MIT Climate CoLab, in collaboration with Nike, launches new materials competition
Materials Matter competition, inspired by MIT research, seeks innovations that could help transform the way we view, make, and use materials.
Materials Matter competition, inspired by MIT research, seeks innovations that could help transform the way we view, make, and use materials.
John Fernandez and his colleagues explore urban resource consumption to help guide the development of rapidly growing African cities.
Detailed climate simulation shows a threshold of survivability could be crossed without mitigation measures.
"2015 Energy and Climate Outlook" projects likely impacts of current policies and pledges on global climate, emissions, and energy mix.
Hundreds of millions sought for low-carbon research; advocacy for carbon pricing; a call to the alumni and beyond.
Institute-wide initiative aims to address environmental issues at all scales, from campuswide to worldwide.
Study finds pledges by top greenhouse gas emitters leaves little room for others; urges greater R&D.
Inaugural Solve conference concludes four days of talks, workshops, and discussions on global challenges.
System developed at MIT proves practical for remote communities.
With grant, Henrique Pombeiro will study how to improve energy efficiency in buildings.
Solar panel system wins $10,000 prize for technology that makes energy and water more accessible in the developing world.
Study of water filters used in Indian homes assesses suitability, scalability, and sustainability.
Leon Glicksman develops energy efficiency technologies and strategies for old and new buildings all over the world.
In a recent talk at MIT, David Konisky PhD '06 explains that the term "global warming" leaves many Americans cold.