Tag: climate tech
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LI-COR Carbon Node Wins IoT Breakthrough Environment Award
LI-COR Carbon Node Receives Prestigious IoT Breakthrough Award LI-COR announced that its Carbon Node has been named the recipient of the Internet of Environment Solution of the Year award in the 10th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards program. The recognition, presented by IoT Breakthrough, underscores the solution’s impact on environmental monitoring, data integration, and actionable insights…
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Jetson Home Raises $50 Million to Expand Its Digital Heat Pump Disruption Across the U.S.
Vancouver Startup Nets $50 Million to Scale Heat Pump Innovation Jetson Home Inc., a Vancouver-based startup, has secured a $50 million funding round to accelerate its expansion of digitally enhanced heat pump technology across the United States. Founded just two years ago, the company has quickly positioned itself as a disruptor in the home heating…
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10 Breakthrough Technologies to Expect in 2026
What to expect in 2026 Each year, MIT Technology Review curates a list of breakthrough technologies that have the potential to transform industries, markets, and daily life. For 2026, the editors spotlight innovations that blend scientific advances with practical impact, aiming to solve real-world problems—from accelerating healthcare to reshaping energy systems. Below are ten technologies…
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10 Breakthrough Technologies to Expect in 2026: What’s Next in Tech
Introduction: A Snapshot of 2026 Tech Horizons As we move further into 2026, technology enthusiasts and industry watchers are keen to understand where innovation is headed. Each year, MIT Technology Review curates a list of the top 10 breakthrough technologies that have the potential to transform industries, reshape economies, and alter everyday life. In conversation…
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Canada and China Strike a New Strategic Partnership Amid Global Shifts
Overview: A Turn in Canada-China Ties The Canadian prime minister, in a landmark visit to Beijing, announced a “new strategic partnership” with China amid what he described as evolving global realities. The talks, the first by a Canadian leader in eight years, were held with President Xi Jinping and took place against the backdrop of…
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10 Breakthrough Technologies to Expect in 2026: A Preview from MIT Technology Review
What to expect in 2026: a peek at MIT Technology Review’s breakthrough tech list As we move deeper into 2026, MIT Technology Review’s annual list of 10 Breakthrough Technologies continues to shape how we think about the near future. The goal remains the same: identify technologies with potential to change society in the next 12…
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9 Tech Developments by 2050: What a Futurologist Foresees
Introduction: A pragmatic peek into 2050 Writers of sci‑fi warned us about jetpacks and hovering cities, but the real 2050 may be quieter and more transformative. A seasoned futurologist outlines nine concrete tech developments likely to redefine how we live, work, and relate to the planet. From intelligence that learns with us to biotech that…
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MIT’s 2025 Top Research Stories: A Year of Groundbreaking Advances
Overview MIT’s research community delivered a year of high-impact discoveries across science and engineering in 2025. From quantum computing milestones to sustainable energy breakthroughs and advances in health technologies, the year showcased MIT’s role in shaping the future. This article highlights the most-read stories that captivated scientists, policymakers, and the public, reflecting a shared momentum…
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The Cop30 Summit Won’t Save Us, but Technology Might: A Second-Derivative Shift in Climate Progress
Introduction: The Limits of the Cop30 Narrative The Cop30 summit has dominated climate discourse for years, but the real story about progress may be unfolding elsewhere. While diplomacy and negotiations are essential, a quieter, more powerful trend is emerging — a second-derivative shift in the climate equation driven by technology. Think tanks, investors, and researchers…
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The Cop30 Promise Isn’t a Fix-All—Technology Is the Real Game-Changer
The Cop30 Promise Isn’t a Fix-All As COP30 approaches, the optimism that a single summit could redefine the trajectory of global emissions is understandable—but history suggests diplomacy alone won’t deliver the necessary transformations. The climate challenge is diffuse, technical, and deeply tied to everyday economics. The good news is that a “second derivative” of progress—the…