Circular, Modular, Hemp Construction - Chloe Donovan - BS132

In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, we are joined by Chloe Donovan, founder of Natural Building Systems. She discuss the exciting potential of hemp and other bio-based materials in construction, how modular systems can reduce waste and speed up building, and the complexities of bringing sustainable solutions to market.Topics covered:Chloe’s journey from the voluntary sector to sustainable constructionThe origins of Natural Building Systems and its missionWhy hemp is such a powerful material for carbon capture and sustainabilityThe challenges of making natural materials commercially viableHow modular building systems can be reconfigured, adapted, and disassembledThe future of digital manufacturing and sustainability in constructionThe balance between affordability and sustainability in housingIf you’re interested in how we can rethink construction for a more sustainable future, this is a must-listen episode!Show LinksNatural Building Systems Website - https://naturalbuildingsystems.com/Dr Mike Lawrence - https://www.uos.ac.uk/about/get-in-touch/people-directory/research/mike-lawrence/Back To Earth - https://www.backtoearth.co.uk/Liner Free paper airtightness tape - https://www.backtoearth.co.uk/product/liner-free-paper-airtightness-tape-ampacoll-easy/Hempen - https://www.hempen.co.uk/IndiNature - https://www.indinature.co/Centre for high carbon capture cropping (CHCx3) - https://www.carboncapturecropping.com/Installershow - https://www.installershow.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The majority of homes currently being built are bad for the earth, the occupants and the builder’s health. Every fortnight, join Jeffrey Hart as he talks to designers, builders, makers, dreamers and doers. Exploring the wide world of sustainability in the built environment by talking to wonderful people who are doing excellent things. Whether you want to learn more about natural materials, are navigating your own self build, or just want to know that better alternatives are out there, this is the podcast for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.