Historical Energy Events: Most information was found at http://alternativeenergy.procon.org/view.timeline.php?timelineID=000015
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The dutch begin to build windmills
In the 1590's, the Dutch learn to build windmills. They originally used these to keep the water currents back. However, they soon became energy sources and are still used today. photo found at: www.touropia.com
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Coal
Coal begins to take the place of other energies in this time era. This was caused by the shift in population and industry. -
Steam engine
The first steam engine was developed in this year, in England. This was used to pump water out of coal mines. photo found at: en.wikipedia.org -
Gas Wells
In this year, the first natural gas well in the United States was drilled. It was mostly used to create a source of light. photo found at: www.energyindustryphotos.com -
Coal is used for trains
In this year, coal starts to be used to power trains. This will be helpful in America, as the civil war is soon to come. photo found at: www.history.com -
Solar power system
The first solar power system was developed in this year. It was developed in france. It was used for machinary in need of steam. This was a method created around the time that people began to worry about nonrenewable sources running out. Photo found at: www.mtu.edu -
Standard Oil and Petroleum
In this year, John D. Rockefeller develops his standard oil monopoly and petroleum as two major energy sources in the United States. Over the decade, these began to be used more and more. Photo showing Rockefeller and his son found at: en.wikipedia.org -
Windmills and Electricity
Windmills had been built years before by the dutch. In this year, they began to be built to generate electricity. Photo found at: www.crystalinks.com -
Hoover Dam
In this year, the hoover dam was built. This became the world's largest hydroelectric plant of until 1948. It was built in Arizona. Photo found at: www.crystalinks.com -
Nuclear power reactor
This nuclear power reactor was the first to generate electricity. It was built in Idaho. This method was successful and is still used. Photo found at: www.virginianuclear.org
