3Q: Robert Armstrong on 10 years of energy research at MIT
MIT Energy Initiative Director Robert Armstrong shares perspectives on past successes and ongoing and future energy projects at the Institute.
Energy transition through aesthetics and culture
MIT Energy Initiative seminar examines the role of the humanities, design, and aesthetics in catalyzing a fairer, more diverse energy future.
A new way to harness wasted methane
Approach developed at MIT could help curb needless “flaring” of potent greenhouse gas.
3 Questions: Robert Granetz on fusion research
MIT research scientist is exploring how machine learning can predict and prevent disruptions in reactors.
MIT to host summit on climate leadership in northeast U.S., eastern Canada
Michael Bloomberg will deliver keynote address.
Research scientist Koroush Shirvan joins the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering
Assistant professor of nuclear science and engineering leads projects for developing accident-tolerant fuel and optimizing nuclear energy technology.
Shell executive describes inevitable transition to carbon-free energy
Harry Brekelmans says Shell has significant commitment to renewable energy, carbon pricing.
Kaylee de Soto: A game changer
Incoming freshman refreshes Plasma Science and Fusion Center outreach tools.
Researchers clarify mystery about proposed battery material
Study explains conflicting results from other experiments, may lead to batteries with more energy per pound.
Infinite Cooling wins Cleantech University Prize competition
Startup is meeting global environmental needs by changing the way power plants use water.
Transparent, flexible solar cells
Researchers develop a novel technique using graphene to create solar cells they can mount on surfaces ranging from glass to plastic to paper and tape.
Laying the foundation for new energy technology
Theoretical chemist Troy Van Voorhis probes big energy-related questions, scrutinizing electrons and chemical bonds to improve sustainable energy solutions.
3 Questions: The future of the electric utility
MIT Energy Initiative Director of Research Francis O’Sullivan reflects on current trends in the utility industry, as well as potential solutions to current challenges.
3 Questions: Angela Belcher and Kristala Prather on the promise of energy bioscience
Engineers and co-directors of MITEI's Energy Bioscience Low-Carbon Energy Center discuss their vision for transforming the energy system.
Bolstering public support for state-level renewable energy policies
Analysis shows the design and framing of renewable energy policies can strengthen public support — or opposition.