Actionable Research
Actionable Research for Equity and Justice. Our research is designed to inform action associated with measurable outcomes aligned with supporting human well‑being across generations. This requires engaging a broad range of stakeholders, including not only nations and companies, but also NGOs and communities that take action to promote sustainable development—with special attention to those who have historically borne the brunt of environmental injustice.
News + Media
MIT CS3 Director Noelle Selin explores why a systems view combining science, policy and technology is essential for sustainability leaders navigating climate change and making informed strategic decisions (Business Insight Journal)
Renewables generated more than one-third of America's electricity in March, overtaking gas for the first time and marking the cleanest month on record for the nation’s power supply, according to new monthly data compiled by energy think tank Ember. "Most of the growth in renewable power we’ve seen come online in the past year reflects decisions that were made years ago," says MIT Prof./CS3 faculty affiliate Catherine Wolfram. (Newsweek)
MIT Prof./CS3 faculty affiliate Christopher Knittel returns for a special update on big developments in the world of carbon pricing, from Canada, China, and the European Union (MIT Climate Portal)
Publications
Winchester, N. and D. White (2026)
The Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, (doi: 10.1111/1467-8489.70115)
Wang, X., D.J. Jacob, H. Nesser, . . . and D.J. Varon (2026)
Science Advances, 12(3) (doi: 10.1126/sciadv.adz9308)
Rooney-Varga, J.N., L. Cheney, R.L. Coleman, A.P. Jones, F. Kapmeier, P. Newsome, K. Noiseux, B. Patten, K. Rath and J.D. Sterman (2026)
NPJ Climate Action, 5(36) (doi: 10.1038/s44168-026-00348-4)