Making clean energy investments more successful
New research emphasizes the importance of well-validated models and forecasting tools in evaluating choices for investments in clean energy technologies and policies by governments and
A new approach could fractionate crude oil using much less energy
MIT engineers developed a membrane that filters the components of crude oil by their molecular size, an advance that could dramatically reduce the amount of energy needed for crude oil
Study: Fusion energy could play a major role in the global response to
Investigators in the MIT Energy Initiative and the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center have found that — depending on its future cost and performance — fusion energy has the potential
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Massachusetts Clean Energy Center CEO MBA ''12 Emily Reichert highlights the state government''s unique approach to fostering and keeping clean energy innovation.
Understanding Solar Storage
Millions of solar projects have been installed in the US; and while most solar installations do not include any form of energy storage, pairing solar with battery storage has become increasingly common.
The Integration of Photovoltaics and Energy Storage: A Game
Photovoltaics (PV) refers to the technology that converts sunlight directly into electricity using solar panels. Energy storage systems, on the other hand, store excess energy for later use,
Energy Storage Systems for Photovoltaic and Wind
The hybrid energy storage combinations used in PV and wind systems are presented, detailing their advantages in terms of short-term and
MIT engineers create an energy-storing supercapacitor from ancient
MIT engineers created a carbon-cement supercapacitor that can store large amounts of energy. Made of just cement, water, and carbon black, the device could form the basis for
Next-generation geothermal energy: Promise, progress, and challenges
Geothermal energy, a clean, continuous energy source accessible in many locations, has been slow to catch on. Nearly 2,000 years ago, the Romans made extensive use of geothermal
Explained: Generative AI''s environmental impact
MIT News explores the environmental and sustainability implications of generative AI technologies and applications.
Solar Integration: Solar Energy and Storage Basics
Short-term storage that lasts just a few minutes will ensure a solar plant operates smoothly during output fluctuations due to passing clouds, while longer-term storage can help provide supply over days or
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research
At the MIT Energy Initiative''s Annual Research Conference, industry leaders agreed collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies amidst a changing energy landscape.
Solar PV, Solar Ready, Battery Energy Storage System
The Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code) include requirements for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar-ready design, battery energy storage
How artificial intelligence can help achieve a clean energy future
A look at how AI can be used to help support the clean energy transition by helping to manage power grid operations, plan infrastructure investments, guide the development of novel
Applying Photovoltaic Charging and Storage Systems:
Featuring a case study on the application of a photovoltaic charging and storage system in Southern Taiwan Science Park located in Kaohsiung,
Evelyn Wang: A new energy source at MIT
As MIT''s first vice president for energy and climate, Evelyn Wang is working to broaden MIT''s research portfolio, scale up existing innovations, seek new breakthroughs, and channel