Sustainable Building
At Red Cloud Renewable, our Sustainable Building Program tackles the housing crisis on Pine Ridge with innovation, speed, and respect for the land. One of the ways we do this is by constructing durable, hexagon-shaped homes made from cellular concrete—a material that allows entire homes to be built in just a matter of weeks. These homes are designed to provide safe, efficient, and affordable housing solutions while setting a new standard for sustainable living on the reservation.
In addition, we work with Compressed Earth Block (CEB) construction, using natural materials from the land itself to build strong, beautiful homes and community structures. Together, these approaches bring immediate relief to the housing shortage while honoring a vision of resilience and self-sufficiency.
What makes this work truly transformative is the people behind it. Every project is built by local Native crews, most of whom join us with little to no prior construction experience. We provide them with comprehensive, hands-on training and certifications such as OSHA-10, equipping them with the skills they need for lifelong careers in sustainable building. This model doesn’t just create homes—it creates opportunity, empowerment, and pride within the community. By blending modern techniques with the strength of our people and the resources of the land, Red Cloud Renewable is building more than structures—we are building pathways to a stronger future for Pine Ridge.
CELLULAR CONCRETE
CELLULAR CONCRETE
South Dakota winters can be harsh, with below freezing temperatures, many people struggle to heat their homes.
The Hexagon homes are made with cellular concrete. Cellular concrete, also known as “foam-crete” is not only fire resistant but has extremely insulative qualities.
The thermal conductivity of cellular concrete is proportional to density - the lighter, the better insulation. This means that a 10 inch wall of 40 pounds of concrete will have the same insulating value as a brick wall three times as thick.
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For Questions or comments please email: dylan@redcloudrenewable.org