Climate News at MIT

MIT researchers develop a low-cost technique to get lithium out of rocks

MIT researchers develop a low-cost technique to get lithium out of rocks

The low-temperature process could unlock cleaner lithium from America’s abundant hard rock while minimizing waste.

Place-based pathways to a viable future

Place-based pathways to a viable future

Living Climate Futures Symposium explores climate challenges and solutions at the community level.

A day in the life of MIT Sloan Fellow Alecia Asiamigbe

A day in the life of MIT Sloan Fellow Alecia Asiamigbe

The MBA student and entrepreneur is learning to lead a more resilient future with her renewable energy company.

MIT science writing students collaborate with The Associated Press

MIT science writing students collaborate with The Associated Press

Students developed and pitched local climate stories, then worked with visual journalists from the AP over an intensive four-day weekend.

For most US drivers, EVs offer emissions benefits and cost savings

For most US drivers, EVs offer emissions benefits and cost savings

When it comes to emissions, individual driving patterns matter as much as how “green” the regional electricity mix is, MIT researchers report.

Announcing the 2026-2027 Student Innovator Award Recipients

On April 15, 2026, the MIT Climate Project — in partnership with the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program and the Priscilla King Gray Center for Social Impact — announced 11 awards and $135,000 in funding.