(S5E11) The women who powered the sun before it was cool
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March 8, 2026 · 13 min · Season 5 · Episode 11
About this episode
This episode explores the contributions of women to solar energy innovation before it became mainstream, highlighting figures like Maria Telkes.
Solar energy didn’t start in the 21st century. In this special International Women’s Day episode of Ogami Station, we look back at the women who helped shape solar and energy innovation long before it went mainstream, starting with pioneer Maria Telkes. From early solar heating and thermal storage to today’s energy transition, this episode explores forgotten stories, present-day data, and why inclusion is still key to building the future of energy.
Topics covered
- solar energy
- women in science
- energy innovation
- International Women's Day
- inclusion in energy
Keywords
- solar energy
- women in science
- energy transition
- Maria Telkes
- thermal storage
- solar heating
- energy innovation
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