Per Egypt Independent, Dr. Wassim al-Sisi declared that “pyramids were power plants” but then proceeded to counter that perspective. Chatrooms and forums are abuzz with similar sentiments of confusion, naysaying, and affirmations. The working theory, as presented by Scholar Works at Bridgeport, puts forth a much more sensible reason for the construction of Egypt’s infamous pyramids. The hypothesis suggests they were originally power sources, rivaling modern-day power plants in many ways. The theory is largely rooted in the fact that several of the structural components promote the generation, conduction, and/or insulation of electrical power. Examples of such materials include the quartz crystals that line each chamber’s interior. Notably, they are known for their ability to conduct electricity, and the white tufa limestone that can be seen on the exterior would have served to insulate and restrict electricity from escaping the confines of the pyramids.

If this theory were true, it would mean that the Queen Chamber served as host and interior chambers and passageways served as conductors. The Northern Shaft would have been a type of conduit, casting microwave signals all across the earth. Proponents of the theory point out the fact that the massive granite beams looming overhead do not serve the purpose of holding up the buildings and therefore must have been constructed with a different thought in mind. According to The Daily Star, KGB disclosed the following quote after an investigation into the Pyramids of Giza: “A magnetic repulsive force seemed to be emanating from the rock. We were unable to find any scientific explanation.”

While this theory would change everything we thought we knew about ancient Egypt, most experts concur that the electromagnetic fields do not exhibit attributes necessary to serve as large-scale electrical sources.