Groundbreaking A.I. tool HempMARK™ to be released November 2024.

IND HEMP, ZASTI, and HEMI unveil A.I. tool HempMARK^™ to Boost Carbon Transparency in Industrial Hemp

On October 15, 2024, a pioneering partnership was formalized between IND HEMP, ZASTI, and the newly established Hemp Education and Marketing Initiatives (HEMI). The signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) solidified their shared commitment to advancing sustainability, education, and market expansion within the industrial hemp sector.

This strategic collaboration is set to revolutionize the industry by integrating innovative AI solutions, coordinated education, and comprehensive carbon accounting. At the heart of this partnership lies the Hemp Copilot, a generative AI platform engineered to deliver both general insights and detailed benchmarking data on sustainability, agronomic metrics, and economic performance across the hemp value chain.

Key features of the platform include:

HempFACTS^™: A module dedicated to public education.

HempMARK^™: A benchmarking tool that measures hemp’s environmental impact compared to conventional materials and ingredients.

Introducing HempMARK™

Slated for release in November 2024, HempMARK™ is an advanced AI tool developed by IND HEMP and ZASTI, offering exclusive access to HEMI members. This innovative platform enables in-depth comparisons between hemp and competing materials, showcasing hemp’s role as a carbon sink and its potential to transform sustainability metrics across various industries.

Future Innovations

Looking ahead, ZASTI is set to expand its portfolio of AI-driven tools for the hemp sector. Upcoming releases include:

A Cradle-to-Grave Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) calculator.

A Manufacturing Process Optimization Simulator.

Real-time Satellite Data Monitoring for transparent carbon credit validation.

These innovations aim to empower the hemp industry with actionable insights and real-time adaptability, supporting sustainable practices and driving carbon transparency.

Through a rigorous partner selection process, IND HEMP identified ZASTI as a leader in innovative carbon solutions. ZASTI’s use of generative AI offered a modern alternative to traditional, consultant-driven LCA models, enabling quick adjustments to input variables and real-time data analysis across the supply chain.

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About IND HEMP

IND HEMP is a primary hemp processor, utilizing both hemp grain and hemp fiber to meet consumer demands for raw materials, ingredients and finished goods. They bring a uniquely qualified perspective to the partnership, which has been built off years of interacting with farmers, to the tune of 30,000 acres, and meeting rigorous customer standards and specifications. They are a clear leader in the still nascent and developing industrial hemp supply chain and feel a collective effort like HEMI is absolutely critical for driving demand and consumer awareness. The legitimacy of the effort is showcased in the powerful tools Zasti has brought to the table. IND HEMP feels the industry at large will be better positioned to accurately communicate hemp’s potential, especially as more people are asking for more sustainably sourced and manufactured ingredients and materials.

About ZASTI

ZASTI is a carbon technology company that leverages artificial intelligence to assist businesses in achieving decarbonization and net-zero emissions goals. Their AI-powered platform, ATOM AI, enables organizations to assess, target, optimize, offset, monetize, and monitor their carbon footprints. ZASTI serves multiple sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals, providing tailored solutions to measure and reduce carbon emissions. In the agricultural sector, ZASTI’s expertise is demonstrated through their subsidiary, Zasti Agritech, which focuses on sustainable agriculture and watershed management. By integrating advanced analytics and AI, ZASTI empowers clients to make informed decisions that align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) values, thereby promoting sustainability and operational efficiency. 

About HEMI

The Hemp Education and Marketing Initiatives (HEMI) plans for industrial hemp to be a widely embraced biobased material and a favorite source of high-quality nutrition in the United States, trusted by consumers for its health benefits, reliability, and environmental sustainability.

To find out more on industrial hemp as well as both HEMI and HempMARK, visit hempinitiatives.org/Greenbuild2024