Hello, Ibgsloan!
Thank you for picking up the game & also for taking the time to leave in-depth feedback. Both are very much appreciated.
I'll keep your thoughts & impressions in mind as I continue to update & expand upon the game.
As a quick note:
Caretaker bonuses can be a bit of a slow burn, but over time they can really add up. Presently, the maximum energy savings bonus a single caretaker can produce (at the highest skill level + highest weekly performance) is 16%. But if you build all three Caretakers Quarters & expand them to hold 2 caretakers each (for a total of 6 caretakers), then you can actually net a 96% energy savings bonus at the maximum result. So, it can definitely be worthwhile to invest in them.