Innovation, Investment & Industry Momentum
Organised by the Australian Hemp Council (AHC) in partnership with La Trobe University at the AgriBio Centre, this was the second national forum, bringing together growers, builders, architects, investors, and researchers to chart the future of iHemp fibre in Australia. Here’s a look at some of the standout moments and why they matter:
Key Highlights
1. Sustainable Building Innovations
A major focus on hemp as a low‑carbon construction material, ranging from hempcrete foundations to insulation and panel systems .
2. Carbon‑Sequestration Tracking Tools
Winton Evers of Eco Profit unveiled a “Hemp Data Platform,” enabling real-time tracking of carbon sequestration throughout the supply chain, paving the way for future ACCU eligibility.
3. Investment & Pitch Opportunities
Investor ecosystems and crowdfunding approaches were presented, and 4 companies provided their “Prospectus Pitch,” presenting investment-ready hemp innovations to a panel of industry leaders and investors.
4. Panel Discussions & Interviews Available
The Australian Hemp Council has published video highlights and speaker interviews online, offering insight into delegates’ experiences and views on industry growth.
Hemp-Connect Forum by the Australian Hemp Council (AHC) • Business Sponsor: Hemp Building Directory • Videos and stills by Environmentarian
Why This Matters
Industry Unity: Fostering collaboration was a major focus of this Australian Hemp Council interdisciplinary forum, bridging agriculture, construction, finance, and research.
Towards Carbon Markets: Demonstrated significant movement towards tracking hemp’s role in carbon credit systems.
Commercial Readiness: The pitch platform showed emerging hemp products are investment-ready and scalable.
Stay Connected
Watch the highlights: Short videos featuring key speakers and participant feedback are now live on the Australian Hemp Council’s website and social channels.