Commercial coal production begins in the United States.
Ben Franklin conducts his famous kite experiment, which will lead to the discovery of electricity.
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The Industrial Revolution allowed energy to be used to power machines, changing the labor-based production styles. This caused people to become more reliant of machines.
Baltimore, Maryland uses gas made from coal to light street lamps.
The first electric motor is created by Michael Faraday.
The first successful oil drill is conducted by Edwin Drake.
Wood becomes a popular fuel source and is used frequently in homes.
Thmas Edison starts the first coal-fired power station in NYC.
The first hydroelectric power station opens in the United States.
Henry Ford successfully introduces the first successful car, the Model T.
