How to clean solar panels without water
A new cleaning method could remove dust on solar installations in water-limited regions, improving overall efficiency.
A new cleaning method could remove dust on solar installations in water-limited regions, improving overall efficiency.
MIT chemical engineers create affordable, sustainable soap-based system to eliminate emerging micropollutants in water.
Lincoln Laboratory leads a large-scale measurement campaign in New York City to improve air dispersion models and emergency protocols.
Study reveals why some attempts to convert the greenhouse gas into fuel have failed, and offers possible solutions.
Arlene Fiore uses satellite data paired with ground observations to refine our understanding of ozone smog and interactions with meteorology and climate.
Five new state and local government partners will work with J-PAL North America to develop rigorous evaluations of policies and programs related to environment, education, economic security, and housing stability.
Political scientist Nazli Choucri discusses challenges and hopes for global coordination on climate issues — and the role of political science in the process.
MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab researchers aim to design concrete mixtures that use AI to shrink environmental footprint and cost, while recycling byproducts and increasing performance.
New analysis could help identify optimal materials for the crisscrossing struts that bolster bridges, towers, and buildings.
Comparison of four oxidation-based cleaners suggests the devices produce their own pollutants and vary in effectiveness.
Modeling tool showcases emerging MIT Joint Program research focus on multi-sector dynamics.
Engineers have designed a relatively low-cost, energy-efficient approach to treating water contaminated with heavy metals.
The researchers hope scientists and regulators will consider a broader class of compounds in evaluating cancer risk due to PAH exposure.
MIT researchers have analyzed greenhouse gas emissions from future buildings across America and outlined region-specific solutions.
MIT researchers find emissions of U.S. buildings and pavements can be reduced by around 50 percent even as concrete use increases.