Driving clean energy innovation

The MIT Energy Initiative, MIT’s hub for energy research, education, and outreach, is advancing zero- and low-carbon solutions to expand energy access and address climate change.

MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center showcases technologies applicable to both fusion and geothermal energy during congressman’s visit

Following the filing of new geothermal legislation, Representative Jake Auchincloss visits MIT to tour PSFC and learn more about scaling geothermal energy.

3 Questions: Improving materials for energy infrastructure

MIT undergraduate Amelia How ’27 shares her experience as a MITEI Energy UROP and how her work in metallurgy can help support better energy infrastructure.
Active Surfaces aims to install peel-and-stick solar panels everywhere

This award-winning startup with roots at the MIT Energy Initiative is developing lightweight, flexible, high-efficiency solar energy films designed to be used on roofs, walls, and any curved surface—including the roof of your electric vehicle.
MITEI’s IAP activities reach more than 500 students and community members

MITEI supports energy-related courses and activities during MIT’s Independent Activities Period from campus to Catalunya, Spain

04/08/2026 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm ET

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MITEI Presents: Advancing the Energy Transition with Fatih Birol

Research

Future Energy Systems Center

Collaborative research with industry in key technology areas to address the energy transition.

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Studies and Reports

Analyses that shape and influence policy, technology development, and future research.

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Seed Fund Program

Learn about funding opportunities for MIT faculty.

Research Projects

MITEI-supported research advancing the science, technologies, and policies needed to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and expand energy access.

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