Micro Decortication Machine
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Micro Decortication Machine

This is an exciting development! Decortication is the process of separating hemp hurd (softer, inner part of stems) from bast, the tougher, more fiberous material. The process of decortication separates the two. In the past, one had to find a decortication facility, which might be 100s of miles away. Now, Latvian Kristaps Eglitis has created…

Introducing Hempopolis: A Market with a Mission
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Introducing Hempopolis: A Market with a Mission

At Hempopolis, our goal is to revolutionize the way we think about plastics. We’re committed to replacing fossil fuel plastics (FFPs) with sustainable, biodegradable alternatives made from hemp and other natural materials. Our mission is to create a platform that not only promotes eco-friendly products but also educates and empowers individuals to make a positive…

Imitation leather from industrial hemp: innovative and sustainable material for future car interiors
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Imitation leather from industrial hemp: innovative and sustainable material for future car interiors

Volkswagen has entered into a cooperation with the German start-up Revoltech GmbH from Darmstadt. The aim is to research and develop sustainable materials based on industrial hemp. These could be used as a sustainable surface material in Volkswagen models from 2028. The material made from 100% bio-based hemp uses residues of the regional hemp industry….

The History of Industrial Hemp in the United States: A Case for Revitalization through the Commodity Credit Corporation
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The History of Industrial Hemp in the United States: A Case for Revitalization through the Commodity Credit Corporation

Industrial hemp has played a pivotal role in the economic and agricultural history of the United States. From its use in rope and textiles during the colonial era to its critical importance during World War II, this versatile crop has proven its value time and again. Despite its many benefits, industrial hemp faced decades of…

Beautiful, eco-friendly and fire resistant: why architects are choosing walls made of hemp
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Beautiful, eco-friendly and fire resistant: why architects are choosing walls made of hemp

Sumptuously textured, carbon negative and just a bit more expensive, hempcrete is being increasingly used in eco-friendly building Michael Leung first came across hempcrete after a family tragedy. When his father-in-law died from asbestos-related mesothelioma, Leung, an architect, swore off using toxic materials in building. “When you go on a healthy building journey, inevitably you…

Five New Hemp Production Research Programs in the Works
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Five New Hemp Production Research Programs in the Works

The Hemp Research Consortium, a public-private partnership to advance science supporting a sustainable hemp industry (learn more here), has announced its first grants to foster hemp research. The Consortium and matching funders are providing a total of $1,119,198 to Cornell University, North Carolina State University, and the University of Kentucky to fund projects covering genetic…

Hemp Fields
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Why Hempopolis?

As the world increasingly looks for sustainable alternatives to reduce environmental impact, the need for bioplastics—derived from renewable sources like hemp—is more urgent than ever. Hempopolis steps in as an innovative solution to address this need, creating a dedicated platform that brings together suppliers, manufacturers, and consumers within the hemp and bioplastics industry. Here’s why…

CBD from Hemp Kills Mosquitoes, Inflicting 100% Mortality Rate on Pesticide-Resistant Insects
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CBD from Hemp Kills Mosquitoes, Inflicting 100% Mortality Rate on Pesticide-Resistant Insects

Hemp leaf extract rich in CBD was recently shown in a study to kill both species of yellow fever mosquito in their larval phase, including one that had developed insecticide resistance. The study demonstrates yet again how many different things hemp products can be used for, but unlike anything discovered so far, use as an…

Air pollution is a global problem, but scientists are investigating new materials that could help clean it up.
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Air pollution is a global problem, but scientists are investigating new materials that could help clean it up.

Tiny robots and AI algorithms could help to craft material solutions for cleaner environments Many human activities release pollutants into the air, water and soil. These harmful chemicals threaten the health of both people and the ecosystem. According to the World Health Organization, air pollution causes an estimated 4.2 million deaths annually. Scientists are looking…

Envisioning a Sustainable Future for Appalachia with Industrial Hemp
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Envisioning a Sustainable Future for Appalachia with Industrial Hemp

Two hundred years ago, Kentucky was the epicenter of US hemp cultivation.  There are a lot of surprising words in that sentence, but it’s true. The US has a long history with hemp that has largely been forgotten since the Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 politicized and criminalized the cultivation, distribution, and possession of this…