Optimizing agricultural irrigation as virtual energy storage to match
Our study positions agricultural irrigation as a nature-integrated form of virtual energy storage, offering a pathway to enhance grid resilience and support low-carbon climate adaptation.
7 Ways of Using Renewable Energy for Irrigation
Renewable energy systems offer practical, sustainable power solutions for modern irrigation needs across various agricultural settings. Solar-powered irrigation
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
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
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
Redesign of Large-Scale Irrigation Systems for Flexible Energy Storage
This article describes the main features of an open-source Python-based optimisation tool developed to redesign irrigation systems as large energy accumulators while maintaining their primary function.
Unlocking the hidden power of boiling — for energy, space, and
Unlocking its secrets could thus enable advances in efficient energy production, electronics cooling, water desalination, medical diagnostics, and more. “Boiling is important for
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.
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.
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
AGISTIN: Transforming Irrigation Systems into Energy Storage
Demonstrator in Spain: Led by UPC, this pilot will explore the potential of using large-scale irrigation systems as energy storage, in addition to their primary function.
AI-Augmented Smart Irrigation System Using IoT and Solar Power for
This research developed a comprehensive IoT-based smart irrigation control system to optimize water and energy management in agricultural greenhouses while enhancing crop productivity.
Energy Storage Irrigation Systems Climate Adaptation Agriculture
Energy storage allows for the decoupling of irrigation from the grid, enabling farmers to utilize renewable energy even when it is not instantaneously available. This is particularly
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
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.
7 Ways of Using Renewable Energy for Irrigation Systems That Cut
Renewable energy systems offer practical, sustainable power solutions for modern irrigation needs across various agricultural settings. Solar-powered irrigation systems use photovoltaic panels to
AGISTIN: Transforming Irrigation Systems into Energy
Demonstrator in Spain: Led by UPC, this pilot will explore the potential of using large-scale irrigation systems as energy storage, in addition to
How Does Home Energy Storage Support Reliable Agricultural
By combining power conversion, battery storage, and intelligent energy management into a single platform, home energy storage enables irrigation systems to operate efficiently, predictably,
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
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
Photovoltaic, Energy Storage Irrigation Integrated System
It combines solar power generation, energy storage, and water pump systems to provide a self-sufficient water supply solution for irrigation and lifting water from rivers, lakes, or deep wells.
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
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,
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
Photovoltaic, Energy Storage Irrigation Integrated System
It combines solar power generation, energy storage, and water pump systems to provide a self-sufficient water supply solution for irrigation and lifting water from
Redesign of Large-Scale Irrigation Systems for Flexible Energy
This article describes the main features of an open-source Python-based optimisation tool developed to redesign irrigation systems as large energy accumulators while maintaining their primary function.
Energy Storage for Agriculture | Irrigation & Cold Storage
Reliable electricity is essential for operations such as irrigation, cold storage, and food processing. Many farms, especially in developing regions, face grid instability, power outages, or
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research priorities
At the MIT Energy Initiative''s Annual Research Conference, industry leaders agreed collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies amidst a changing energy
Explained: Generative AI''s environmental impact
MIT News explores the environmental and sustainability implications of generative AI technologies and applications.