Hemp-Lime Concrete: A Green Alternative to Conventional CMU Construction
Zusammenfassung
This literature research presents a
direct comparison between the hemp-lime concrete
usually known as hempcrete, and the commonly
used concrete unit blocks as an envelope building
material. As in the recent decades thee has been an
increased awareness of our impact in the
environment and the implications to the natural
resources, new construction methods and better
performing materials are becoming available to
improve our way of living while being
environmentally conscious. Since there is no such
thing as an environmentally perfect material,
product selection for green buildings is therefore a
process of evaluation and compromise, seeking the
best overall solution for a given program and
budget. Products and systems must demonstrate
reduced life-cycle energy consumption, increased
recycled content, and minimal waste products in
manufacture, construction, use, and demolition.
Key terms – Hemp Lime Concrete, Concrete
Masonry Units, Lime Binders, Portland cement.