Forming patches boosts bacterial life
By clustering, cells can work together to survive challenging environments, MIT researchers show.
New chemistries found for liquid batteries
Grid-scale approach to rechargeable power storage gets new arsenal of possible materials.
White House features newly launched MIT Climate CoLab Energy-Water Nexus Contest
MIT Climate CoLab contest featured by the White House on United Nations World Water Day.
Transforming the U.S. transportation system by 2050 to address climate challenges
MIT Energy Initiative report provides recommendations for reductions in light-duty vehicle energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Getting the world to turn down the heat
Top U.N. climate advisor highlights successes in Paris, challenges ahead.
Crowdsourcing contest to focus on reducing campus emissions
MIT challenges the community to identify cutting-edge solutions to reach carbon reduction goals.
“Big meets small” at annual MIT Energy Conference
Speakers describe energy solutions at varying scales, and need for further progress.
Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz touts great opportunities in energy
New international agreement on “Mission Innovation” could lead to major progress on climate change.
Agreement on climate-related action reached by MIT administration and student-led group
Four-part plan signals effort to build on last year’s climate action plan, and an end to months-long protest.
Solving global problems with MIT in Brazil
MIT student travels to São Paulo to assist non-profit in recognizing and organizing waste collectors.
Call for MIT Portugal PhD and executive master's is now open
MIT Portugal PhD and executive master's programs are soliciting applications for 2016-17.
MIT Energy Initiative and Exelon collaborate on clean energy research through MITEI’s Low-Carbon Centers
Exelon’s MITEI membership will support research including energy storage, smarter grids, advanced nuclear generation, and solar energy.
MIT lab opens 10 contests on climate change
Proposals submitted will help crowdsource the makings of national and global climate action plans.
Will we ever stop using fossil fuels?
Not without a carbon tax, suggests a study by an MIT economist.