How Moldova Is Breaking Free From Russian Energy Dependence in
Diversification efforts were sparked in the wake of Russia''s aggressive war in Ukraine in 2022. At the time, Moldova''s energy self-sufficiency was among the lowest in the world, with only
New materials could boost the energy efficiency of microelectronics
MIT researchers developed a new fabrication method that could enable them to stack multiple active components, like transistors and memory units, on top of an existing circuit, which
MIT Climate and Energy Ventures class spins out entrepreneurs —
In MIT course 15.366 (Climate and Energy Ventures) student teams select a technology and determine the best path for its commercialization in the energy sector.
The energy challenge of Transnistrian independence
Now, except for Transnistria, there is no energy shortage in any country, so a potential energy crisis – even if it is expected to lead to higher bills – does not mean an energy shortage. In
EU allocates $258 million in energy support for Moldova, $62 million
The European Commission and Moldova signed a two-year strategy for energy independence and resilience, allocating 250 million euros ($258 million) to Chisinau in 2025, the
Frozen in Crisis: Transnistria''s Energy Standoff
The cessation of Russian natural gas supplies to Transnistria has precipitated a severe energy crisis, leading to the suspension of nearly all industrial operations and leaving hundreds of
Explained: Generative AI''s environmental impact
MIT News explores the environmental and sustainability implications of generative AI technologies and applications.
Independent Energy Storage in Transnistria: A Strategic Pathway to
For Transnistria, a region with limited international recognition and aging energy infrastructure, achieving independent power through renewable energy storage could be transformative.
Moldova: energy crisis in Transnistria (temporarily) resolved
The EU aid will help temporarily resolve the energy crisis in Transnistria and lower electricity prices for right-bank Moldova. This is crucial in preventing a further decline in support for
Making clean energy investments more successful
New research emphasizes the importance of well-validated models and forecasting tools in evaluating choices for investments in clean energy technologies and policies by governments and
Introducing the MIT-GE Vernova Climate and Energy Alliance
The MIT-GE Vernova Climate and Energy Alliance, a five-year collaboration between MIT and GE Vernova, aims to accelerate the energy transition and scale new innovations.
Transnistrian Energy Crisis Implications on Moldovan bid to join
On January 1, 2025, Russia cut off natural gas supply to Transnistria, a breakaway region of the Republic of Moldova. Russia hopes to strengthen its control in the region and inhibit
A new approach could fractionate crude oil using much less energy
MIT engineers developed a membrane that filters the components of crude oil by their molecular size, an advance that could dramatically reduce the amount of energy needed for crude oil
Unlocking the hidden power of boiling — for energy, space, and beyond
Unlocking its secrets could thus enable advances in efficient energy production, electronics cooling, water desalination, medical diagnostics, and more. “Boiling is important for
2025 Moldovan energy crisis
This kickstarted a nationwide energy crisis; heating, hot water and gas (except for cooking in cities) were completely cut off in Transnistria, while energy tariffs increased sharply and some villages were also
MIT Energy Initiative conference spotlights research priorities amidst
At the MIT Energy Initiative''s Annual Research Conference, industry leaders agreed collaboration is key to advancing critical technologies amidst a changing energy landscape.
Using liquid air for grid-scale energy storage
Liquid air energy storage could be the lowest-cost solution for ensuring a reliable power supply on a future grid dominated by carbon-free yet intermittent energy sources, according to a new
A Russia-backed breakaway region is fast running out of energy.
In the capital of Transnistria, a self-declared microstate sandwiched between Moldova and Ukraine, the festive New Year''s lights have gone dark ahead of schedule. This separatist sliver of...
Russia-instigated Energy Crisis in Transnistria and False Hopes for
The ongoing energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova, following Ukraine''s decision to stop the transit of Russian gas to the EU after 1 January 2025, has particularly affected the Russian proxy
How artificial intelligence can help achieve a clean energy future
A look at how AI can be used to help support the clean energy transition by helping to manage power grid operations, plan infrastructure investments, guide the development of novel