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11. POWER MANAGEMENT, TRANSITION TO SOLAR, AND UTILITY SETUP
Cities: Skylines II

11. POWER MANAGEMENT, TRANSITION TO SOLAR, AND UTILITY SETUP

Learn to manage power in Cities: Skylines II, transitioning from gas/coal to solar and wind, and setting up utilities.

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Learn to manage power in Cities: Skylines II, transitioning from gas/coal to solar and wind, and setting up utilities.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Start your power generation with cheaper fossil-fuel options such as gas or coal.
  2. 2
    As you progress, transition to renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.
  3. 3
    Place solar and wind power facilities in low-pollution zones within your city.
  4. 4
    Monitor your city's electric availability to ensure you have enough surplus power.
  5. 5
    Export any excess energy to the grid.
  6. 6
    Connect all utility lines efficiently across your city.
  7. 7
    Consider incineration plants to support the power grid, even if electricity isn't their primary function.
Tips
  • Solar power is particularly beneficial for cleaner long-term expansion and potential achievement progress.
  • Aim to keep your electricity comfortably in the light-green range, meaning you have enough surplus for safety and export, but avoid massive overbuilding.

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