Power
Biomass, coal, fuel, nuclear energy and grid reliability.
9 entries · Reviewed 2026-10-28
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Biomass Burner
An early generator that consumes manually supplied organic fuel.
Coal Generator
An automated generator requiring solid coal and water as continuous inputs.
Fuel Generator
Converts suitable fuel into electricity after oil-refining progression.
Geothermal Generator
Extracts power from geothermal geysers with varying output characteristics.
Nuclear Power Plant
Uses prepared nuclear fuel and water to produce large amounts of electricity.
Power Storage
Stores excess grid production and can supply energy during temporary deficits.
Power Switch
Allows sections of a power network to be connected and isolated.
Priority Power Switch
Enables prioritized disconnection to protect essential loads when supply is inadequate.
Alien Power Augmenter
Alien technology can supplement a factory's electrical system after research.
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