ERS - Energy Routing System
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ERS – Energy Routing System
Bring advanced, renewable energy infrastructure to Project Zomboid.
ERS is a modular late-game energy framework that introduces realistic power generation, storage, and automated distribution fully integrated with weather and survival gameplay.
User Guide link:
[url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3683579573]https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3683579573[/url]
[i]A true off-grid energy management system for long-term survival.[/i]
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Core Systems
ERS currently includes three fully simulated renewable energy systems:
Renewable Energy Systems
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[*] [b]Solar Energy[/b] – Output based on time of day and weather.
[*] [b]Wind Energy[/b] – Dynamic production based on wind strength and storms.
[*] [b]Hydraulic Energy[/b] – Stable, constant power when placed near rivers.
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Solar and wind react dynamically to environmental conditions.
Hydraulic turbines provide reliable base-load energy independent of weather.
[b]Note:[/b] Hydraulic turbines must be placed on land adjacent to water due to engine limitations. They function when near a valid water source.
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Energy Storage & Automation
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[*] Controller-based energy routing
[*] Automatic charging & discharging of batteries
[*] Intelligent fallback to vanilla generators
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Energy Routing & Automation
[b]Use an Energy Distribution Controller to manage your power grid.[/b]
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[*] Automatic energy routing
[*] Priority-based power allocation
[*] Device grouping (lighting, refrigeration, industry, etc.)
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Generator Fallback (Vanilla-Compatible)
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[*] Vanilla generators act as emergency backup
[*] Automatically activate only when renewable storage is depleted
[*] Shut down when renewable energy becomes available again
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Weather & Environment Integration
[b]Energy production dynamically reacts to:[/b]
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[*] Clear weather
[*] Cloud cover
[*] Storms
[*] Snow
[*] Wind intensity
[*] Day / night cycles
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User Interface
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[*] Central controller UI for full grid management
[*] Dedicated status panels for batteries, turbine and solar panels
[*] Visual indicators for production, storage, and routing
[*] Clear role separation (Master / Slave batteries)
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How to Use – Energy Routing System
This mod adds a complete off-grid energy management system to Project Zomboid, allowing you to generate, store, route, and prioritize energy sources in a realistic way.
1. Place an Energy Routing Controller
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[*] Obtain an Energy Routing Controller.
[*] Place it inside or near your base.
[*] This controller is the brain of your energy network.
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Without a controller, no energy will be routed.
2. Add Power Sources
You can connect multiple energy sources to the controller:
[b]Solar Panels[/b]
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[*] Produce energy during daytime.
[*] Efficiency depends on weather and panel condition.
[*] No production at night.
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[b]Wind Turbines[/b]
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[*] Produce energy day and night.
[*] Output depends on wind strength and weather.
[*] Highly variable but strong during storms.
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Each generator has its own efficiency, bonus, and degradation.
3. Add Batteries (Energy Storage)
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[*] Batteries store excess energy in kWh.
[*] Stored energy is used when production is lower than consumption (night, calm wind, bad weather).
[*] Batteries are automatically charged and discharged by the controller.
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4. Open the Energy Routing Controller UI
Right-click the controller to open the Energy Routing Panel.
The UI shows:
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[*] Total energy production (W)
[*] Energy consumption (W)
[*] Stored energy (kWh)
[*] Battery autonomy (estimated hours)
[*] Current weather and system status
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5. Degradation and Maintenance
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[*] Solar panels, wind turbines and turbine hydraulic degrade over time.
[*] Lower integrity reduces efficiency.
[*] Below critical integrity, devices stop producing energy.
[*] Maintenance and repairs are required to keep systems operational.
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Features
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[*] Dynamic weather integration
[*] Degradation & maintenance system
[*] SP / MP compatible (B42.13+)
[*] Optimized performance and consumer scanning
[*] Advanced UI & energy overlay
[*] All the objects need to be found throughout the world by looting.
[*] There is no crafting for the items (batteries, energy controller, solar panels, wind turbine, hydro turbine, etc.).
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[b]Energy is powerful — but never free.[/b]
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How to Repair Energy Producers
The producers degrade over time and require maintenance to remain operational.
Repair Method
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[*] Repairs are done via the [b]contextual menu[/b].
[*] Right-click the energy producer and select:
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[b]"Repair Energy Producer"[/b]
Crafting recipes are NOT used for repairs.
Required Tools (for all repairs)
• Screwdriver
• Pliers
Tools are not consumed, they degrade by 1 point per use..
Solar Panel Repair Required items
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[*] 4 × Solar Panel Components (individual panels)
[*] 2 × Electric Wire
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Wind Turbine Repair Required items
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[*] 6 × Electronics Scrap
[*] 4 × Electric Wire
[*] 2 x Wind Turbine Motor
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Turbine Hydraulic Repair Required items
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[*] 1 x Turbine Helice
[*] 4 x Electronics Scrap
[*] 2 x Electric Wire
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Electricity Skill Requirements
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[*] Electricity level 2 – Connect energy equipment
[*] Electricity level 4 – Turn generators ON / OFF
[*] Electricity level 6 – Repair energy producers
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Repair Notes
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[*] Repairs restore integrity and efficiency.
[*] Severely degraded producers may stop generating power until repaired.
[*] Multiple repairs may be required over time.
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[i]If the repair option does not appear, check your Electricity skill level and required materials.[/i]
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Compatibility
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[*] Compatible with vanilla electrical devices
[*] Does NOT replace vanilla power systems
[*] Compatible with most infrastructure mods
[*] B42.13 and all versions higher than this one SP/MP
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Planned Expansions
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Servers are allowed to include this mod in their modpacks and apply internal changes,
as long as proper credit is given to the original creator.
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