‘Hybrid’ nuclear plants could make a dent in carbon emissions
Combining nuclear with artificial geothermal, shale oil, or hydrogen production could help slow climate change, study shows.
Innovation in renewable-energy technologies is booming
New study shows that research investments and growing markets have fueled a huge rise in new patents.
Study: Ethanol not a major factor in reducing gas prices
MIT economist finds that biofuels, contrary to claims, do not meaningfully affect what drivers pay at the pump.
An entrepreneur aims to work in Africa
Graduate student Sarah Dimson is hatching plans for renewable energy and affordable housing in Tanzania.
New rechargeable flow battery enables cheaper, large-scale energy storage
Design may support widespread use of solar and wind energy.
MSMS student taps MIT Sloan to power energy research
As a student in the Master of Science in Management Studies program, Vikalp Sabhlok examines ways to improve energy distribution systems in developing countries.
Cleaner energy, warmer climate?
MIT researchers explore the possible consequences of expanding biofuels.
The case for optimism about a renewable energy future
Researcher Eric Martinot presents findings of two-year project at campus event
At MIT, Gov. Deval Patrick highlights clean-energy achievements
Earth Day talk details Massachusetts’ accomplishments since the governor’s MIT speech five years ago, and outlines new goals.
Wind power — even without the wind
Innovative storage system could enable offshore wind farms to deliver power whenever it’s needed.
Creating tomorrow's home: 'Soft' but resilient
MIT-led team’s award-winning housing design unveiled as part of 21st-century model for sustainable urban development
Michael Liebreich sees shift to cleaner energy as inevitable
Chief executive officer of Bloomberg New Energy Finance says clean energy will eventually be the norm.
Growing population will increase global climate challenges
MIT report shows China and developing nations will come to dominate emissions that promote climate change