E.C. Goodwin, whose full name is Edward Charles Goodwin, was an American inventor and entrepreneur known for his work in the field of electric power. He is most recognized for inventing the Goodwin Electric Rail, a type of streetcar system. Goodwin's innovations contributed to the development of urban transportation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His contributions were part of the broader transition to electric-powered public transit systems during that era.