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May 9, 20253 min readToday’s Children Face a Lifetime of Extreme Heat because of Climate ChangeYoung people today will be exposed to a number of heat waves that no one would have experienced before the burning of fossil fuels started raising global temperaturesBy Celeste Biever & Nature magazine Many of today’s children will experience an ‘unprecedented life’ owing to climate change. AlesVeluscek/Getty ImagesJust over half of the children born in 2020 will face unprecedented exposure to heatwaves over their lifetime — even under a conservative projection for how climate change will unfold over the next 75 years.The figure rises to 92% of today’s five-year-olds if more pessimistic climate predictions come to pass, and compares with just 16% of people born in 1960 under any future climate scenario.The findings, published in Nature on 7 May, highlight the disproportionate burden that climate change places on today’s young people — and the need to limit global warming to safeguard future generations.On supporting science journalismIf you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the discoveries and ideas shaping our world today.“Many people of my age have children, young children, and it’s especially for those that the projections look very dire,” says study co-author Wim Thiery, a climate scientist at the Vrije Universiteit in Brussels, who was born in 1987.Nature; Source: “Global Emergence of Unprecedented Lifetime Exposure to Climate Extremes,” by Luke Grant et al., in Nature, Vol. 641; May 8, 2025That children and young people will bear the brunt of the climate-change burden is not a new idea. But the latest study is among the first to pinpoint the generations and numbers of people that will experience an “unprecedented life” in terms of extreme heat, says Thiery (see ‘Children facing extreme heat’).The researchers define this as a threshold of lifetime exposure to extreme weather that someone living in a world without climate change would have only a one in 10,000 chance of experiencing. “If you are beyond that limit, it’s virtually impossible to experience that many climate extremes if there would not have been climate change,” says Thiery.Thiery and his colleagues used climate models to set the threshold for different regions and types of weather including heatwaves, floods and wildfires. For Brussels, for example, the threshold considered to be unprecedented for heat was living through six ‘extreme’ heatwaves — events that would on average occur just once a century without climate change.They then used demographic data to calculate, for a series of generations born between 1960 and 2020, worldwide, the fraction of each generation that would reach that limit across their lifetimes — and how that would vary with different global-warming scenarios.Heat on the horizonThe proportion of each generation predicted to experience ‘unprecedented lives’ in terms of heat exposure varied hugely. Of the 81 million people born worldwide in 1960 — who are now in their mid-sixties — just 13 million, or 16%, would reach this exposure threshold over their lifetimes, regardless of the climate scenario. But for the 120 million children born in 2020, 58 million (around 50%) would experience this level of exposure, even in the most optimistic scenario put forward by researchers of 1.5 °C of warming above pre-industrial temperatures by 2100. The fraction of today’s five-year-olds experiencing unprecedented lifetime exposure to heatwaves rises to 92% (some 111 million people) for the more pessimistic climate scenario of 3.5 °C of warming.The researchers also found that the impact of climate change on today’s children was not evenly distributed — the chance of unprecedented lifetime exposure to heatwaves was greater among populations with higher deprivation. “It’s not only an inequality across generations, it’s also an inequality between people that are more or less vulnerable,” says Thiery.“They are clearer than people have been in the past about the direct impact of climate change on children,” says Caroline Hickman, a psychotherapist at the University of Bath, UK, who has documented young people’s anxiety about climate change.There’s a tendency among older generations to be dismissive about climate change because they don’t face the same risks, she says, which this study could help to change. “Adults need to protect and preserve children’s lives, and we are failing in our duty of care to children if we don’t take it seriously.”Emma Lawrance, who studies mental health and climate change at Imperial College London, says that as well as moving away from fossil fuels as quickly as possible to limit climate change, it’s important for communities to make changes to protect future generations from heat by planting trees that create shade, improving housing and providing cool spaces where people can shelter in heatwaves. “We need to be preparing communities to face an increasing number of these events,” she says.This article is reproduced with permission and was first published on May 7, 2025.

The Doom Slayer is back with a vengeance in Doom: The Dark Ages. This feudal-flavoured first-person frenzy promises revamped combat and revitalized visuals for current-gen consoles and PCs. In broad strokes, this is a strong technical success but how well does the game play out across PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X and especially the horsepower-challenged Xbox Series S? In all cases, users are getting a good experience, but the premium Xbox console seems to get the smoothest experience overall - even compared to PS5 Pro - while the junior Xbox is still recognisably the same game, but with very low rendering resolutions and a haircut to some visual features. Overall though, Doom: The Dark Ages is a phenomenal experience: there's something so satisfying about the raw visual feedback you get when blasting away demons. Chunks of flesh are blown off in an evolution of the destructible demons system from Doom Eternal. Particles bloom and dance as foes are shot and lit aflame. Environment elements disintegrate into physicalised pieces, ripped apart by the wide spread of weapons like the Pulveriser - and this all generally runs at 60fps on every machine, with excellent per-pixel motion blur to keep things looking buttery smooth. Even when you stop to smell the roses though, Dark Ages continues to excel visually. Doom's artwork is top-notch, and the rendering systems used to support that artistic vision really deliver. Expect intricate physically-based materials, rich environmental geometry and excellent RTGI-based lighting that makes the game look consistent across a wide range of lighting conditions. It's a top-notch effort that deserves considerable praise, especially considering that the scope of the game has been expanded considerably since Doom Eternal, with titanic mech sections, wide-open dragon combat, and larger on-foot gameplay arenas with more foes. We've got a deeper analysis of the core technology coming soon, but we came away suitably impressed by what the game has to offer. It feels like a considerable evolution above recent idTech titles and offers an unparalleled demon-destroying experience. Here's our video breakdown of Doom: The Dark Ages on each of the major consoles.Watch on YouTube In terms of platform-specific details, let's start with Xbox Series X, which delivers a pretty version of the game in its sole visual mode. I believe we're looking at a dynamic 1440p resolution, dropping down to around 1080p in busier scenes. Variable rate shading also appears to be employed, in common with other idTech games on current-gen consoles. Image quality is fine enough, though it can be a touch soft at times and VRS artefacts can be unflattering. In terms of visual settings, I didn't find the game wanting - except perhaps for the lack of ray traced reflections, which are featured on PC and seem relatively light even on console-class GPUs. The Series X relies on more primitive reflections tech, leaning heavily on screen-space reflections. Also, there's some occasional harsh shadow pop-in, which is more obvious in larger levels. Performance is more or less perfect in my testing. Even in intense gameplay, we're looking at a locked 60fps update without dips. It's possible the game could drop frames of course, especially in later sections, but in my gameplay I only saw a clean 60fps update. There do appear to be duplicate frames on camera cuts though in cutscenes, which is a common artifact across the consoles. The object and camera motion blur work here to greatly enhance the perception of fluidity and comes with multiple intensity settings to suit different tastes - including the option to turn it off entirely. There are other visual tweakables here, even though there's only one visual mode. Toggles for depth of field and chromatic aberration are present, as is a slider to engage the game's sharpening. I don't think the sharpening slider is working consistently in this version though, as changing its values doesn't actually appear to change anything on-screen. There's also a slider for field of view, but this doesn't appear to work on Series X, at least not consistently. A toggle for film grain would have been welcome as well, but it isn't present here for some reason, though it does appear on PC. Dark Ages has a rather strong film grain that is easy to spot in darker regions of the image and it can't be turned off on any console. To see this content please enable targeting cookies. I don't think anyone was particularly expecting a bad experience on Series X but the much weaker Series S is much more of a concern. It's mostly a similar enough experience - just a very soft one. Series S peaks at about 864p, again with VRS in use, with dips to about 648p in heavier scenes. Expect a blurrier image with a smeared appearance on fine geometry and textures. At close range, fidelity on a 4K panel can look pretty rough, and image stability is decreased as well. The UI is also of a lower resolution. Other differences stem from visual settings tweaks. Foliage density is reduced, for instance, especially at a distance. The game's textures and materials see some light tweaks as well, though any concessions here are minor up close. Ray traced global illumination (RTGI) quality appears to be downgraded with a somewhat less defined depiction of light occlusion around complex structures. First-person weaponry is also impacted by indirect lighting changes, while volumetric lighting is also of a lower resolution. Meanwhile, shadowmaps are also coarser and more aliasing-prone. Low-lying volumetric fog also proves rougher. There are some other changes too, like how the depth of field is somewhat shallower in cutscenes, which may be driven by resolution changes. Overall though, it's a fairly feature-complete Series S version, at least for a boundary-pushing current-gen game. Most of the little details, like screen-space shadows, are still present at close distances. Ray tracing is still part of the feature set and looks handsome enough, and visual settings in general remain reasonable. It's just delivered through a low-res, VRS-stricken haze. Performance is not quite as good as Series X. The great majority of gameplay still runs at 60fps, thankfully, but there are dips, particularly in larger gameplay spaces. This open-air fight at the outset of level 6 is a good example, with many dips into the 50s in this sequence. Expect similar results during this interior face-off in level 2, which is unexpectedly heavy. I didn't have time to get as far in Dark Ages as I'd like, but I would expect similar behaviour in other taxing fights. Series S also suffers from some screen-tearing artifacts near the top of the screen, which present oddly and aren't possible to track with our tools. These are not terribly noticeable but you can spot them if you go hunting for them. It's possible Series X has similar behaviour, but it doesn't drop frames nearly as often, if at all, so there would be little opportunity to witness them. Stress-testing Doom: The Dark Ages, it's Xbox Series X that runs smoothest overall, even beating PS5 Pro. The Pro runs at the highest resolution, while (not surprisingly), the hit to pixel count on Series S is quite profound. Click on the images for higher resolution. The two PS5s are a little more straightforward. Base PS5 players can expect a similar visual experience to their Series X compatriots with largely equivalent settings across the board. The biggest difference I noticed came in the sixth level, where most of the trees don't animate with the wind on Series X, but do animate on PS5. Their shadowmaps also move on PS5 of course, though this does exacerbate aliasing slightly. Foliage placement also differs slightly on PS5. Outside of those tweaks, I didn't spot any obvious visual settings differences between the two consoles. Expect more or less identical shadows, textures, distant LODs, and ray tracing detail. The FOV slider actually does appear to work consistently on the PlayStation consoles, however, though the sharpening slider remains ineffective. Image quality between the two machines is again similar. Most scenes look very close, though Series X is a touch sharper overall. Interestingly, the PS5 also appears to use a form of VRS, as it has distinctive, blocky artifacts in the image, though this is presumably a software-based iteration as the base PS5 lacks hardware VRS hardware. Unfortunately, the omnipresent film grain makes it a little tougher to see some of the finer details. Resolutions are similar to Series X in demanding content at around 1080p and again it tops out around 1440p, but I think PS5 typically comes in a little lower than Series X. Performance is a little curious. Here, the PS5 drops frames regularly during demanding encounters and during some less challenging fights as well. The overall frame-rate fluidity is lower than Series X by a good margin and actually feels a bit lower than Series S. Most gameplay still flies by at 60, but it's definitely in the 50s more often than I'd like to see, especially considering the impeccable performance of its Microsoft counterpart. But unlike Series S, the PlayStation consoles don't tear at the top of the screen when they do drop frames. A much reduced resolution, impacted performance, lower quality RTGI, pared back shadows, more intrusive VRS artefacts and more separate Xbox Series S from the Series X version. Click on the images for higher resolution. PS5 Pro is a fairly straightforward upgrade over the base console. Expect a more-or-less total match in visual settings with PS5, with identical tweakables across both machines. That's not necessarily a bad thing, though some selective settings bumps might have been interesting. Instead, image quality gets boosted somewhat with a new 1800p target. It looks sharper than the PS5's 1440p target and the size of the VRS blocks is substantially reduced. More demanding scenes take you down closer to 1296p or so. TAA treatment appears similar to the other machines, so there's no PSSR or similar upsampling in effect here. This is one of the less exciting Pro upgrades we've seen in recent triple-A fare. Frame-rates are generally good here, with a stable 60fps in most content. But those two particularly challenging combats still provoke minor frame-rate dips, which is not ideal. It's no major concern, and performance is better than PS5 by a good margin, but Series X remains king. Doom: The Dark Ages didn't make the best first impression on me. The game strips out the double jump and double dash from Eternal, which can make it feel less dynamic and exciting. There was something so delightful about the movement tech in Eternal that doesn't really translate to Dark Ages, and it takes some time to adapt to the new reality. Plus, the first few missions dole out new tech and weapons at a slow pace, but after a few hours practising the blocking and parrying paradigm, Dark Ages proves a highly satisfying game in its own right. Blocking feels fairer than trying to simply evade every enemy attack, which doesn't provide the same intuitive feedback. Many combat elements return from Eternal, but more of the basic combat tech has been made universal - like the new shield bash ability, which replaces the Super Shotgun hook from Eternal. I'd also say that the moment-to-moment combat is some of the absolute best in any modern single-player FPS - and it takes place in more open levels with good variety in enemy encounters, which is a nice break from the arena-focused, wave-based combat of the two prior Doom titles. Based on my history with the series, I can easily imagine spending dozens and dozens of hours with this game. Our PC-focused coverage will appear in due course but impressions to date strongly suggest that the console versions are in relatively solid shape. Visual features are good across the board and image quality is reasonable on everything bar Xbox Series S. Performance is a little odd, insofar as every machine but the Series X seems to suffer from substantial dips in more challenging fights though 60fps is still achieved the great majority of the time. Series X also crashed at one point, and I ran into a bugged checkpoint at one time on Series S that required a level restart. Those aren't big issues and generally Dark Ages is a really satisfying experience on PS5 and Xbox Series, but there are some issues that do warrant patching. Overall, Doom: The Dark Ages is a superb shooter that is well worth your time on console systems, minus some small current quirks, and I'd rank it as one of the best action experiences I've had in recent years.

You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here The Nintendo Switch 2 launch period houses two extremely exciting games: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. While some have criticised the unreleased titles for looking similar visually to original Switch games, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has said that making the games for the older handheld would be simply impossible.  With Mario Kart World featuring a massive open world with dense traffic in a number of zones and Donkey Kong Bananza being a physics-filled playground, both of these games would bring the OG Switch to its knees. However, there are still doubters.  Nintendo president pushes back Switch 2 doubters  In a recent earnings call, the same one where Nintendo revealed its record-breaking predictions for Switch 2 launch sales, Furukawa pushed back against investors doubting the hardware of its new handheld.  “[The] hardware processing performance [of Nintendo Switch 2] has become necessary for software developers to realize one of Nintendo’s most important goals: proposing new ways to play,” the president said in a translated comment.  Furukawa explained that the new handheld may not “seem like much of a change on the outside” but “in reality both the hardware and peripherals have been developed from scratch.” While the Switch 2 hardware had been met with a number of detractors since its reveal, especially with the reveal of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, Furukawa explains that both of those games “could not be realized” with the power of the original handheld.  The Nintendo Switch 2 has proven itself to be a major upgrade already with games like Hogwarts Legacy gaining previously next-gen only features on the new machine. Additionally, games like Cyberpunk 2077 are now possible on the system alongside real-time ray-tracing and DLSS.  There are still major limitations to the console. After all, it is a very slim handheld, and games like the upcoming Star Wars Outlaws port look quite rough in their current state. However, the most exciting part of any Nintendo device is what Nintendo is able to get out of it, and they’ll certainly get a lot out of it.  Subscribe to our newsletters! By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime. Share

Even a casual search for the best grills can surface an overwhelming number of bulky options and an equally overwhelming number of questions: What type of temperature control are you looking for? Do you have a natural-gas setup? How many BTUs are you working with? Suddenly, getting your outdoor cooking situation set up has become pretty complicated.But if you, like us, are more are more of a casual BBQ enthusiast who hopes the grill you’re firing up is more of a lightweight looker than a leviathan grilling machine, we’re here with a few recommendations based on a slightly different set of standards: first and foremost style, followed by functionality, size, and price—only three options on the list top $500. Pair these with some beautiful outdoor furniture to complete your setup, learn how to clean them up post-feasting, and you’ll be one step closer to ultimate grillmaster status.Our Top Picks for the Best Grills:Best Pellet Smoker: Traeger Grills Pro 575 Wood Pellet Smoker, $800The Budget Pick: Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill, $99Most Retro Option: Kenmore 3 Burner Compact Liquid Propane Gas Grill, $400A Classic Charcoal Grill: Weber Original Kettle 18-Inch Charcoal Grill, $129A Discreet Portable Grill: Cuisinart Venture Portable Gas Grill, $200 $168For Sleek Style: Nexgrill 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill, $320Most Stylish Tabletop Design: Mon Oncle Tabletop BBQ, $495Browse by CategoryGas GrillsGas grills are a fast-heating variety that typically run on propane, though some can be converted to run on natural gas (not recommended for an apartment or a rental). That means you’ll have to keep an eye on your propane levels and be prepared to stock up before any party. Gas grills are convenient and allow for slightly more control over temperature and cooking style than a charcoal grill, but they’ll lack that smoky BBQ flavor.Best Gas GrillNexgrill 4-Burner Propane Gas GrillThe full stainless-steel finish makes this high-rated, heavy-duty Nexgrill a sleek contender. With an electric igniter, warming rack, ample cooking space, and built-in thermometer for even temperature control, it’s got solid beginner cred, as well as a compartment for hiding away a propane tank to maintain its streamlined design.A Cool Gas GrillEverdure by Heston Blumenthal Force GrillThe Everdure is the most expensive grill on our list, but it’s backed up with cooking chops. The hood shape promotes even, convection-like cooking, and each of the two burners is independently controlled. It boasts a five-minute preheat time and two types of cooking plates—one cast-iron and one standard grill—for varying styles. It’s also available in several shades to customize for your patio.Most Low-ProfileBlackstone 36 Inch Gas Griddle Cooking Station 4 Burner Flat Top Gas GrillIf you want to skip out on the grill hood and opt for something that won’t take up as much room, a flat-top griddle might be what you’re looking for. With foldable side shelves, tool hooks, a paper towel holder, and electronic ignition, it’s approachable and makes things easier without proving to be an eyesore.Charcoal and Pellet GrillsIf you’ve got a bit more patience and love the smoky flavor that comes with a charcoal grill, you’ll likely be rewarded with a lower price tag. Charcoal grills also tend to be smaller in size and are slightly more practical in terms of upkeep (no replacement tanks, no gas hookups). All you’ll need is a bag of briquettes and a few cooking accessories to get you on the road to grillmaster glory.Best Pellet SmokerTraeger Grills Pro 575 Wood Pellet Smoker and GrillTraeger grills are some of the most popular you can find on the market, and for good reason. Both stylish and sturdy, you can take your pick from a black and bronze finish. When it comes to the grilling ability, this Pro 575 edition is top-tier. Grill enthusiasts sing its praises for the straightforward assembly, WiFi connectivity to control it from afar, and versatility to grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and barbecue in one cooking appliance.A Campsite EssentialSnow Peak Takibi Fire & GrillIf you’d rather forego a campfire from scratch, this Snowpeak charcoal grill will be a worthy centerpiece for your next outdoor adventure. It’s perfectly portable thanks to its foldable design. Design enthusiasts will appreciate this: Aside from its good-looking stainless steel and modular silhouette, it is also a Good Design Award recipient for its unique structure, sturdiness, and ease of use.Classic Kamado GrillBig Green Egg Charcoal Kamado Grill and SmokerThe Big Green Egg might be a staple among the grilling community, but if you ask us, it’s just as cool for those who have an eye for design. One look at it and you’ll see that the grill lives up to its name style-wise. And in terms of quality, it gets high remarks for its heat and moisture retention.A Small-Size OptionChar-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill and SmokerJust looking at this will leave you craving some good brisket and barbecue. While it comes at a budget price and petite size perfect for a patio, this model prioritizes form just as much as function. The cooking area is big enough to cook a whole rotisserie chicken with indirect heat and comes with a convenient side shelf to keep cooking essentials within arm’s reach. All of it is encased in a barrel-style cooker that’s accented with quaint touches of wood so you won’t always be throwing the cover back over it when you’re done.Most Classic LookWeber Original Kettle 18-Inch Charcoal GrillIt’s called an original for a reason. Perhaps one of the most recognizable grills on the market, this classic model from Weber—a brand also known for their liquid propane Weber Genesis E-325 and Weber Spirit II—is functional in design at its affordable best. You can’t cook a whole hog on it (though it is available in a larger size and more colors), but it fits all of our design, space, and price criteria.Best Charcoal GrillWeber Performer Deluxe Slate Blue Outdoor Charcoal GrillAn upgrade on the Weber classic, the Performer Deluxe has several features that might be worth the extra investment, including an ignition button for lighting your lump charcoal, a built-in holder for the lid, and an automated cleaning system to spare you the effort.Tabletop and Portable GrillsMaybe you’re not looking to build a full outdoor kitchen, or you’re a fan of camping, tailgating, or the casual outdoor snack. That’s where these small-scale options come in handy.A Vibrant PickEverdure Cube Portable Charcoal GrillThis small but mighty portable grill boasts just as much versatility as it does style. It comes with an all-in-one design that includes a bamboo cutting board for food prep. Plus, its stainless steel cooking rack can leave seared steaks with grill marks just like a full-size barbecue. Round that out with a variety of neutral and vibrant colors to choose from and you’ve got a great cooking accessory to bring along for picnics, tailgates, and everything in-between.Most Discreet Portable GrillCuisinart Venture Portable Gas GrillWeighing in at 22 pounds, this tiny gas grill has several smart design features: a wooden lid that also acts as a cutting board, a handle with a rubber grip, and a porcelain-coated cooking surface for a quick clean.Most Modern LookBodum Fyrkat Mini Charcoal Outdoor GrillKnown for its minimalist, ergonomic French presses, Bodum also manufactures adorable portable grills with cheerful, bright red silicone handles and shiny chrome exteriors.Most Stylish Portable DesignMon Oncle Tabletop BBQ by Mermelada EstudioName a cuter dining companion than this charcoal-powered tabletop barbecue. It’s designed to be portable, folding up like a standard-size briefcase while looking like something from a Wes Anderson movie.Best Color OptionsWeber Lumin Compact Outdoor Electric Barbecue GrillAnother model from Weber, we like this portable, electric type of grill from the brand for the five different stylish colorways you can buy it in, but it’s a really quality machine as well—despite its smaller cooking area. It’s got high heat of 600 degrees Fahrenheit that allows you to sear, smoke, steam, or boil veggies, chicken, steak, and more—and then keep warm to serve buffet-style when you’re ready. Worried about cleanup? Never fear. There’s a front-access grease tray that makes it easy-peasy.

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Tripwire has remerged to bring co-op shooter fans everywhere - many of whom have waited years for a sequel to Killing Floor 2 - some major news about the release date of Killing Floor 3. Now, you may remember that the game actually had a March 25 release date for a while, before Tripwire suddenly took it off the calendar without providing a new date. Read more

When Nintendo announced price 80-90 euro for Mario Kart it was obvious that they went full evil.There is nothing "premium" about new Mario Kart, literally nothing, its still the exact same barebones 90's style power-up focused arcade racer. In the 90s on PC we had three new games like that every month because they are so easy and cheap to make, there was even Lego Racer which was free game for some time.So why Nintendo decided to slap super premium price on cheap product? Because they seen Mario Kart sells and they think if they know it will sell anyway they might as well turn price knob to 11.They dont care about anything but money now, so they are willing to milk fanboys dry. The obvious swan song was when they released "remake" of Mario vs Donkey Kong on switch for $60. Game that should be $10-$20 at most somehow is worth $60 according to nintendo just because its Mario.In the history books Nintendo will be seen as major reason why this industry died.

John Tsioris sold Instashop to Delivery Hero for $360 million. Nate Clarke took Tyme from startup to global digital bank. In this candid conversation at the StrictlyVC event in Athens, the two entrepreneurs open up about what drives them, how they’re choosing their next bets, and why they’re investing in ecosystems that others overlook.

TEMISTh, a French company specializing in heat exchangers, has partnered with Chinese metal 3D printer manufacturer Eplus3D to integrate the EP-M300 metal additive manufacturing system into its production process. The adoption of the EP-M300 technology allows TEMISTh to produce complex components more efficiently, reducing material waste and production times compared to conventional manufacturing methods. One key application of this technology is the DESOLINATION project, which integrates advanced heat exchangers into solar-powered desalination systems. “Combining TEMISTh’s expertise in heat exchanger engineering with the precision and stability of our metal 3D printer opens up new possibilities for advanced thermal management. This synergy will drive high-performance solutions that support economically viable decarbonization, redefining the future of energy-efficient industries,” said Martin Bizot, Account Manager at Eplus3D Tech GmbH. AM Capabilities of the EP-M300 System The EP-M300 system, which features a 300 x 300 x 450 mm build volume and dual 500W lasers, enables the production of lightweight components with internal geometries optimized for heat transfer. These components are designed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and verified through finite element analysis (FEA). The integration of AM has allowed TEMISTh to reduce material waste by up to 40% and cut production times in half compared to traditional methods. TEMISTh stated that the EP-M300 was selected for its dual-laser configuration, which improves build speed while maintaining precision. The system’s large build volume supports the production of modular, high-performance components. It is compatible with standard post-processing methods such as heat treatment and welding, allowing integration into existing manufacturing workflows. With post-treatment material density exceeding 99.9%, the EP-M300 also meets the part integrity requirements of industries such as aerospace and energy. EP-M300 in operation at TEMISTh production facility. Photo via TEMISTh. DESOLINATION Project Application The EP-M300’s capabilities are being applied in the DESOLINATION project, which combines Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) with advanced heat exchange systems to enhance desalination processes. The project involves managing heat transfer between supercritical CO₂ and a concentrated saline solution, which requires intricate internal geometries achievable only through AM. For this application, TEMISTh produced IN718 nickel-alloy heat exchanger cores using the EP-M300, achieving a 50μm layer thickness and completing the process in 130 hours. After post-processing, the components reached over 99.9% material density. The modular parts were subsequently welded into larger systems (up to 0.4 x 1.2 x 1.6 meters), which would be challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods. Heat exchanger printed by TEMISTh with EP-M300. Photo via TEMISTh. Performance tests under the project’s operating conditions confirmed the structural integrity and alignment of the printed parts with the simulated design parameters, indicating the potential of AM for full-scale thermal applications. Eplus3D’s Recent Milestones In January, Eplus3D marked a significant achievement with the delivery of over 100 “super-meter” metal LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) 3D printers globally. Nearly 40 of these systems, including the EP-M2050, EP-M1550, and EP-M1250 models, feature X, Y, and Z axes all exceeding one meter in length. These numbers highlight Eplus3D’s strong presence in the large-format, multi-laser metal 3D printing market. The company attributes its success to the increasing adoption of multi-laser technology in the metal additive manufacturing industry. At TCT Asia 2025, Eplus3D showcased the successful 3D printing of pure copper and copper alloys using red-laser technology. This development addresses the long-standing challenges posed by copper’s high reflectivity and thermal conductivity, which have traditionally hindered its processing in laser-based additive manufacturing. The newly developed process allows for the production of stable, high-performance, meter-scale copper alloy parts with long-cycle reliability, without the need for significant hardware modifications. This innovation is poised to benefit industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics, where copper’s unique properties are highly valued. Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards? Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content. Featured imageEP-M300 in operation at TEMISTh production facility. Photo via TEMISTh.