3 d. ago Collaboration between MIT and GE Vernova aims to develop and scale sustainable energy systems

The MIT-GE Vernova Energy and Climate Alliance includes research, education, and career opportunities across the Institute.

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6 d. ago Improving steel pipelines for safe transport of hydrogen: Synchrotron light captures 3D images of cracks formed inside

Hydrogen is increasingly gaining attention as a promising energy source for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Using hydrogen to meet the energy demands for large-scale applications such as utility infrastructure will require transporting large volumes via existing pipelines designed for natural gas.

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2 w. ago New method for harnessing sunlight offers path to stable, low

A collaborative team of researchers from Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable energy technology, as detailed in their latest publication in Nature Energy.

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2 w. ago SrZrSe chalcogenide perovskites with advanced metal sulfide hole transport layers achieve 27.8% efficiency

As the world increasingly prioritizes sustainable energy solutions, solar power stands out as a leading candidate for clean energy generation. However, traditional solar cells have encountered several challenges, particularly regarding efficiency and stability. But what if there was a better alternative? Imagine a solar cell that is affordable, more stable and highly efficient. Does it sound like science fiction? Not anymore. Meet SrZrSe3 chalcogenide perovskite, a rising star in the world of photovoltaics.

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2 w. ago Innovative hydrogen production: Scientists eliminate tar in gasification

As the global demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to grow, Lithuanian researchers have taken a step forward by developing a technology that not only transforms waste into valuable hydrogen but also eliminates a long-standing issue in gasification—the presence of tar. This new method offers an efficient and eco-friendly way to produce high-purity hydrogen from various waste materials, representing a significant advancement in clean energy production.

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2 w. ago A collaboration across continents to solve a plastics problem

MIT students travel to the Amazon, working with locals to address the plastics sustainability crisis.

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3 w. ago Ann Arbor's sustainable energy utility aims to build the electric power grid of the future alongside the old one

An experiment is underway in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that could change how communities generate and distribute power in the future.

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