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In Richmond, VA commercial production of coal first begins.
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In Fredonia, NY the first natural gas well is drilled.
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The windmill becomes popular as a water pumping tool for westerners and railroads.
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In Titusville, Pennsylvania Edwin Drake first drills for oil.
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With the inverntion of car's, the oil industry increases its production, making oil the most popular source of energy.
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In California the world's first geothermal power plant is built.
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Solar cells were first used for power by a U.S. satellite in orbit.
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Congress passes act to stimulate development of hydrogen power.
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U.S. announces first framework for development of wind energy.
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Government gave $467 million dollars in funding was given for solar and geothermal energy.
