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The Energy of the Future: Maryanna Betterly

Energy of the Future
As an energy studies minor, Maryanna shares how coupling the minor with her major in mechanical engineering has given her a more holistic perspective on the energy transition. Her passion for this work was cemented after experiencing climate change personally when her hometown in Pennsylvania was hit with its first tornado.
September 22, 2026
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3-year study raises doubts about EVs' future

Improved efficiency of gas-powered cars is as critical as electrification in terms of mitigating climate change, says Joanna Moody, research program manager of MITEI's Mobility Systems center and coordinating author of MITEI's "Insights into Future Mobility" report.
November 20, 2019 In the media E&E News

MIT Study: Energy-efficient cars, public transportation are best options for traffic and the planet

Joanna Moody, research program manager of MITEI's Mobility Systems Center, speaks with Bob Oakes on WBUR's "Morning Edition" about findings from MITEI's "Insights into Future Mobility" report. She covers topics including electric vehicle adoption, autonomous vehicle deployment, and "car pride."
November 20, 2019 In the media WBUR's Morning Edition

Why the electric-car revolution may take a lot longer than expected: An MIT analysis finds that steady declines in battery costs will stall in the next few years.

Randall Field, executive director of MITEI's Mobility of the Future study, speaks with the MIT Technology Review about the "Insights into Future Mobility" report findings on projected battery prices and price parity between electric and gas-powered vehicles.
November 20, 2019 In the media MIT Technology Review

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