Study: Shutting down nuclear power could increase air pollution
If reactors are retired, polluting energy sources that fill the gap could cause more than 5,000 premature deaths, researchers estimate.
Flow batteries for grid-scale energy storage
A modeling framework developed at MIT can help speed the development of flow batteries for large-scale, long-duration electricity storage on the future grid.
An interdisciplinary approach to fighting climate change through clean energy solutions
Principal Research Scientist Audun Botterud tackles a range of cross-cutting problems — from energy market interactions to designing batteries — to get closer to a decarbonized power grid.
Michael Howland gives wind energy a lift
The MIT assistant professor works to get more electricity out of renewable energy systems.
Helping the cause of environmental resilience
Assistant professor of nuclear science and engineering Haruko Wainwright believes environmental monitoring can empower citizens to make informed decisions about their energy and environment.
Minimizing electric vehicles’ impact on the grid
Careful planning of charging station placement could lessen or eliminate the need for new power plants, a new study shows.
Shrinky Dinks, nail polish, and smelly bacteria
High school students spend time at MIT building a low-cost fuel cell.
Working to make nuclear energy more competitive
Through research on high burnup fuels and improving the design of nuclear power plants, NSE doctoral student Assil Halimi is adopting a dual approach to addressing some of the industry’s toughest challenges.
3 Questions: Antje Danielson on energy education and its role in climate action
The MIT Energy Initiative’s director of education shares new initiatives aimed at preparing students to take an active role in solving the climate crisis.
Study: Carbon-neutral pavements are possible by 2050, but rapid policy and industry action are needed
Analyses show stakeholders of all levels must get involved in decarbonizing pavements to reach climate goals.
Using combustion to make better batteries
An MIT team is working to harness combustion to yield valuable materials, including some that are critical in the manufacture of lithium-ion batteries.
Preparing students for the new nuclear
MIT Leaders for Global Operations’ collaboration with the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering trains leaders for a rapidly evolving industry.
Responsive design meets responsibility for the planet’s future
Senior Sylas Horowitz tackles engineering projects with a focus on challenges related to clean energy, climate justice, and sustainable development.
To decarbonize the chemical industry, electrify it
Researchers urge industry and the research community to explore electrification pathways to reduce chemical industry emissions.
MIT scientists contribute to National Ignition Facility fusion milestone
Unique PSFC-designed spectrometer provides crucial data about the implosion that yielded an historic fusion energy gain.