What’s the best way to expand the US electricity grid? A study by MIT researchers illuminates choices about reliability, cost, and emissions. December 4, 2025
When we remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, how long does it stay locked away? In theory, we can remove CO2 from the air for thousands or even millions of years, which in terms of addressing climate change is effectively permanent. But carbon removal can also fail. November 24, 2025
Update: Where we've been and where we're going In this episode, Laur Hesse Fisher sits down with new host Madison Goldberg to talk about the philosophies that have shaped TILclimate over seven seasons and take listeners behind the scenes of the show. November 4, 2025
Explainer: Batteries Batteries are a form of energy storage, which use electrochemical reactions to create a flow of electricity. Once used mainly for portable electronics, batteries are becoming larger, cheaper, and more versatile, allowing them to play a growing role in our energy system. October 31, 2025
Showcasing energy and climate solutions The MIT Climate Project highlights MIT ideas and innovations at Climate Week NYC 2025. October 21, 2025
When scientists reconstruct ancient climates from ice cores, how do they create an accurate timeline? Researchers use chemical analyses, computer models, and other tools to date these valuable climate archives. October 9, 2025
