Is AI Slowing Climate Progress? It’s Complicated
Two BU experts studying grid solutions and sustainable energy transitions say that tech companies racing to build more AI could make data centers more energy efficient.
How BU’s Lawns Can Help Reduce Carbon Emissions
BU’s Campus Climate Lab is using native plants to turn the University’s 70 acres of lawnscape into sinks of emissions. Click and watch to learn more!
Boston Globe 2025 Sustainability Summit
United States Senator Ed Markey (Hon.’04, D-MA) spoke at the Boston Globe Sustainability Summit held in BU’s Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
What Does Donald Trump’s Election Mean For…
We asked a range of BU faculty experts what the election results will mean for abortion, immigrants, higher education, the economy, the Supreme Court, and more.
BU Team Wins Major National Science Foundation Grant to Help PhD Students Attack Climate Change
The $3 million, five-year award will encourage multidisciplinary approaches to converting and storing sustainable energy.
How High-Level Lawsuits Are Disrupting Climate Change Policies
BU researchers are pushing for changes to international treaties to better protect the planet after finding fossil fuel companies are increasingly suing countries for billions over climate policies.
Climate Change Is Threatening the Mystic River Watershed — Can It Be Saved?
Researchers at BU’s School of Public Health use geospatial data and mapping tools to support community climate resilience efforts.
BU Unveils Dramatic, Fossil Fuel–Free Center for Computing & Data Sciences
Mayor Wu hails collaborative relationship with BU at ribbon cutting, says new building should be a model for other cities across the country.
Climate Change Battle Must Include Environmental Justice
Senator Ed Markey (Hon.’04) touts $60B in government funding at BU Center for Antiracist Research Symposium.
Building a Diverse, Strong Climate Workforce
Climate leaders from Boston University and around the country briefed Congressional staff on how they are working to train the next generation for careers solving the climate crisis.