The promise of transparent wood as a multifunctional energy material

Transparent wood has potential not only as a sustainable substitute for glass, but also as a multifunctional energy material whose value lies in the integration of diffuse light management, thermal insulation, mechanical load bearing and sustainability. Its widespread adoption will require application-driven design, realistic durability assessments and alignment with standards.

Full Article here: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41578-026-00901-x