Japanese researchers just sent the world’s first wooden satellite to space, as reported by CNN. LignoSat, named after the Latin word for wood, was developed by Kyoto University and a company called Sumitomo Forestry.

Japan launched LignoSat, the first wooden satellite, to test eco-friendly materials for space en route to more sustainable space exploration.

In a groundbreaking leap for sustainable space exploration, Japan has launched the world's first wooden satellite, aptly named