How Maria 'The Sun Queen' Telkes Powered Solar Energy Storage
Professor Andre Taylor discussed the legacy of Maria Telkes, a pioneer of solar energy technology who conducted research at Tandon's predecessor institution from 1953 to 1958. Telkes developed practical solar-powered inventions, including a desalination device, a solar oven and a heating system for an early solar-powered home. Taylor described her as a visionary who emphasized real-world applications, affordability and manufacturability. "She focused not just on the science itself," he said. "She focused on what was needed and how technology could be applied."
