https://www.advancedmaterialsworld.com/tag/214/composites IDTechEx provides independent analysis on the development and application of RFID, Printed Electronics, Photovoltaics and Energy Harvesting en Copyright (C) IDTechEx Ltd As the automotive industry continues to be an ever-relevant space, there are plenty of opportunities for composite materials, including those made with natural fibers, to be integrated into both the interiors and exteriors of vehicles. This article covers some of the technologies exhibited at JEC World 2026.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/natural-fiber-cars-sustainable-automotive-parts-at-jec-world-2026/34493?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/natural-fiber-cars-sustainable-automotive-parts-at-jec-world-2026/34493?rsst2id=214Thu, 19 Mar 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) The green energy market is increasingly drawing attention as sustainability motivations soar in line with regulation and environmental awareness. This article covers some of the companies exhibiting at JEC World 2026 in Paris, where IDTechEx spoke with multiple players within the composite market.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composites-for-cleaner-energies-with-idtechex-jec-world-2026/34486?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composites-for-cleaner-energies-with-idtechex-jec-world-2026/34486?rsst2id=214Tue, 17 Mar 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) This new report "Critical Material Recovery 2026-2046: Technologies, Markets, Players" characterizes secondary source critical material recovery markets, technologies, and players. Market roadmaps for emerging secondary sources, value chain analysis, and twenty-year market forecasts from 2026 to 2046 are provided. IDTechEx identifies a significant value opportunity, with the critical material recovery market forecast to grow to over US$66 billion annually by 2046, at a CAGR of 9.2%.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-idtechex-report-critical-material-recovery-2026-2046/33778?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-idtechex-report-critical-material-recovery-2026-2046/33778?rsst2id=214Tue, 16 Sep 2025 ZZZc.martin@idtechex.com (Charlotte Martin) Mounting regulatory pressure and a looming waste crisis from end-of-life composites are driving innovations in recyclable resin systems and recycling pathways. In this article, IDTechEx Technology Analyst, Maia Benstead, explores the key emerging technologies and players looking to drive uptake of sustainable composite materials.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/recyclable-resins-paving-the-way-for-sustainable-composites/33756?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/recyclable-resins-paving-the-way-for-sustainable-composites/33756?rsst2id=214Wed, 10 Sep 2025 ZZZm.benstead@idtechex.com (Maia Benstead) Sustainable technologies are generating a record amount of interest across many sectors. This article covers the landscapes of green steel, green hydrogen, and the push for countries to achieve decarbonization goals.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/green-steel-hydrogen-and-the-move-towards-decarbonization/33607?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/green-steel-hydrogen-and-the-move-towards-decarbonization/33607?rsst2id=214Fri, 01 Aug 2025 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) IDTechEx estimates that the composite material market for green energy applications will reach US$78 billion by 2046.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composite-materials-for-green-energy-applications-explainer-video/33592?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composite-materials-for-green-energy-applications-explainer-video/33592?rsst2id=214Fri, 01 Aug 2025 ZZZm.benstead@idtechex.com (Maia Benstead) High-performance rare earth magnets are set to remain critical materials in electric vehicles, wind turbines, and robotics applications, despite a climate of intensifying supply risks, price pressures and export restrictions. As new rare earth supply chains emerge across the USA, Europe and Asia, IDTechEx characterizes growth opportunities presented for rare earth magnet technologies - from separation and refining to magnet production and recycling.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/2025-to-be-a-defining-year-for-the-rare-earth-magnet-market/33601?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/2025-to-be-a-defining-year-for-the-rare-earth-magnet-market/33601?rsst2id=214Thu, 31 Jul 2025 ZZZj.howley@idtechex.com (Dr Jack Howley) As the global push for decarbonization accelerates, wind power has become a cornerstone for the renewable energy transition. But behind its clean energy image lies a growing environmental challenge: a rising tide of end-of-life (EoL) wind turbine blades.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/tackling-the-growing-wind-turbine-blade-waste-crisis/33596?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/tackling-the-growing-wind-turbine-blade-waste-crisis/33596?rsst2id=214Tue, 29 Jul 2025 ZZZm.benstead@idtechex.com (Maia Benstead) Composite materials are increasingly being used to innovate green energy technologies, from advancing wind turbine blades, to enabling lighter and more efficient electric vehicles. In this article, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Maia Benstead explores the key sustainability trends driving the uptake of fiber reinforced polymer composites across a range of clean energy sectors.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composite-materials-in-green-energy-enabling-technologies-and-address/33458?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/composite-materials-in-green-energy-enabling-technologies-and-address/33458?rsst2id=214Mon, 07 Jul 2025 ZZZm.benstead@idtechex.com (Maia Benstead) End-of-life equipment from automotives, electric vehicles, e-waste and decarbonized energy technologies are rapidly emerging secondary raw material sources for valuable critical materials. A new report from IDTechEx forecasts that US$110B of critical materials will be recovered annually from secondary sources by 2045, with a combined weight of over 3.3 million tonnes.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/waste-to-wealth-critical-material-recovery-from-secondary-sources/31544?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/waste-to-wealth-critical-material-recovery-from-secondary-sources/31544?rsst2id=214Tue, 13 Aug 2024 ZZZj.howley@idtechex.com (Dr Jack Howley) As of mid-2022, the global graphene and graphene oxide installed capacity easily exceeds 12,000 tonnes per year, but utilization is low as the orders lag significantly behind. Is this a natural part of the commercial journey, or has hype overcome reality? Is this a case of "build it, they will come", or are there real market needs? What does the future hold for these graphene manufacturers? IDTechEx provides an independent perspective on these questions and more.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/graphene-supply-outstrips-demand/27625?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/graphene-supply-outstrips-demand/27625?rsst2id=214Thu, 08 Sep 2022 ZZZr.collins@IDTechEx.com (Dr Richard Collins) Thursday 9 December 2021 - Assessment of the key mergers and acquisitions; Important funding rounds across; Notable partnerships; Establishment and expansion of production facilities; Role in key application areas including electronic devices, energy storage and 3D printing; Progression in various fields of green technologyhttps://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/join-the-free-upcoming-idtechex-webinar-on-advanced-materials/25414?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/join-the-free-upcoming-idtechex-webinar-on-advanced-materials/25414?rsst2id=214Fri, 03 Dec 2021 ZZZa.garrington@idtechex.com (Annick Garrington) With the pandemic still raging, supply chain disruptions, the chip shortage, climate catastrophes, and geopolitical turbulence, it is safe to say 2021 has not been smooth sailing. The materials and chemical sector provides the backbone of every industry and remains under pressure from all these challenges. In this article, IDTechEx highlights the key news from their independent perspective on this crucial industry.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/the-most-significant-advanced-materials-news-from-2021/25377?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/the-most-significant-advanced-materials-news-from-2021/25377?rsst2id=214Tue, 30 Nov 2021 ZZZr.collins@IDTechEx.com (Dr Richard Collins) With global warming kicking in and rising sea levels displacing millions to arid regions, there needs to be much more cooling of buildings. Two new passive options need to be welcomed that use readily available, non-toxic substances - metamaterials and unprecedentedly white paint reflecting maximum sunlight away from a building.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-passive-cooling-for-buildings/25070?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-passive-cooling-for-buildings/25070?rsst2id=214Wed, 27 Oct 2021 ZZZp.harrop@IDTechEx.com (Dr Peter Harrop) We are looking for entrepreneurial, enthusiastic people to join IDTechEx to apply their technical knowledge. You will be involved with technology scouting, market research and consultancy in a rapidly growing, exciting, global firm.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/technology-analyst-careers-at-idtechex-positions-available/21785?rsst2id=214https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/technology-analyst-careers-at-idtechex-positions-available/21785?rsst2id=214Wed, 24 Mar 2021 ZZZn.fifield@idtechex.com (Natalie Fifield)