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Surface-based sonar system could rapidly map the ocean floor at high resolution
A small fleet of autonomous surface vessels forms a large sonar array for finding submerged objects.
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MIT spinout Commonwealth Fusion Systems unveils plans for the world’s first fusion power plant
The company has announced that it will build the first grid-scale fusion power plant in Chesterfield County, Virginia.
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New climate chemistry model finds “non-negligible” impacts of potential hydrogen fuel leakage
MIT study confirms the climate impacts of hydrogen, recommends leak prevention be a priority as infrastructure for handling this clean-burning fuel is built.
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Street smarts
Andres Sevtsuk applies new sources of data to creating more sustainable, walkable, and economically thriving city spaces.
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In a unique research collaboration, students make the case for less e-waste
SERC Scholars from around the MIT community examine the electronic hardware waste life cycle and climate justice.
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Enabling a circular economy in the built environment
A better understanding of construction industry stakeholders’ motivations can lead to greater adoption of circular practices.
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A new biodegradable material to replace certain microplastics
MIT chemical engineers designed an environmentally friendly alternative to the microbeads used in some health and beauty products.
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So you want to build a solar or wind farm? Here’s how to decide where.
MIT engineers show how detailed mapping of weather conditions and energy demand can guide optimization for siting renewable energy installations.
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A new catalyst can turn methane into something useful
MIT chemical engineers have devised a way to capture methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and convert it into polymers.