Mycelium

The mycelium network, a subspace fungus network spanning the entire universe, was given a lot of attention in Star Trek: Discovery. It sounds completely insane, but it is, of course, based on the actual mycelium network that exists on Earth, not in outer space. And mycelium is actually quite amazing.

We frequently experience the advantages of fungus because it gave us penicillin. We eat both excellent cheeses and common mushrooms. The ramifications of what fungus can accomplish are astounding, though. A significant one is as a building material.

Today, 8% of CO2 emissions are caused by concrete. Mycelium and agricultural waste, such as corn husks, are combined to create mycelium bricks, which are equally strong and inherently fireproof. They also self-heal and generate a great deal less waste. Additionally, if you ever need to demolish a building, they are biodegradable. In addition, fungi can consume plastic, as we already discussed, and even consume nuclear waste, cleaning up harmful waste materials.