Edison's Electric Light Company

Edison’s Electric Light Company was founded by Thomas Edison in 1878 to develop and promote electric lighting. It played a key role in commercializing electrical power and lighting systems, creating the first practical incandescent light bulb and establishing infrastructure for electricity distribution. The company aimed to replace gas lighting with safer, more efficient electric lighting, transforming urban environments and daily life. It laid the groundwork for modern electrical utilities, emphasizing innovation, infrastructure, and the push for widespread adoption of electric lighting in homes, streets, and businesses.