Why is so much of the energy you use today in the form of electricity?

Answer 1

Because it is so easy to generate the energy in one place and use it in another.

Other forms of energy generally require either having the source of the energy be right there where it's going to be used (think of a mill by a river), or else require transporting some fuel.

With electricity, there can be a generating plant outside of town, and you can use it any place there's a wire. It is delivered instantly and silently, and with a relatively small loss and cost.

Also, because electric devices can be small and quiet compared to those using most other forms of energy.

Answer 2

Electricity is a versatile and convenient form of energy because it can be easily generated, transmitted over long distances with minimal losses, and converted into different forms of energy such as light, heat, and motion. Additionally, advancements in technology have led to the development of more efficient and sustainable electricity generation methods, such as solar and wind power, further contributing to its widespread use.