One of the greatest Uses of Hemp is for construction, and it’s on the cutting edge of innovative, sustainable, carbon-negative building.
The future of construction is focused on carbon-negative building practices and materials. There is a demand, and need, for materials that are not harmful to the environment or contributing to climate change. Hempcrete is part of the solution.
Hempcrete is made from the woody core of the industrial hemp plant, which is then mixed with lime and water. There are several benefits to hempcrete. Hemp grows exceptionally fast, it can be cultivated in many different types of soil and climates, and it is fire, mold, and insect resistent.
Another benefit of hemp, is that it is a sustainable crop. It can be grown without pesticides, and it requires very little water to grow. It is top of the list as a negative-carbon contributor.
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