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Study finds increased ocean acidification due to human activities
More anthropogenic carbon in the northeast Pacific means weaker shells for many marine species.
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MIT Energy Initiative welcomes GE as new member and participant in Low-Carbon Energy Centers
GE’s membership marks continued progress on goals of MIT’s Plan for Action on Climate Change to engage industry in solving global challenges.
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GE joins MIT Energy Initiative to develop advanced technology solutions for transforming global energy systems
GE commits to five-year, $7.5 million membership, including participation in MITEI’s Low-Carbon Energy Centers.
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Reducing runoff pollution by making spray droplets less bouncy
MIT researchers find a way to make pesticides stick to leaves instead of bouncing off.
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MIT, Québec research institutions launch initiative to analyze low-carbon energy policy options
Focusing on New England/Québec Region, Québec premier and MIT vice president for research speak at Boston signing ceremony; Hydro-Québec CEO pledges funding.
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New solar cell is more efficient, costs less than its counterparts
Exposed in step-like formation, layers of new photovoltaic cell harvest more of sun’s energy.
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Unfriendly skies: Piston engine aircraft pose a significant health threat
Study shows long-lasting health, economic impacts of lead emissions from U.S. general aviation flights.
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New method developed for producing some metals
Using electricity rather than heat can reduce both energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Sponge creates steam using ambient sunlight
Bubble-wrapped structure requires no mirrors or lenses to focus the sun’s heat.