Sustainability and Environmental Benefits of Silver Inks in Printed Electronics
Printed electronics, a branch of electronics that utilises printing techniques to create electronic devices, has emerged as a fast-growing industry. This novel sector employs various conductive inks, including silver inks, to manufacture a wide range of applications such as flexible displays, solar panels, RFID tags, and wearable devices. The role of silver inks in this industry is not merely technical; it is a beacon of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Sustainability of Silver Inks Silver inks demonstrate significant potential for achieving sustainability goals in the electronics industry due to their unique features. Firstly, the high conductivity of silver allows for smaller, lighter, and more efficient devices, contributing to reduced material usage and minimised waste. Moreover, silver inks enable the manufacturing of electronics via additive processes like printing, contrasting with the subtractive methods typically employed in traditional electronics manufa