The Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University is focused on developing and demonstrating the technologies, systems, and policies needed to accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable future.

News

Apr 16

Seed grant spotlight: Giving plastics a new lease on life

Sydlik and Wang are using their expertise to manipulate the properties of polymers, making it easier to upcycle plastics.

Apr 11

Promoting battery electric vehicle safety

The Scott Institute for Energy Innovation and the Safety21 National University Transportation Center have produced a policy brief that offers safety recommendations as more people get behind the wheel of battery electric vehicles.

Apr 02

CMU Energy Week tackles AI and energy

Over three days, investors, entrepreneurs, and researchers explored how AI and energy can complement each other.

More news from Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation

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  Accelerate research

  We award our faculty with seed funding to accelerate new and innovative research projects.

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  Forge new collaborations

  We serve as a central convenor to form new strategic collaborations.

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  Support entrepreneurs

  We support our cleantech and climate tech founders to grow their companies.

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  Foster community

  We host many energy and climate-themed events.

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