Bubble wrap-like material could help insulate glass windows

Only five millimeters of this experimental material called MOCHI can shield your hand from a flame. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. A well-placed window can brighten a room with natural light and offer scenic views of the outside world. Buildings consume around 40 percent of society's energy production, and much of that energy is wasted due to poor insulation in the winter and too much heat retention during the summer. Even the most eco-friendly windows inevitably add to this energy drain.