What is Mycelium?
- Mycelium consists of branching filaments of fungi, forming its vegetative part.
- It is a renewable, eco-friendly biomaterial with fire resistance, strength, lightweight properties, and acoustic insulation.
How are Mycelium Bricks Made?
- Raw Materials: Husk, sawdust, and fungal spores are combined.
- Growth Process: The fungal network binds the material into a fibrous structure.
- Solidification: Within a few days, the material hardens into a lightweight brick.
Why Mycelium Bricks?
- Biodegradable & Sustainable – Reduces construction waste.
- Fire-Resistant & Insulative – Improves building safety & energy efficiency.
- Lightweight & Strong – Easy to transport and use in eco-friendly architecture.
- Lower Carbon Footprint – Can help the building sector reduce emissions.
(Source: The Hindu)
