Slice of MIT: “A Cool Approach to Tackling Glacial Ice Melt”

Our founder, Dr. Leslie Field, was recently featured in MIT’s Slice of MIT publication, which spotlighted her innovative, science-based approach to slowing glacial ice melt. The article traces Leslie’s journey from her days as an MIT engineer to her pioneering work at the intersection of technology, climate action, and environmental stewardship.

Leslie shared her motivation behind Bright Ice’s mission: “If we can preserve ice, we can preserve the climate stability that ice gives us.” Through field research, data-driven modeling, and collaboration with climate scientists, she and her team are demonstrating practical ways to protect vulnerable ice regions and reflect solar heat back into space.