23 May 2024, 10:00 – 15:00 - Sophi Taylor Building, NIAB, Park Farm, Impington, Histon, Cambridge CB24 9NZ
About the event
There is a growing interest in bio-materials for construction, especially those that can displace C intensive materials. Paludiculture products, such as reed and typha, are already used in roofing, but have a wide potential. Other biomaterials such as miscanthus and hemp are also targeting opportunities for building materials. This workshop will create a conversation for interested people working on the development of biomaterials for construction (after the growing stage) to explore our common challenges and look for pathways that might take us all forward more rapidly.
This is a free ticketed event.
10.00-10.30 Arrival and introduction with teas and coffees
10.30-11.10 Market demand for biomaterials in construction, speaker from Natural Building Systems
11.10-11.50 Challenges getting from field to market, Jamie Bartley – Unyte Hemp
11.50-12.30 Certification – barrier or enabler, Joanne Booth, Business Manager - Construction
12.30-13.30 Lunch
13.30-15.00 Afternoon workshop
15.00 Closing remarks and depart
If you have any questions, please email jasmine.toole@niab.com.
