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Joint Program on the Science and Policy of Global Change
Transforming the U.S. transportation system by 2050 to address climate challenges
MIT Energy Initiative report provides recommendations for reductions in light-duty vehicle energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Getting the world to turn down the heat
Top U.N. climate advisor highlights successes in Paris, challenges ahead.
Agreement on climate-related action reached by MIT administration and student-led group
Four-part plan signals effort to build on last year’s climate action plan, and an end to months-long protest.
Dispatches from the Paris climate talks
MIT attendees of COP21 share experiences, perspectives on outcomes
How aerosols drive the rain
Study finds human-made aerosols exert strong influence on the geography of precipitation.
Assessing nature's carbon sinks
Study estimates the annual carbon sequestration rate in protected areas such as rainforests will decline by about 40 percent between now and 2100.
New York magazine corrects misinformation about MIT Joint Program climate projection
"2015 Energy and Climate Outlook" sees international COP21 climate conference as progress, with more work ahead.
History in the making: The outcome of the Paris climate change negotiations
Panel of MIT experts explores the promise and perils of a global agreement.
Sharing climate research and strategies in Paris
MIT events throughout climate talks underscore Institute’s global perspectives and partnerships.
Climate policy in developing countries: Does one size fit all?
Study shows significant differences in costs associated with curbing greenhouse gas emissions in Brazil and Mexico.
Putting the science in science policy
Faculty and students from the Program in Atmospheres, Oceans, and Climate visited our nation’s capital to build relationships with policymakers on both sides of the aisle.
Will the Paris climate summit lead to a cooler planet?
Leading climate economists discuss prospects for a global agreement.
Report: Expected Paris commitments insufficient to stabilize climate by century’s end
"2015 Energy and Climate Outlook" projects likely impacts of current policies and pledges on global climate, emissions, and energy mix.
