Author(s): Sophie Laurent

Abstract: Polymer-based materials have emerged as a cornerstone of modern sustainable and flexible technologies due to their lightweight nature, tunable properties, and adaptability across diverse applications. Recent advances in polymer chemistry, processing techniques, and composite design have significantly expanded the functional scope of these materials, enabling their use in flexible electronics, renewable energy devices, biomedical systems, and environmentally responsible packaging solutions. Sustainable polymers derived from bio-based feedstocks and recyclable systems are increasingly replacing conventional petroleum-based materials, addressing critical environmental concerns such as resource depletion and plastic waste accumulation. Concurrently, innovations in conductive, self-healing, and stimuli-responsive polymers have accelerated the development of flexible and wearable technologies that demand mechanical robustness alongside functional performance. Despite these advancements, challenges remain in balancing sustainability, durability, cost-effectiveness, and large-scale manufacturability. The integration of nanofillers, hybrid architectures, and advanced fabrication methods such as additive manufacturing has shown promise in overcoming performance limitations while maintaining environmental compatibility. This article provides a focused overview of recent progress in polymer-based materials tailored for sustainable and flexible technologies, highlighting key material classes, design strategies, and application domains. Emphasis is placed on understanding structure-property relationships that govern mechanical flexibility, electrical functionality, and environmental performance. By synthesizing current research trends, this review aims to elucidate how polymer science is shaping next-generation technologies that align with global sustainability goals. The insights presented are intended to support researchers and engineers in developing innovative polymer systems that combine flexibility with reduced ecological impact, thereby contributing to the transition toward more resilient and sustainable technological infrastructures across industrial and societal sectors.

DOI: 10.22271/27078221.2026.v7.i1a.97

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