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5.8 Energy in the United States Timeline Nicole Chang

By nicthegoldenpig

  • Commercial coal production begins in the United States.

    Commercial coal production begins in the United States.

  • Ben Franklin conducts his famous kite experiment, which will lead to the discovery of electricity.

    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.

    Baltimore, Maryland uses gas made from coal to light street lamps.

  • The first electric motor is created by Michael Faraday.

    The first electric motor is created by Michael Faraday.

  • The first successful oil drill is conducted by Edwin Drake.

    The first successful oil drill is conducted by Edwin Drake.

  • Wood becomes a popular fuel source and is used frequently in homes.

    Wood becomes a popular fuel source and is used frequently in homes.

  • Thmas Edison starts the first coal-fired power station in NYC.

    Thmas Edison starts the first coal-fired power station in NYC.

  • The first hydroelectric power station opens in the United States.

    The first hydroelectric power station opens in the United States.

  • Henry Ford successfully introduces the first successful car, the Model T.

    Henry Ford successfully introduces the first successful car, the Model T.

  • The first electric refrigerator is invented.

    The first electric refrigerator is invented.

  • Solar cells are first invented.

    Solar cells are first invented.