The Download: 10 climate tech companies to watch

MIT Technology Review has released its annual list of the 10 most promising climate tech companies, highlighting innovators addressing urgent environmental challenges. As global temperatures rise and climate-related disasters intensify, these selected firms are developing critical solutions, including mobile flood barriers, semi-solid-state batteries, compressed-CO2 energy storage, and next-generation nuclear reactors. The list also reflects the evolving landscape of the sector, specifically addressing the surging energy demands of AI data centers. Beyond this feature, the newsletter covers a broad range of tech news, including Elon Musk’s new role in the Pentagon, the rise of smart glasses, and the impact of AI on cybersecurity and global markets. The publication plans to provide in-depth profiles of each of the 10 climate companies in the coming days, offering a detailed look at the technologies poised to mitigate the most harmful effects of climate change.