MIT researchers uncovered the roles of bacterial species from the environment as they consume biodegradable plastic. […]
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MIT researchers uncovered the roles of bacterial species from the environment as they consume biodegradable plastic. […]
A study published in Environmental Science & Policy by Professor Charles Harvey and climate scientist, Lindsey Gulden reviews federal lobbying disclosures from 2005 to 2024 to understand why carbon capture, use and storage (CCUS) technologies are […]
During the summer of 2025, Iran experienced an exceptional heatwave, with daytime temperatures across several regions, including Tehran, approaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and forcing the temporary closure of public offices and banks. During this period, […]
Last year was the hottest the earth has ever experienced. There has been little sign of high temperatures abating; 2025 began with the hottest January on record. Climate change has doubled the number of days of extreme heat in 195 […]
New study examines plants under elevated CO₂ and their impact on climate models Each year, plants and trees absorb roughly one-third of the carbon dioxide (CO₂) that human activities release into the atmosphere. But as CO₂ […]
An MIT study shows decreases in seed-dispersing animals can lead to a major reduction in forest carbon absorption. […]
Biofilms deposited by living organisms reduce the accumulation of small particles, while areas of bare sand can be microplastics hotspots. […]
In March, MIT Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Charles Harvey provided testimony in support of a bill that would limit the industrial injection of carbon dioxide into wells near the Mahomet Aquifer in Illinois. His testimony […]
Scientists have found that trees in cities respond to higher temperatures differently than those in forests, potentially masking climate impacts. […]
MIT study demonstrates patchy meadows of seagrass can have limited carbon storage Seagrasses and other aquatic plants are recognized as “ecosystem engineers” for their ability to physically modify the environment. A meadow of seagrass acts like […]
Assistant Professor César Terrer discusses pioneering volcano research to track carbon dynamics in tropical forests. […]
A new MIT study identifies steps that can lower not only emissions, but also costs, across the combined electric power and natural gas industries that now supply heating fuels. […]
MIT engineers show how detailed mapping of weather conditions and energy demand can guide optimization for siting renewable energy installations. […]
As climate change accelerates sea-level rise and intensifies storms, marsh-fronted seawalls can provide an economical coastal defense, MIT engineers report. […]
Using the concept of “outdoor days,” a study shows how global warming will affect people’s ability to work or enjoy recreation outdoors. […]