 Advancements in chemical, medical, cosmetic and plastic producing industries have had positive impacts on agriculture, health and human life in general. However, these advancements have also resulted in the release of large amounts of chemicals into the environment, often with detrimental consequences for ecosystems. One way to combat this pollution is through bioremediation, a process whereby microorganisms such as fungi degrade contaminants. Fungi are especially effective at breaking down complex organic compounds, making them ideal candidates for remediating environmental pollutants. Terrestrial fungi have been studied extensively in relation to micro-remediation, but there is growing interest in the potential of fungi to remediate pollutants in aquatic environments. This paper will compare terrestrial and aquatic fungal taxa and their roles in micro-remediation. It will also explore how fungi can be used to break down pesticides, pharmaceuticals, plastics and heavy metals, as well as discussing potential applications of micro-remediation in real-world scenarios. This article was authored by Annika Vaxma, Simon Guerrero Cruz, Puja Ghosh and others.