Starting with Native Moss Species, Taiwan’s Only “Breathing Wall” Redefines Green Architecture — MOSSLEE Advances Corporate ESG Goals
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- May 9
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May 9th, 2025
Taiwan’s Moss Diversity Powers the Nation’s First “Living Moss Wall” — MOSSLEE Leads a Green Building Revolution
With around 23,000 moss species globally, Taiwan stands out with over 1,500 species, thanks to its unique geography and climate. Among these, 300 are internationally recognized as rare, and 150 are endemic to Taiwan. The country boasts one of the highest moss densities in the world, surpassing larger nations like China, Japan, North America, and the UK. Moss—often overlooked—is not only a rich ecological asset but also a key to reimagining sustainable architecture.
In 2018, FENKO Catalysis Chamber launched the development of Taiwan’s first living moss wall, and by 2023, introduced the brand MOSSLEE, dedicated to utilizing native moss species to create green architectural systems with multiple benefits: air purification, ecological restoration, and therapeutic aesthetics.
Moss, one of the oldest land plants and the origin of forest ecosystems, is resilient, drought-tolerant, light-resistant, and antibacterial. Leveraging these natural traits, MOSSLEE integrates moss biology with spatial design and automated systems, resulting in Taiwan’s only vertical living wall made from native moss species—a true innovation in both green building design and ESG practice.
Cross-Disciplinary Innovation × Scientific Identification of Native Species × Sustainable Materials
Driven by a commitment to ecological harmony, MOSSLEE collaborates with Taiwan’s Endemic Species Research Institute under the Ministry of Agriculture to scientifically identify and cultivate native moss species from mid-to-low elevations, such as Fissidens nobilis and Ptychomitrium sinense. Using specialty fibers as the planting base and modular stainless steel frames that are waterproof, corrosion-resistant, acid-resistant, and fully recyclable, MOSSLEE has designed a soil-free, antibacterial, and weather-resistant living wall system. An automated climate control system ensures moss stability and growth. Unlike commonly seen “preserved moss” installations, MOSSLEE’s moss walls are truly alive—breathing, growing, and regenerating as part of a dynamic ecosystem.
The wall’s surface structure effectively captures PM2.5, heavy metals, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides from the air while releasing oxygen—making it a self-sustaining air purification system. It also reduces noise, regulates indoor humidity and temperature, and offers lush visual appeal and therapeutic benefits. Beyond aesthetics, the moss wall actively supports biodiversity, making it a model of ESG-aligned, net-zero, nature-integrated architecture.
A Tangible ESG Solution for Corporates: Advancing Toward 2050 Net-Zero Goals
As we move toward the 2050 net-zero emissions target, the role of architectural spaces is more critical than ever. In a recent collaboration, MOSSLEE was invited to install a living moss wall in the lobby of the Shang-Yang Tianhe development in Tainan, transforming the entryway into an immersive forest-like experience—“a mountain upon entering.” Coming home becomes more than just a return to shelter; it becomes the beginning of coexisting with nature. This installation is not only visually striking, but also reflects the developer's commitment to ecological sustainability and corporate ESG values.
“From the smallest spaces, the richest life can grow.”
The MOSSLEE moss wall is more than a green feature—it serves as a hands-on ecological system that encourages green education and family-friendly nature learning. It can be seen, touched, smelled, and even listened to, bringing sustainability into daily life through low-carbon, biophilic architecture.
Born from the aesthetic lab of FENKO Catalysis Chamber, the MOSSLEE team blends artistic vision with ecological functionality, working closely with architects and designers to advance urban green building practices and real-world transformation. Looking ahead, MOSSLEE remains committed to the cultivation of native moss species from Taiwan’s mid-to-low elevations, while also calling on industries and communities to join in the conservation and restoration of moss biodiversity—fostering a deeper symbiosis between human living environments and the natural world.
Source: Money Weekly
