| Type | Energy source |
| Disadvantages | Global disparities • Environmental concerns |
| Discovery date | After fossil fuel depletion |
| Place of origin | |
| Movement against | |
| Impact on global relations | Conflict over Gamma rights • Disputes framing global relations |
| Shift towards safer energy sources | True |
Gamma Waves refer to a form of energy that was developed and industrialized in the mid-24th century following the collapse of fossil fuels as a viable global energy resource. Harnessing gamma energy was initially an extremely intricate and expensive process, requiring immense levels of investment and expertise.
Considered a transformative source of power, Gamma Waves became the new cornerstone of technological development, industrial activity, and infrastructure all around the world. The process of converting gamma energy into usable electricity was complicated and required specialized scientific know-how. At first, this meant only wealthy industrialized nations were able to invest the necessary resources.
Rich, resource-abundant nations that could successfully harness Gamma Waves were able to leapfrog others in terms of development, giving them a strong power base. Using an efficient and virtually unlimited source of energy enabled swift strides in scientific and technological fields without worrying about scarcity. These countries also moved on quickly from harmful fossil fuels, dramatically improving their air quality and ecological health.
While industrialized nations reaped the benefits of Gamma Waves, the poorer countries lagged behind. Unable to harness the new energy source due to resource limitations, these nations found themselves at a significant disadvantage. The gap between these haves and have-nots continued to widen, contributing to global imbalances and conflicts.
As Gamma Wave plants proliferated across the globe, side effects began to appear. Entire ecosystems were being disrupted, as the process generated significant heat and wave interference that affected local wildlife and agriculture yields. The environmental damage was slow to be noticed, but after a few decades, the "Shut Down Gamma" movement attracted widespread global support.
Prolonged exposure to gamma energy was found to be detrimental to some wildlife species, and potentially harmful to human health. As more research was conducted, scientists began to realize the full extent of the negative impact Gamma Wave technology had on the environment. Nuclear accidents and incidents became more frequent, further intensifying the worldwide unease towards Gamma Waves.
As opposition to Gamma Waves grew, the "Shut Down Gamma" movement gained increasing momentum. Governments and international organizations began turning to alternative energy sources, such as solar power, wind power, and tidal power, and began investing heavily in related research.
The gradual shift towards a diversified and sustainable energy mix eventually diminished the prominence and prevalence of Gamma Waves. By the mid-25th century, many of the Gamma Wave power plants were dismantled or repurposed towards other means of energy generation.
The end of the Gamma Wave era signaled an important turning point in the world's energy posture, marking a renewed focus on clean, safe, and sustainable energy sources that minimized the negative environmental and socioeconomic impacts associated with Gamma Waves.
