In this session, the potential of 3DCP (Three Dimensional Concrete Printing) in the field of construction aimed at environmental protection, regeneration of ecosystems and the increase of marine and terrestrial bio-diversity is illustrated. The effects of climate change on the environment caused by human activities are influencing the behavior of the human community, even putting the survival of our species at risk. 3DCP can make an important contribution in mitigating these degenerative processes in those cases where the construction of building blocks with complex geometry that are difficult or even impossible to achieve with other manufacturing technologies is required. The design of these shapes, which must respond to multiple functional and aesthetic needs, can be carried out using Generative Geometry applications. The building blocks are obtained from the aggregation of particles, natural or from by-products, through digital manufacturing technologies by Extrusion or Particle-Bed 3D Printing. Some realizations and some scenarios of possible large-scale applications will be presented that will inspire listeners on the possibilities and benefits. The session is aimed at executives operating in the construction industry, particularly in the field of coastal protection infrastructure, marine regeneration, dredging and land reclamation with particular attention to the reclamation of arid soils. However, since the 3DCP is particularly suitable for the creation of Artificial Reefs, the session may be of great interest to executives in the maritime hotel sector (beach resorts), interested in creating Underwater Gardens for entertainment and environmental education purposes for their customers.
