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MIT Energy Initiative
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No more blackouts?
New framework guarantees stability of microgrids that supply local power in developing countries.
November 8, 2017 -
Strong current of energy runs through MIT
Research, education, and student activities help create a robust community focused on fueling the world's future.
November 7, 2017 -
3Q: Robert Armstrong on 10 years of energy research at MIT
MIT Energy Initiative Director Robert Armstrong shares perspectives on past successes and ongoing and future energy projects at the Institute.
November 7, 2017 -
Energy transition through aesthetics and culture
MIT Energy Initiative seminar examines the role of the humanities, design, and aesthetics in catalyzing a fairer, more diverse energy future.
October 24, 2017 -
A new way to harness wasted methane
Approach developed at MIT could help curb needless “flaring” of potent greenhouse gas.
October 17, 2017 -
3 Questions: Robert Granetz on fusion research
MIT research scientist is exploring how machine learning can predict and prevent disruptions in reactors.
October 10, 2017 -
MIT to host summit on climate leadership in northeast U.S., eastern Canada
Michael Bloomberg will deliver keynote address.
September 29, 2017 -
Research scientist Koroush Shirvan joins the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering
Assistant professor of nuclear science and engineering leads projects for developing accident-tolerant fuel and optimizing nuclear energy technology.
September 14, 2017 -
Researchers clarify mystery about proposed battery material
Study explains conflicting results from other experiments, may lead to batteries with more energy per pound.
August 15, 2017 -
Infinite Cooling wins Cleantech University Prize competition
Startup is meeting global environmental needs by changing the way power plants use water.
August 8, 2017 -
Transparent, flexible solar cells
Researchers develop a novel technique using graphene to create solar cells they can mount on surfaces ranging from glass to plastic to paper and tape.
July 28, 2017 -
Laying the foundation for new energy technology
Theoretical chemist Troy Van Voorhis probes big energy-related questions, scrutinizing electrons and chemical bonds to improve sustainable energy solutions.
July 24, 2017 -
3 Questions: The future of the electric utility
MIT Energy Initiative Director of Research Francis O’Sullivan reflects on current trends in the utility industry, as well as potential solutions to current challenges.
July 14, 2017 -
3 Questions: Angela Belcher and Kristala Prather on the promise of energy bioscience
Engineers and co-directors of MITEI's Energy Bioscience Low-Carbon Energy Center discuss their vision for transforming the energy system.
July 10, 2017 -
Bolstering public support for state-level renewable energy policies
Analysis shows the design and framing of renewable energy policies can strengthen public support — or opposition.
June 30, 2017 -
MIT Technology and Policy Program’s Best Thesis for 2017 maps out a clean energy future for India
Award-winning paper by Arun Singh shows how one of the world’s fastest-growing economies can expand its energy consumption while limiting emissions.
June 7, 2017 -
MIT Energy Initiative awards 10 seed fund grants for early-stage energy research
May 2, 2017 -
A tax plan to stop climate change
At MIT, former Congressman Bob Inglis speaks about climate and free enterprise.
April 28, 2017 -
Graphene holds up under high pressure
Used in filtration membranes, ultrathin material could help make desalination more productive.
April 24, 2017 -
Exelon Generation supports research on advanced nuclear fuel cladding coatings
Exelon Generation funding for the MIT Center for Advanced Nuclear Energy Systems could transform the performance of the fuel cladding in light water reactors.
April 19, 2017