A Concrete Battery: MIT and Wyss Institute Innovate Supercapacitors that Could Reshape Renewable Energy

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Wyss Institute have an exciting new development in energy storage systems by creating an innovative supercapacitor. This system, crafted from a blend of cement and carbon black, an ancient type of ink, exhibits immense potential to enhance renewable energy operations and accelerate the global shift towards cleaner, more sustainable energy. The supercapacitor’s competitive edge lies in its affordability and straightforward production process that requires only water, making it a viable alternative in the energy storage landscape. This technology plays a vital role in stabilizing power networks. This technology becomes especially … Continue reading A Concrete Battery: MIT and Wyss Institute Innovate Supercapacitors that Could Reshape Renewable Energy