Energy Solutions

Inside the global race to build the next generation of clean power with Bob Mumgaard, CEO of Commonwealth Fusion Systems.

Despite federal rollbacks, both red and blue states are using federal and state incentives to drive investment and upgrade energy infrastructure.

Wind energy has long been a cornerstone of the renewable energy sector, yet it faces increasing competition from solar power, supply chain disruptions, and shifting global policies. Here are three critical forces shaping the future of wind energy.

Breakthroughs in battery technology are transforming the global energy landscape, fueling the transition to clean energy and reshaping industries from transportation to utilities. With demand for energy storage soaring, what’s next for batteries—and how can businesses, policymakers, and investors keep pace?

Green hydrogen production faces significant challenges due to high costs. Columbia Business School examines the current landscape, highlighting technological innovations and future prospects in this emerging field.

On climate and especially environmental policy, the return of Donald Trump to the White House is clearly bad news. But the outlook is uncertain, because Trump has sent mixed signals about the kinds of policy changes he might pursue, and it remains to be seen what effect he can have on broader technological and market trends.

Climate change is a significant issue for voters who are increasingly focused on how political parties balance environmental priorities with economic considerations. Gautam Gowrisankaran, a professor of economics at Columbia University, argues that a candidate who can find and clearly communicate a well-rounded approach to both will likely have an advantage.