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
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
Risks of Residential Battery Energy Storage Systems
These units may provide safer, cleaner backup power during outages. Like lithium-ion batteries generally, residential BESS may catch fire or
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
Unlocking the hidden power of boiling — for energy, space, and beyond
Unlocking its secrets could thus enable advances in efficient energy production, electronics cooling, water desalination, medical diagnostics, and more. “Boiling is important for
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
States and counties weigh safety risks of much-needed
Sites like Moss Landing are essential for storing up wind and solar power and discharging it when power is needed most. But lawmakers and
How residential energy storage could help support the power grid
To start on this journey, utilities and residential energy-storage providers could establish partnerships to prioritize the adoption of residential batteries in areas with the worst grid constraints.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): FAQ for
As a neighbor to a proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), it''s natural to have questions and concerns. This FAQ is designed to provide
Risks of Residential Battery Energy Storage Systems
These units may provide safer, cleaner backup power during outages. Like lithium-ion batteries generally, residential BESS may catch fire or even explode. BESS operating software may
Introducing the MIT-GE Vernova Climate and Energy Alliance
The MIT-GE Vernova Climate and Energy Alliance, a five-year collaboration between MIT and GE Vernova, aims to accelerate the energy transition and scale new innovations.
Battery Energy Storage Systems: Main Considerations for Safe
Battery Energy Storage Systems, or BESS, help stabilize electrical grids by providing steady power flow despite fluctuations from inconsistent generation of renewable energy sources and
Living Near Power Stations and High-Voltage Lines: Architectural
Power lines and substations impose land-use restrictions, affecting property development. Common zoning guidelines include: Residential Areas: Minimum buffer zones required before issuing
MIT Climate and Energy Ventures class spins out entrepreneurs —
In MIT course 15.366 (Climate and Energy Ventures) student teams select a technology and determine the best path for its commercialization in the energy sector.
Battery Energy Storage Systems
While stationary battery storage is a new land use for most communities, all communities already have and likely regulate other forms of energy storage.
Battery Energy Storage Systems: Main Considerations
Battery Energy Storage Systems, or BESS, help stabilize electrical grids by providing steady power flow despite fluctuations from inconsistent
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): FAQ for Nearby Residents
As a neighbor to a proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), it''s natural to have questions and concerns. This FAQ is designed to provide honest, fact-based answers about the
How residential energy storage impacts grid reliability
By smoothing out the fluctuations associated with renewable energy generation, residential energy storage not only stabilizes individual homes but
Energy Storage Proposals Face Pushback from Some Communities
Energy storage projects are facing increasing scrutiny from local residents in parts of the U.S. Residents have voiced concerns about fires at energy storage facilities – in particular, lithium
Explained: Generative AI''s environmental impact
MIT News explores the environmental and sustainability implications of generative AI technologies and applications.
States and counties weigh safety risks of much-needed energy storage
Sites like Moss Landing are essential for storing up wind and solar power and discharging it when power is needed most. But lawmakers and regulators are increasingly worried about whether
How residential energy storage impacts grid reliability
By smoothing out the fluctuations associated with renewable energy generation, residential energy storage not only stabilizes individual homes but also contributes to a more resilient
Residential Pumped Hydro Storage: Energy Independence for
As renewable energy adoption surges globally, homeowners face a critical challenge: how to store excess solar or wind power effectively. Enter residential pumped hydro storage (RPHS), a game
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
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research priorities amidst
At the MIT Energy Initiative''s Annual Research Conference, industry leaders agreed collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies amidst a changing energy landscape.
Living Near Power Stations and High-Voltage Lines:
Power lines and substations impose land-use restrictions, affecting property development. Common zoning guidelines include: Residential Areas: