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Hemp Growing & Bio-Construction Partner

BIOFIBER
INDUSTRIES

From seed to structure. Biofiber Industries grows industrial hemp, processes it into hempcrete blocks, insulation batts, foundation slabs, and bio-finishing materials — supplying every interior and structural hemp system across both SLC flagship projects.

Carbon Negative
Material Lifecycle
4 Product Lines
Hempcrete · Insulation · Foundation · Finishing
100%
Interior Insulation Coverage
Both Projects
Friends of Family + CE Hub

Their Role

THE LIVING
BUILDING MATERIAL

Biofiber Industries is the SLC's bio-construction partner — the company that closes the loop between the land and the buildings that stand on it. By growing industrial hemp adjacent to the SLC site and processing it into a full suite of construction materials, Biofiber Industries makes it possible to build structures that are not just sustainable, but actively regenerative.

Hempcrete is one of the only building materials that continues to sequester carbon after installation — the lime binder slowly mineralizes the hemp hurd over decades, turning the walls themselves into a carbon sink. Every hempcrete block placed on the SLC site is a long-term investment in the health of the land, the air, and the community.

All interior insulation work across both the Friends of the Family Tiny Barn House and the CE Hub S.T.R.E.A.M. Center will be completed exclusively with Biofiber hemp materials — from the foundation slab to the ceiling cavity, creating a fully bio-integrated building envelope.

Hemp Cultivation

Industrial hemp grown on SLC-adjacent land, harvested and processed on-site

Hempcrete Block Production

Hemp hurd + lime binder blocks for structural walls on both flagship projects

Hemp Insulation

All interior wall, ceiling, and floor cavities insulated with hemp batts

Foundation & Finishing

Hemp-lime foundation slabs and bio-plaster interior finishing throughout

Product Lines & Scope

FOUR WAYS HEMP
BUILDS THE SLC

Every product line is sourced from the same hemp grow operation and processed into a distinct construction system — creating a vertically integrated bio-construction supply chain that keeps value within the SLC ecosystem.

Hempcrete Blocks

Biofiber Industries grows, harvests, and processes industrial hemp into hempcrete blocks — a carbon-negative composite of hemp hurd (shiv), lime binder, and water. These blocks form the primary structural and insulating wall system for both SLC flagship projects.

  • Carbon-negative material — sequesters CO₂ throughout its lifespan
  • Thermal mass properties reduce HVAC load by up to 70%
  • Vapor-permeable — eliminates mold and moisture buildup
  • Fire-resistant and pest-resistant by nature
  • Custom block sizing for both container and barn construction
  • On-site batch production capability for the Green Build Party

Hemp Insulation Batts

All interior walls, ceilings, and floor cavities across both the Friends of the Family Tiny Barn House and the CE Hub shipping containers will be insulated with Biofiber hemp insulation batts — replacing fiberglass and foam with a fully biodegradable, non-toxic alternative.

  • R-value of 3.5 per inch — comparable to fiberglass
  • Non-toxic, no VOCs, no formaldehyde binders
  • Acoustic dampening properties for the A/V Studio rooms
  • Moisture-wicking — maintains performance in humid climates
  • Fits standard 2×4 and 2×6 stud cavities
  • 100% biodegradable at end of building lifecycle

Hemp Foundation Slabs

Biofiber Industries supplies and installs hemp-lime foundation slabs as an alternative to conventional concrete where site conditions allow — reducing the embodied carbon of the foundation system and integrating seamlessly with the hempcrete wall system above.

  • Hemp-lime composite poured over compacted gravel base
  • Thermal break between ground and living space
  • Compatible with radiant floor heating integration
  • Reduces foundation embodied carbon by up to 60% vs. conventional concrete
  • Curing time: 28 days to full structural strength
  • Applied to EcoVillage structures and Micro Eco Studio

Interior Bio-Finishing

All interior finishing work across both projects — wall plaster, floor underlayment, and acoustic panels — will use hemp-based materials processed by Biofiber Industries, creating a fully bio-integrated building envelope from foundation to ceiling.

  • Hemp-lime plaster for all interior wall surfaces
  • Hemp fiber acoustic panels for the A/V Studio and Theater
  • Hemp underlayment beneath finished flooring in all rooms
  • Natural pigment finishing options for interior aesthetics
  • Breathable wall system eliminates need for vapor barriers
  • All materials sourced from the SLC-adjacent hemp grow operation

Cultivation Scope

FROM THE
GROUND UP

Biofiber Industries manages the full agricultural and processing pipeline — from planting and cultivation through harvesting, retting, drying, and material production. Their grow operation is designed to be documented by S.O.S as part of the SLC documentary series, turning the hemp supply chain itself into an educational asset.

The Green Build Party community construction events will include hands-on hempcrete mixing and block-laying demonstrations, giving community members direct experience with the material and creating a replicable model for bio-construction workforce development.

Cultivate and harvest industrial hemp on SLC-adjacent land
Process hemp hurd (shiv) for hempcrete block production
Process hemp fiber for insulation batt manufacturing
Maintain on-site retting and drying facilities
Supply lime binder and mixing equipment for hempcrete
Coordinate harvest timing with construction schedule
Document growing and processing for S.O.S documentary

Why Hempcrete

THE WALL IS THE
CARBON SINK

Unlike conventional concrete or fiberglass insulation, hempcrete improves with age. The lime binder continues to mineralize the hemp hurd for decades after installation — meaning the SLC buildings will be sequestering more carbon in 20 years than they do on opening day.

−60% Embodied Carbon
vs. Conventional Concrete
Foundation systems
Up to 70%
Thermal Performance
HVAC load reduction
500+ Years
Material Lifecycle
Documented hempcrete structures