Uniting voices for a greener tomorrow with hemp solutions
We bring together communities, legislators, nonprofits, businesses, and individuals to create a unified approach toward sustainable decision-making. By fostering collaboration and driving consensus, we empower climate action and develop policies that not only benefit the environment but also strengthen local economies.
Together, we can turn shared goals into impactful actions that pave the way for a greener, more resilient future.
Vision: Empowering Communities for a Sustainable Future
We envision a world where financial sustainability is at the forefront of environmental initiatives. Empowered communities and stakeholders will work hand-in-hand to shape policies that are equitable and foster prosperity and sustainability for all. Our goal is to create a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive while contributing to a healthier planet.
Our mission is to unite a diverse array of stakeholders, including community members, businesses, and policymakers, to drive impactful and sustainable change. We focus on collaborative decision-making and legislative advocacy for climate action, economic equity, and environmental justice, ensuring that every voice is heard in the pursuit of a more sustainable future.
Collaboration
We unite diverse voices to achieve shared goals for environmental sustainability and social equity.
Equity
We include all communities, especially the underserved, in decisions and ensure they benefit.
Accountability
We and our partners are responsible for creating a transparent and measurable impact.
Sustainability
Every action we take is designed to protect and preserve the planet for future generations.
Innovation
We adopt cutting-edge solutions to address environmental challenges and advance sustainability.
2024
The initiative aims to insulate 2 million homes in New York using industrial hemp by 2030, which is expected to sequester approximately 7 million tons of CO2. This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and combat climate change through innovative building materials.
Hemp Insulation Initiative
Empowering Community Engagement
2024
The Build Green Now team hosted agricultural students from Morrisville for tours of the Hemp House, to show a retrofitted house as inspiration for the use of industrial hemp.
2023
Road Trip to Buffalo: The team of Build Green Now visited Providence Farms to learn about funding challenges for immigrant farmers growing food and hemp.
Empowering Community Engagement
Cornell Field Day
2023
Collaborative Events: The Build Green Now team participated in Cornell Field Day, emphasizing agricultural education and community engagement.
2023
Networking: Henry Gage, Jr. met with Jen Metzger at SUNY New Paltz, highlighting partnerships for local sustainability efforts.
Empowering Community Engagement
Legislative Innovation and Market Growth
2023
Collaborating with New York State county leaders to promote equitable solutions for Industrial Hemp.
2023
Build Green Now's work was featured in Hudson Valley Magazine, highlighting our contributions to promoting hemp solutions.
Bright Ideas - We Got Attention - February 2023
Advancing Hemp-Lime into Building Code at ICC
2022
Building Code Advocacy: Dr. Sally and Henry Gage, Jr. presented Hemp-Lime insulation for inclusion in the International Building Code as Non-Structural Insulation.
2022
The USHBA 11 team, including Build Green Now Henry Gage, Jr and Dr. Sally Warren, successfully presented at the International Code Council for the inclusion of Hemp-Lime non-structural building material into international building code.
Advancing Hemp-lime in residential housing 2022 with approval (ICC)
Advancing Hemp-Lime spray-applied insulation training
2022
Hemp-Lime spray-applied insulation application certification training with Americhavra.
2022
Community Awareness: Featured Jack Herer’s book at the Woodstock Show (2022), highlighting hemp's historical significance.
Advancing Hemp Awareness
Advancing Hemp Legislation
2022
Collaborative Efforts: Engaged with local leaders to establish an industrial hemp processing facility supporting farmers and the supply chain.
2022
East Coast Meeting of Agricultural and Marketing Commissioners, Build Green Now team Henry Gage, Jr. and Dr. Sally Warren met with National Hemp Association’s Executive Director and Hemp Exemption partner Erika Stark and NY Commissioner Ball.
Meeting East Coast Commissioners of Ag and Markets
Pioneering Sustainable Construction
2021
In 2021, Build Green Now completed New York's first hemp-lime retrofit, significantly advancing sustainable construction practices. We improved insulation by pouring hempcrete into wall cavities and actively promoted the integration of hemp-based materials into building codes.
2021
Advocacy for Hemp-lime insulation, demonstration of versatile unplastered wall.
Hemp-lime insulation with cement dye
Pioneering Sustainable Construction
2020
Innovative Process: Removed old plaster and poured hempcrete into wall cavities, enhancing insulation and indoor air quality.
2020
Hemp House Construction: The commencement of construction of a hemp house demonstrates the practicality of industrial hemp as a sustainable building material.
Hemp House Construction
Applying for Building Permit for the Hemp House
2019
Building Permit and Inspections: Henry Gage, Jr. received the building permit for the Hemp House to redo the plumbing and electrics and showcased the hempcrete insulation in the Hemp House to the Building Director.
Hemp Insulation Initiative
2024
The initiative aims to insulate 2 million homes in New York using industrial hemp by 2030, which is expected to sequester approximately 7 million tons of CO2. This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and combat climate change through innovative building materials.
Empowering Community Engagement
2024
The Build Green Now team hosted agricultural students from Morrisville for tours of the Hemp House, to show a retrofitted house as inspiration for the use of industrial hemp.
Empowering Community Engagement
2023
Road Trip to Buffalo: The team of Build Green Now visited Providence Farms to learn about funding challenges for immigrant farmers growing food and hemp.
Cornell Field Day
2023
Collaborative Events: The Build Green Now team participated in Cornell Field Day, emphasizing agricultural education and community engagement.
Empowering Community Engagement
2023
Networking: Henry Gage, Jr. met with Jen Metzger at SUNY New Paltz, highlighting partnerships for local sustainability efforts.
Legislative Innovation and Market Growth
2023
Collaborating with New York State county leaders to promote equitable solutions for Industrial Hemp.
Bright Ideas - We Got Attention - February 2023
2023
Build Green Now's work was featured in Hudson Valley Magazine, highlighting our contributions to promoting hemp solutions.
Advancing Hemp-Lime into Building Code at ICC
2022
Building Code Advocacy: Dr. Sally and Henry Gage, Jr. presented Hemp-Lime insulation for inclusion in the International Building Code as Non-Structural Insulation.
Advancing Hemp-lime in residential housing 2022 with approval (ICC)
2022
The USHBA 11 team, including Build Green Now Henry Gage, Jr and Dr. Sally Warren, successfully presented at the International Code Council for the inclusion of Hemp-Lime non-structural building material into international building code.
Advancing Hemp-Lime spray-applied insulation training
2022
Hemp-Lime spray-applied insulation application certification training with Americhavra.
Advancing Hemp Awareness
2022
Community Awareness: Featured Jack Herer’s book at the Woodstock Show (2022), highlighting hemp's historical significance.
Advancing Hemp Legislation
2022
Collaborative Efforts: Engaged with local leaders to establish an industrial hemp processing facility supporting farmers and the supply chain.
Meeting East Coast Commissioners of Ag and Markets
2022
East Coast Meeting of Agricultural and Marketing Commissioners, Build Green Now team Henry Gage, Jr. and Dr. Sally Warren met with National Hemp Association’s Executive Director and Hemp Exemption partner Erika Stark and NY Commissioner Ball.
Pioneering Sustainable Construction
2021
In 2021, Build Green Now completed New York's first hemp-lime retrofit, significantly advancing sustainable construction practices. We improved insulation by pouring hempcrete into wall cavities and actively promoted the integration of hemp-based materials into building codes.
Hemp-lime insulation with cement dye
2021
Advocacy for Hemp-lime insulation, demonstration of versatile unplastered wall.
Pioneering Sustainable Construction
2020
Innovative Process: Removed old plaster and poured hempcrete into wall cavities, enhancing insulation and indoor air quality.
Hemp House Construction
2020
Hemp House Construction: The commencement of construction of a hemp house demonstrates the practicality of industrial hemp as a sustainable building material.
Applying for Building Permit for the Hemp House
2019
Building Permit and Inspections: Henry Gage, Jr. received the building permit for the Hemp House to redo the plumbing and electrics and showcased the hempcrete insulation in the Hemp House to the Building Director.
Together, we drive sustainability, policy advocacy, and innovation, advancing community-led climate action and systemic change.
Build Green Now I, Inc.
501(c)(3)
Green Bill Lobbyist, Inc.
501(c)(4)
Voices For Progress
501(c)(6)
MaayaData, LLC
(For Profit)
Hempsulation, LLC
(For Profit)
Founder - Build Green Now
Vice President - Build Green Now
Director of International Outreach - Build Green Now
Director Mentoring - Build Green Now
Director at Large - Build Green Now
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