Energy Technology
Energy Technology improves positive power output.
Quick stats
| Effect at level 1 | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Solar Plant, Solar Satellite and Energy Cell Factory output | +5% |
The level-one energy bonus is 5%. Each fifth completed level adds another 5-percentage-point base amount before compounding the bonus by 1% per later level. Energy Cell Factory charges Fuel Cells rather than powering the grid.
Cost and access
Available from level 0 without a lab or research prerequisite. Level 1 costs 5 base RP; later levels grow exponentially before any other-domain tier surcharge. The Research screen shows the current quote and saved funding.
Purchase a completed level immediately with RP, or use automatic investment. Metal, crystal and deuterium are not research payments in 3.0. Physical Research Labs increase RP income, not purchase speed.
Each fifth level adds another initial amount before compounding the bonus itself by 1%. See tier progression.
When to invest
Buy an early level when power is limiting your mines. Compare another percentage point with the benefit of upgrading your local Solar Plant.