Electricity dates back to the ancient Greeks and their experiments with static electricity.
There are many more people, discoveries, and innovations that have shaped the development of this important field however here are the key milestones.
1600s
William Gilbert coins the term “electricity” and discovers that certain materials can be charged by rubbing them together.
1752
Benjamin Franklin conducts his famous kite experiment, proving lightning is a form of electricity.
1800s
Alessandro Volta invents the battery, providing a steady source of electricity.
1820s – 1830s
Michael Faraday discovers the principles of electromagnetic induction, laying the foundation for the generation of electricity.
1880s – 1890s
The first commercial power plants are built, using steam engines to generate electricity.
Late 1800s – Early 1900s
AC (Alternating Current) systems become widespread, thanks to their efficiency in transmitting power over long distances.
Late 1900s – Early 2000s
Advances in technology lead to the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power.
