Wind is One of the Oldest Forms of Energy
Wind power dates back to at least 5000 B.C., with the earliest known use for powering sails. Early sailors were not just the first to figure out an easier way to get from Point A to Point B. They laid the groundwork for humankind’s understanding of important concepts such as thermodynamics and lift. These principles were integral to other innovations, beginning with the very first windmills, which were powered by sails. These devices were used as mills and water pumps, and paved the way for an agricultural revolution by automating otherwise time-consuming activities.
