A large mushroom farm near Nairobi produces mycelium for building materials, creating mushroom-based panels that are more sustainable and affordable than traditional bricks. MycoTile, the company behind the innovation, combines mycelium – the root component of the fungus – with natural fibers to create insulation and decor. The approach could help address the housing crisis in Nairobi, where many live in informal settlements. (AP video by Desmond Tiro)
A mushroom farm in Kenya and mushroom-based panels offer hope for sustainable construction
