the case of Cosmos 3D, process optimisation allows for up to a 40% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to conventional methods, strengthening its value proposition in the sustainable real estate market.
Rubén García Muñoz is CEO & CTO at Cosmos 3D.
Cosmos 3D is Spain-based company pioneering advanced 3D concrete printing technology to reshape the construction industry.
Combining the expertise of the Katz Group with the IT3D Group’s cutting-edge technology, Cosmos 3D offers a smart construction system that enables fully customisable designs, high-quality results, and significant reductions in time, costs, material waste, and CO₂ emissions.
By fusing innovation with practical application, Cosmos 3D aims to address the global housing deficit, offering a faster, more sustainable, and cost-effective alternative for modern construction.
The construction industry is undergoing a transformation in response to environmental and economic challenges. The adoption of advanced technologies is key to reducing ecological impact without compromising profitability and project viability.
In this context, 3D concrete prefabrication emerges as an innovative solution that optimises material use and minimises waste, enabling the development of more sustainable and efficient infrastructure.
Resource Efficiency
The real estate and construction sector is one of the largest consumers of natural resources and accounts for a significant share of carbon emissions. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings generate over 36% of global energy consumption and nearly 40% of energy-related carbon emissions.- 3D prefabrication not only enables more efficient material management but also significantly reduces construction site waste.
- 3D construction does not require moulds, which helps optimise the consumption of critical resources such as water and electricity.
- 3D prefabricated construction systems, like those developed by Cosmos 3D, operate with maximum efficiency, using less than 100 litres of water per hour and requiring between 2 and 3.3 kW of energy.
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Waste Reduction and Material Circularity
One of the major challenges of traditional construction is the high level of waste generation. 3D-printed concrete prefabrication technology mitigates this issue by reducing material waste by 99%, thanks to its precise deposition capability and mould-free manufacturing.Additionally, surplus material can be processed and reused as a base material in foundations, promoting a circular economy approach that reinforces construction sustainability.
The ability to incorporate recycled, natural, and low-carbon footprint materials without compromising the final result further amplifies the environmental benefits of this technology.
In the case of Cosmos 3D, process optimisation allows for up to a 40% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to conventional methods, strengthening its value proposition in the sustainable real estate market.
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Industry Evolution and Future Outlook
Beyond its environmental advantages, 3D prefabrication and modular housing construction are reshaping design and execution dynamics in the real estate sector.
The ability to operate in both controlled (indoor) and outdoor environments optimises construction time and resources, offering solutions tailored to the needs of developers and real estate investors.
The industrialisation and digitalisation of the sector continue to advance, and mould-free additive construction is emerging as a fundamental pillar in the evolution of the real estate market.
Rubén García Muñoz is CEO & CTO at Cosmos 3D.
Cosmos 3D is Spain-based company pioneering advanced 3D concrete printing technology to reshape the construction industry.
Combining the expertise of the Katz Group with the IT3D Group’s cutting-edge technology, Cosmos 3D offers a smart construction system that enables fully customisable designs, high-quality results, and significant reductions in time, costs, material waste, and CO₂ emissions.
By fusing innovation with practical application, Cosmos 3D aims to address the global housing deficit, offering a faster, more sustainable, and cost-effective alternative for modern construction.
