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.
New materials could boost the energy efficiency of microelectronics
MIT researchers developed a new fabrication method that could enable them to stack multiple active components, like transistors and memory units, on top of an existing circuit, which
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Whether I was running my home router, charging multiple devices, or powering my small fridge during a blackout, it handled everything smoothly. The
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
8 Best Solar Powered Generators of 2026, Expert Tested
According to our tests, these are the best portable solar-powered generators for home backup during power outages, camping, and more, from
New facility to accelerate materials solutions for fusion energy
The new Schmidt Laboratory for Materials in Nuclear Technologies (LMNT) at the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center accelerates fusion materials testing using cyclotron proton beam
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
Explained: Generative AI''s environmental impact
MIT News explores the environmental and sustainability implications of generative AI technologies and applications.
12 Best Solar Generators for Home Backup in 2026 (Tested & Reviewed)
In this guide, we''ve tested each option for real-world runtime, charging flexibility, port selection, and ease of use, so you can choose a solar generator for home backup that fits your
Using liquid air for grid-scale energy storage
Liquid air energy storage could be the lowest-cost solution for ensuring a reliable power supply on a future grid dominated by carbon-free yet intermittent energy sources, according to a new
What''s the best way to expand the US electricity grid?
Growing energy demand means the U.S. will almost certainly have to expand its electricity grid in coming years. What''s the best way to do this? A new study by MIT researchers examines
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
10 Best Energy-Efficient Standby Generators for Your Home in 2025
As you consider energy-efficient standby generators for your home in 2025, you''ll find a range of options that cater to varying needs and preferences. From dual fuel capabilities to eco
The 8 Best Home Generators of 2026, Tested by Popular Mechanics
Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.
Home Backup Power Systems: Complete Guide to
Best approach: Layer systems—portable solar generator for essentials, whole-house battery for critical loads, gas generator for extended
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