IC2 Classic Power Generation

To run your factory, you must generate EU. There are several methods ranging from simple to highly complex.

Basic Generators

• Generator: Burns solid fuel (Coal, Wood) to produce 10 EU/t.
• Geothermal Generator: Consumes Lava buckets or cells to produce 20 EU/t.
• Solar Panel: Produces 1 EU/t during the day. IC2 Classic includes 'Compact Solars' (LV, MV, HV Solar Arrays) to save space.
• Wind Mill: Produces EU based on height and surrounding air space. Be careful: high winds can break them if not reinforced.
• Water Mill: Produces small amounts of EU when surrounded by water or fed water buckets.

Advanced Generation

• Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (RTG): Uses Pellets of RTG Fuel to provide constant, low-output power forever without consuming the fuel.
• Nuclear Reactor: The ultimate power source. It uses Uranium fuel rods and requires complex cooling systems (Heat Vents, Coolant Cells) to prevent a catastrophic meltdown.