The conference, organised by Cogreen d.o.o., the Slovenian National Building and Civil Engineering Institute (ZAG), and the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodesy of the University of Ljubljana (UL FGG), brought together researchers, industry representatives, and educational stakeholders to explore the role of hemp-based materials in circular and sustainable construction.
The event highlighted the growing relevance of industrial hemp as a bio-based material with potential applications in low-impact and resource-efficient building systems.
ReBuilt Workshop Activities
The ReBuilt workshop focused on practical learning, innovation, and technical understanding of hemp-based construction materials.
Participants explored:
- Practical preparation and application of hempcrete
- Performance and characteristics of hemp-based insulation materials
- Analysis of hemp and natural materials using X-ray computed tomography
- CO₂ sequestration potential of mineral-based materials through carbonation
- Research applications in cement composites and innovative material development
The workshop supported stronger exchange between industry, research institutions, universities, and technical experts, strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration and applied learning.
Relevance for ReBuilt
Within the ReBuilt project, bio-based and circular materials such as hempcrete were recognised as important examples of innovation supporting sustainable construction systems.
The workshop also contributed to broader education and capacity-building efforts by engaging key stakeholder groups, including SMEs, investors, designers, architects, researchers, students, and public-sector representatives.
As part of the ReBuilt legacy, this initiative strengthened practical understanding of bio-based construction materials and supported knowledge exchange related to circular, low-carbon, and innovative building solutions across Central Europe.