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MIT study finds that many climate-stabilization plans are based on questionable assumptions about the future cost and deployment of “direct air capture” technology and therefore may not bring about the promised reduction in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

The underlining tech of hydrogen passenger cars can still be transformative. 

Experts in energy systems modeling and fusion technology explore the future role of fusion at various costs and carbon constraints

Using the concept of “outdoor days,” a study shows how global warming will affect people’s ability to work or enjoy recreation outdoors (Coverage: Fast Company, WBUR)

Models show that an unexpected reduction in human-driven emissions led to a 10 percent decline in atmospheric mercury concentrations
 

Here’s what the world can learn from it

The major effort to accelerate practical climate change solutions launches as its mission directors meet the Institute community

Professor Ronald Prinn reflects on how far sustainability has come as a discipline, and where it all began at MIT

First U.S. trial of this innovative technology to be provided to an entire neighborhood by a major utility

Emissions are attributed to the country where they happen geographically—even if the energy produced, or the products manufactured, are destined for somewhere else (MIT Climate Portal)

MIT Joint Program Co-Director Emeritus John Reilly highlights key challenges (Associated Press)