Soil remediation is the process of removing toxins to create healthy soil that supports a diverse microbial ecosystem, which in turn forms the base for every food chain on earth. Mycoremediation occurs when fungi are used instead of chemicals or bacteria to break down waste. It is a form of bioremediation, but isn't limited to purifying contaminated soil and groundwater with microbes.
Mycoremediation is a sustainable and efficient way to reduce waste. Sadly, it’s not widely known and is often misunderstood. This leads to it not being used much.
What Does Mycoremediation Do?
Mycoremediation breaks down harmful substances such as spilled toxins. This prevents them from harming humans and provides the soil with nutrients. This method can also break down substances that are bacteria resistant, for example, fragrance.
It is a cost-effective process that can even be used to clean up radioactive waste.
How Does Mycoremediation Work?
The process works when mushrooms break down waste for food. Mushrooms have special enzymes that they use for decomposition, and after the waste is broken down, they recycle the nutrients. These nutrients are made accessible to plants through a network of mycelium that extends deep into the soil.
Mushrooms Used for Mycoremediation
- Oyster Mushroom
- Shiitake Mushroom
- Phoenix Mushroom
- Turkey Tail Mushroom
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