Global Ecovillage Network/Solution Library/Hempcrete
About the challenge
[edit | edit source]Hemp fibre mixed with lime produces a building material that insulates, locks up carbon and naturally controls moisture levels.
- To create ecological forms of construction.
Description
[edit | edit source]The stalks of hemp plants combined with lime have been used to create an ecological efficient wall structure that locks up carbon and provides good insulation and moisture control. A growing band of pioneers have built their homes with this promising and innovative construction that is now being seriously considered as a viable option by main stream housing providers.
Areas of impact
[edit | edit source]Ecology
[edit | edit source]- Green Building.
See also
[edit | edit source]- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOZzXYgl7-s
- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL04EC6FA57687CD4D
- http://www.hemp-limeconstruct.co.uk/hempcrete.html
| Authors | Ernesto Sun |
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| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Organizations | Global Ecovillages NetworkGEN Europe |
| Ported from | https://www.ecovillage.org/solution/hempcrete/ (original) |
| Cite as | Ernesto Sun (2025–2026). "Global Ecovillage Network/Solution Library/Hempcrete". Appropedia. Retrieved June 4, 2026. |