On This Day: First Hydroelectric Plant Opens

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On Sept. 30, 1882, the world's first hydroelectric power plant began operation in Wisconsin, producing enough energy to supply three buildings.

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Janet

Portland, OR

Why don't we have more of these in operation?

Mozack

Since: Oct 09

Appleton, WI

just a thought... 6 months we have snow in WI.. how hydro power works?????

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