BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conference 2

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In our Bio-economy and Bio-innovation conference series, we continue to talk about natural fiber plants by sharing in-depth information about industrial hemp. For detailed information about our conference series, panel's schedule and speakers, click here: • • https://bilimkoop.org/en/bioeconomy-b... • [00:00]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) This section introduces the second BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conference on natural fiber plants, specifically focusing on industrial hemp. • The conference will discuss cultivation, industrial usage, and economic and ecological value-add of industrial hemp. • There will be two sessions, with the first session covering hemp cultivation and processing, textiles and composites from hemp, and institutional research on hemp economies. • • [26:38]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) A project has been launched in Turkey to weave 100% hemp fibers into fabrics and scale up production to replace cotton and petrol-based fibers. • The hemp market is growing, especially in home construction and energy efficiency. • Hemp-based building materials are in increasing demand. • Hemp is a CO2-reduced product and can help reduce greenhouse gases. • There are developments in food production from hemp seeds, such as hemp honey. • • [53:17]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) The speaker discusses their journey with CBD and the realization that it can be used effectively in cosmetics without side effects. • The speaker started exploring CBD in 2018 after being invited to an exhibition in Italy. • They discovered that CBD has a deep and effective impact without side effects. • At an exhibition in Denmark, many people were interested in CBD for medical purposes rather than smoking it. • People in wheelchairs were specifically looking for a solution that could treat their disease without causing side effects. • • [01:19:54]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) Hemp has the potential to replace cotton as a more sustainable and less pesticide-intensive fiber in the textile industry. • Cotton is a thirsty crop that requires a significant amount of water and relies heavily on pesticides and herbicides. • Organic cotton, while a solution, cannot meet the global demand for cotton. • Investing in natural fibers like hemp can reduce the use of pesticides and herbicides in textile production. • • [01:46:36]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) The speaker discusses the importance of cultivating hemp and having processing plants nearby. • Cultivating hemp is important as it is currently more expensive than linen. • Farmers need to start cultivating hemp to meet the demand. • Processing plants should be located near the cultivation site to avoid unnecessary shipping. • European machinery cannot use Chinese yarn due to its fineness. • • [02:13:14]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) Building with hempcrete is a viable solution for the construction industry due to its insulation properties and fire resistance. • Building with hempcrete provides insulation against heat and cold. • The technical specifications of hempcrete convince architects and builders of its superiority over conventional insulation materials. • Hempcrete blocks do not catch fire easily and emit non-toxic fumes when they do catch fire. • • [02:39:53]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) The speaker discusses the importance of raising awareness about dangers and catastrophes, referencing the movie Don't Look Up , and mentions the need for further discussion in the third panel. • The speaker mentions that people tend to avoid trouble and problems, even if they are in the midst of a catastrophe. • They express the need to discuss these issues further in the third panel. • The speaker introduces John Aslan, a representative of Iraq in Turkey, and expresses interest in hearing about his work and its connection to hemp. • The speaker emphasizes the advantages of Aslan's work in terms of economic and ecological benefits. • • [03:06:32]( • BioEconomy and BioInnovation Conferen... ) The section discusses the role of project owners, corporates, and the public in addressing greenwashing and promoting corporate social responsibility reporting. • The standard helps project owners decrease carbon emissions and sequestrate carbon. • Corporates have a role in ensuring accurate reporting and avoiding greenwashing. • The public needs more information to understand greenwashing and criticize it. • There is a need for a regulatory market to create a signal for regulators to address climate change impact.

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