energy
Researchers are reimagining energy, from biodegradable batteries to ice-based thermal storage and metallic gels, advancing grid resilience, clean power and sustaining economic growth for the future.
Texas A&M researchers develop metallic gel that could transform batteries
Oct. 31, 2025 • 5 min. readThe new heat-resistant material could revolutionize energy storage, making liquid metal batteries safe for mobile applications.
Texas A&M Researchers Map America’s Power Outage Hot Spots Using AI
Aug. 14, 2025 • 3 min. readA new nationwide vulnerability index reveals a 20% annual increase in outage severity since 2019, with East and West coasts, Great Lakes and Gulf regions facing the highest risk of weather-induced blackouts.
The rare earth elements mined from discarded electronics could improve the U.S. supply chain.
Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School Announces Partnership With Creative Destruction Lab
April 2, 2025 • 3 min. readNine-month mentorship program aims to accelerate early-stage energy and space technology startups.
How Everyday Activities Inside Your Home Can Generate Energy
Nov. 29, 2024 • 4 min. readCould turning a doorknob power your kitchen light? Researchers are exploring new ways to harvest and adapt energy.
Texas A&M researchers will work to harness energy from petroleum by extracting hydrogen while leaving the carbon underground.
Texas A&M University System To Bring Nuclear Reactors To Texas A&M-RELLIS
May 29, 2024 • 2 min. readThe initiative aims to enhance Texas' power grid and support technological growth with advanced nuclear energy solutions.
A network of power plants on System-owned land would provide electricity during periods of peak demand.
Expert Says Power Grid Prepared For Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse
April 2, 2024 • 3 min. readThe April 8 eclipse will drop solar generation output to near zero, but other power sources will keep the grid stable.