Why Japan is launching world's first wooden satellite into space

While most satellites launched into Earth's orbit are large and made of metal, Japanese scientists are carving a new path with their plan to launch the world's first wooden satellite, which is no larger than a small box.

It is planned to be launched this summer and is putting the spotlight on sustainability, even in outer space.

Eric Sorensen explains how and why they are conducting this unusual experiment.

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