Intro When I first got involved in the hemp space back in 2009, I thought the hardest part would be convincing people that hemp was more than just a fringe idea. Fifteen years later, the conversation has shifted — now we’re talking about supply chains, transparency, and the real bottlenecks that are holding hemp back …
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I saw this in Instagram, and it triggered me to write this. A conversation at Burning Man pushed me to look deeper. In 2009 I got deep into regenerative agriculture and permaculture. By 2015, I’d started Natural Materials Unlimited, a company focused on making products from bast fibers — hemp, linen, sisal, nettle, ramie, kenaf, jute, …
I’ve always loved going fast—planes, motorcycles, the roar of a V8. But over time, I started asking a simple question: what does all that speed actually cost? Not in dollars, but in fuel, efficiency, and sanity. This isn’t about guilt. It’s about curiosity, real-world numbers, and why sometimes the slow lane is the smarter move. …
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As the automotive industry continues to explore greener technologies, Volkswagen’s latest move to incorporate sustainable materials into its car interiors is particularly exciting. Partnering with Revoltech, a startup focused on eco-friendly materials, Volkswagen is looking to use Lovr, an imitation leather made from industrial hemp. This collaboration highlights the potential for innovation in the industry, …
Introduction I love the name Americhanvre. It’s a blend of “America” and the French word for hemp, “chanvre.” Fire resistance tests for hempcrete aren’t new, but this one is special. It focuses on a building style for residential codes, which is great for insurance. Fire resistance in building materials ensures safety and compliance with building …
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Fountain pens, hemp wick and straight razors I was shocked to find out that shaving cream was made from soap and didn’t need to come in a can!
Discover the art of creativity and invention—a journey where curiosity meets problem-solving. This exploration delves into how early experiences with MacGyver and Lego, combined with the challenges of everyday problems like a broken zipper or wet shoes, shape our inventive mindset. Learn how constraints fuel innovation and why nurturing creativity in children is crucial for fostering the next generation of inventors. Join me on a voyage through the essence of invention, from the mundane to the magnificent, and how it enriches our lives and the world around us.
A Journey from Grease to Green In a rapidly changing world, few stories resonate as deeply as the transformation that I had. From the grease-laden world of aircraft mechanics to the verdant fields of sustainable agriculture, my journey is a testament to the transformative power of purpose and passion. The Air Force is a realm …
Since there are more plants then I could ever imagine on the planet, these databases help to search for them! This will help to narrow down plants that can live where you live and more. Plants For A Future What an amazing database! Knowing about this database years ago for sure would have changed my …
There are thousands of books devoted to this subject. If you don’t know anything about plants but you want to know the bare basics this could be a good start for you. If you want more detail you will have to go to a book like I had in college: Botany: An Introduction to Plant …