# Digital tools and 3D printing emerge as key themes in circular economy research

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-28T03:00:01+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-digital-tools-3d-emerge-key.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/digital-tools-and-3d-printing-emerge-as-key-themes-in-circular-economy-5b29c2/

A review of the research literature spanning the years 2020 to 2026 has found that digital technologies, additive manufacturing and resource recovery are major themes in the transition toward a sustainable, circular economy. The work, published in the International Journal of Services and Operations Management, highlights the need for more cooperation between businesses and other stakeholders and

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