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Ellen Stechel is a Professor of Practice and Co-Director of LightWorks at Arizona State University (ASU). She holds affiliations with the School of Molecular Sciences, the Water Institute, and the Global Futures Scientists and Scholars program. Her work focuses on advancing solar-thermochemical technologies for clean energy production, including hydrogen and ammonia synthesis, sustainable materials design, and renewable energy systems.
Stechel leads interdisciplinary research addressing global energy challenges through innovations in solar-driven processes. Her projects involve developing novel perovskite oxides, optimizing thermochemical cycles, and creating scalable systems for energy storage and conversion. She collaborates with institutions like Sandia National Laboratories and AORA, focusing on practical applications such as carbon-neutral ammonia production and grid decarbonization strategies.
- Research Highlights: Solar thermochemical water splitting, sustainable agriculture integration, oxygen separation materials, and extreme heat impacts on EV performance.
- Grants & Collaborations: Multiple funded projects with Sandia, AORA, and DOE-ARPA, totaling millions in research support.
- Labs & Teams: Leads LightWorks' energy innovation initiatives and directs ASU's efforts in solar-hybrid biomass gasification.
Her contributions bridge fundamental science and real-world applications, aiming to accelerate the global transition to carbon-neutral energy systems.
