Hempitecture Receives $8.42 Million To Invest In a New Hemp-Fibre Processing Plant
Hempitecture of Jerome, Idaho, has obtained $8.42 million from the federal government. The Department of Energy granted the money as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America program. The Investing in America program aims to revitalise the infrastructure with clean energy. Its objective is to ensure effective collab
Ekolution Boosts Production of Hemp Building Materials with New ANDRITZ Fiber Processing Line
Swedish company Ekolution has opened a new fiber processing line at its factory in Malmö. The advanced system was developed by Austrian technology group ANDRITZ.  Ekolution is well reputed for their carbon-negative building materials. With this addition the company has ramped up its capacity to make eco-friendly hemp fibers and non-w
Hemp in Fashion – Not Only Zara and H&M, Even Luxury Brands Pouring Millions Into This
Did you know that the existence of hemp in fashion was first documented in the bronze age? That is nearly 5000 years ago. So would it be a switch to hemp or just a jump back to the old ways? Anyways, hemp is making waves in the fashion industry, promising a greener and more responsible […]
Plastic Pollutes For 500 Years, Hemp Packaging Decomposes In 6 Months
The durability and low cost of plastic has made it the preferred material for packaging. But it is the same durability that makes it persist in landfills for hundreds of years. Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing issues of our time. But what if nature offered us a solution out of this quagmire? […]
Top 10 Hemp Plastic Suppliers in the USA
Projections suggest that the global hemp bioplastic market will reach USD 290.7 million by 2031. The legalization of industrial hemp farming in the USA in 2018 is largely seen as the moment that could have altered the course of humanity for the better.  Hemp-based businesses in the USA have already started solving some of […]
5 Industries Already Using Hemp Plastic
If you’re a sustainability enthusiast, then you must have brainstormed ways to reduce plastic usage to save the planet. Back then, the message was clear: use less, waste less. The solution always seemed to be about giving things up—using fewer bags, skipping straws, and cutting down on convenience. But what if we didn’t have to
7 Reasons Hemp Plastic Is Perfect for Food Packaging
Plastic is everywhere.  From food wraps and drink seals to packed snacks, everything has plastic in one way or another.  But it’s also a major factor that is driving environmental degradation today.  Did you know that over 300 million tons of plastic are produced every year? Surprisingly, only 9% of this waste can […]
Guyana’s Hemp Industry Nears Launch as CEO Appointment Signals Regulatory Green Light
Zulfikar Mustapha, the Minister of Agriculture, has announced the imminent appointment of a CEO for the IHRA (Industrial Hemp Regulatory Authority). The CEO will be tasked with regulating the industry, including hemp’s use for clothes, food, fuel and other products. The announcement of the appointment has been long-awaited, following
Illinois Hemp Industry in Limbo as Delta-8 Regulation Bill Fails Amid Equity Concerns
News of the Illinois House Bill 4293, failing to pass in the state legislature as of January 2025 has spread like wildfire. The controversy isn’t contained in Illinois anymore. Hemp users and business owners have a genuine cause for concern since the bill could resurface in future legislative sessions. The bill was meant to enforce [&he
Explained – Why Industry Leaders Are Calling Hemp Plastic a Billion Dollar Idea
When you think about hemp, it’s easy to associate it with traditional uses like textiles or oils. But hemp isn’t just about that. A lesser-known way hemp is being used today is as a replacement for plastic – the troublemaker for the environment. Hemp plastic is an environment-friendly, sustainable, stronger and simply better
