Mycelium

Grown from mushroom roots, mycelium insulation is light, sturdy, and fully biodegradable — a glimpse into the future of building materials.

Supply chain in Ireland: Emerging

Characteristics

Advantages

Excellent acoustic insulation

Excellent thermal insulation

Grown from waste substrates

Low susceptibility to fire

Disadvantages

Sensitive to moisture if unprotected

Long production time

Limited load-bearing

Limited availability

Possible Building Elements