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Geothermal
The world's first commericial geothermal power plant was built in 1911, at the Larderello dry steam field, powering many areas. -
Robert Moses Niagara Hydroelectric Power Station
The plant located in Lewiston, New York, diverts water from Niagara Falls and converts it too energy. Named after Robert Moses. -
Jimmy carters speech
President jimmy carter delivers his famous energy conservation speech. He also created the department of energy. -
First wind farm
The first U.S. wind farm was created in new hampshire. -
Nuclear energy
For the first time nuclear energy generated more electricity than oil in the U.S. -
First solar plant
The first solar energy plant was created in dagget california. -
Exon valdez oil spill
Occured in Prince William Sound, Alaska spilled 260,000 to 750,000 barrels of oil into US waters. Considered to be one of the most devasting human cause enviromental disasters. -
First electric car.
General motors release's the first electric car at the greater los angeles auto show. -
Energy star
Energy star is introduced by the U.S. enviromental protection agency. -
George bush signs a energy bill.
George bush signs a comprehensive energy bill.
