Cavity Wall Insulation is part and parcel of the British housing stock. We look at how biomaterials can help with the insulation problems that cavity walls have caused, such as dampness and mould.
The Ultimate Hemspan® Houses
Our projects re-define Net-Zero Homes, combining innovations in bio-construction materials with modern and elevated living.
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The Industrial Hemp Act in the US. How defining hemp will help the cause.
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It's a no-brainer! Graham Durrant has vast experience with hemp, and we were lucky enough to have him present his findings and learning at our CPD event. Here is a summary of his presentation.
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We were honoured to have the talented Jeremy Blake present at our CPD Day. His experience with and evident admiration for hemp radiated throughout. We hope you enjoy this summary.
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We've looked at rural-urban linkage now to shine a spotlight on agritourism. We look at how it reconnects people to the land while helping improve sustainability.
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Our increasing urbanisation has cut us off from the environment. We look at studies and see what we should do to reconnect our roots od survival.
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Hemp started with promising beginnings. As a versatile crop, hemp was used widely for sails, clothing, fishing nets, and much more. We explore the next chapter for this wonder plant.
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Flooding is an annual problem impacting everyone, from the plains of America and the farmlands of Europe to the inner cities of China. We look at the considered natural solutions.
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We're hosting our first hemp CPD event in collaboration with Margent Farm in the most picturesque surroundings. Read all about who will be presenting on the day.
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Is meat in our future? We look at how farming is adapting to climate change and the challenges it poses for the future.
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We look at how natural materials can benefit more than the construction industry. Natural materials can benefit farmers and communities, improving our health and, essentially the health of the planet.
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Could hemp be the solution to cooling down our homes and saving the planet? We take a look at a project in Ein Hod, Israel.
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Our home is our safe space, right? Think again! A closer look reveals a world of microplastics. We look at hemp as a natural solution to combating microplastics.
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Could we use hemp day-to-day? Can you recycle hemp? Is hemp an alternative to traditional wood-based functional products around the home? This week we find out!
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Regulation, bad press and stigma have plagued hemp for decades. We take a look at how this is changing and what's being done in the UK.
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We are so thrilled to be able to introduce Bio Board. The sustainable alternative to plasterboard is available now from the Hempsan® shop.
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Looking at the trailblazers in sustainable design. There are some great projects happening around the UK and Europe, and this week we look at a few that are leading the way.
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This week we look at the reasons that insulation matters. Price, comfort and health are all important factors when considering insulation.
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How we construct our buildings affects those who build them and the end-user. This week we look at how.
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This week we take a look at bast fibres, their benefits and properties. The modern age has been unkind to these crops, but a resurgence has begun.
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In this post, we look at the current soil situation and what we can do to regenerate it for the future.
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Futurebuild 2022 was a blast and confirmed that Hemspan's future is bright!
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We take a look at how fungi could play a role in enhancing hemp's already wonderful attributes.
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Ferrock™ Sustainable Collaborations. Exploring how sustainable materials can work together, becoming viable alternatives to traditional materials.
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We chatted with our design partner about our collaboration, the future of sustainable design and much more.