Hemp Concrete: Building a Sustainable FutureWhen it comes to sustainable building materials, hemp concrete, also known as hempcrete, has gained significant attention in recent years. This innovative construction material combines...
Hemp Hearts: The Nutritional Powerhouses You Need to Know AboutIn recent years, hemp hearts have gained significant attention in the health and wellness community. These tiny powerhouses are packed with...
How does the sustainability of hemp clothing compare to that of cotton clothing? When comparing the sustainability of hemp clothing to that of cotton, it's essential to consider several factors....
Green Gold for the Carbon Conscious
Richer soil-
Hemp is a cover crop, which means it is a plant that can be used during a crop rotation cycle to rejuvenate, and replenish the nutrients taken from soil depletion.
Read about Hemp for Soil Quality, the USDA's research on the cover crop.
Cleaner Water-
Hemp can detoxify drinking water and store harmful contaminants in its roots and tissue.
Read about Hemp for Water, a non-profit researching team studying how Industrial Hemp can clean water.
Cleaner Air-
Hemp purifies our air using photosynthesis. Hemp on average sequesters close to twice the amount of carbon dioxide as trees per acre.
Read about Hemp for Air, and the effect of CO2 on the greenhouse effect.
