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Hempire USA
by cinnes52
LEADER PROFILE
Sergiy Kovalenkov: “Doctor Hemphouse” builder
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Iwork on business development in different countries and also participate in developing new products.
What most interests you about hemp and hemp building and hemp growing and why?
Hemp is a fascinating plant which can provide humanity with thousands of products. What excites me is that almost anything can be made out of this agricultural crop. It’s a true lifesaver and I am happy to discover more new uses of hemp.
What was a win for your company in the past year?
We have signed on three big international projects in different continents of the world. We have received a grant for business development. Sergiy “Doctor Hemphouse” Kovalenkov, CEO / CTO Hempire USA, Civil Engineer, Hemp Builder.
What is something about hemp building/construction/processing you didn’t know a year ago?
I didn’t know that so many different companies are working on developing their own products. Also, I didn’t know that new materials and construction industry standards in the USA can be registered only once every few years.
What challenges does the hemp building industry face that it must overcome in the next five years?
Too much skepticism from the construction industry. Architects and builders sometimes don’t fully understand the entire potential of hemp-based products and therefore are afraid to use them. Costs of the materials and services are still too high, so the price has to come down to make a revolution.
Not enough biomass is available and not many hemp processing facilities are currently installed to cope with high demand and mass production/ construction.
Sergiy Kovalenkov, CEO/
CTO, Hempire USA
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Some of the best titles available to build your hemp building library
BEST BOOKS
About Hemp Building
BY JEAN LOTUS
As hemp building and construction gain more popularity across the world, it’s fortunate that some of the most experienced builders and researchers are willing to share their knowledge in the form of high-quality books.
NEW FOR 2022
50 Hemp Buildings: International Case
Studies - by Steve Allin
A comprehensive overview of 50 projects by hemp building pioneer Steve Allin, contains 350 illustrations and drawings of architectural examples of every kind to showcase the vast range of possibilities available when using hemp-based
materials for construction.
In the last 35 years, this unique material together with the systems that have developed from it has provided vital pointers to how buildings can become more energy efficient. Through lowering carbon emissions and promoting a healthier environment, hemp has a clear role to play in providing innovative solutions that lead us forward into a cleaner and more sustainable future. The book is 216 pages with 350 color images. Published by SeedPress, Ireland. Recommended retail price € 40.00 ISBN 978-0955110979 https://seedpress.ie
Build Beyond Zero: New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture - by Bruce
King and Chris Magwood
From promotional materials: In Build Beyond Zero, carbon pioneers Bruce King and Chris Magwood re-envision buildings as one of our most practical and affordable climate solutions instead of leading drivers of climate change. They provide a snapshot of a beginning and map towards a carbon-smart built environment that acts as a CO2 filter. Professional engineers, designers, and developers are invited to imagine the very real potential for our built environment to be a site of net carbon storage, a massive drawdown pool that could help to heal our climate. The book has 304 pages and 80 photos. Published by Island Press. Publication Date: June, 2022. Price: $45. ISBN: 9781642832112 https://islandpress.org
The HempLime
Handbook - by Hemp Eco Systems
This 95 page paperback is an overview of the world of natural building with hemp and lime as described by Swiss pioneer Jorgen Hempel, founder of Hemp Eco Systems. The well-illustrated book gives a summary of building with Hemp Eco Systems hemp hurd and lime binder mix, complete with charts for certifications and technical data. Published in 2021 and Available on Amazon for $29.99 ISBN: 979-8451002759
H is For Hemp -
by Maren Krings
This 500+ page luxury coffee table book features breathtaking photography of the industrial hemp ecosystem by Maren Krings, a German climate-change storyteller. To be printed on hemp paper, H is for Hemp is a visual encyclopedia of all things hemp. The book is due to be released in 2022 and will also include limited-edition printings. Published by Maren Krings Photography. Available at: marenkrings.com
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Hempcrete Art Studio/Home Office, Montgomery, TX. | Photo by Jean Lotus
