Abstract
In the current energy crisis, the focus on identifying ecosustainable solutions for the construction industry is growing significantly. The materials used, the assembly technologies and the labor force are the main costs that are found in the final price of a new construction or in the rehabilitation of the old buildings. However, the interest in reducing costs must be accompanied equally by the concern to reduce the impact of human activities on natural ecosystems. The paper presents a possible technical solution for making leveling screeds based on biodegradable plant material obtained from the stem of the hemp. Two variants of making the leveling screed using hemp shive as the basic material are presented. The results obtained were compared with two current variants of pouring the leveling screed, such as pearlitic screeds or expanded clay screeds. The aim is to provide technical information verified by laboratory tests to change the perspective on construction materials obtained from vegetable waste.