To Design and Implement an IOT-based Solar Monitoring and Data Acquisition System using ESP8266

With the increasing need and awareness for using efficient and sustainable energy resources, solar energy has emerged as a key alternative to traditional energy sources, and its widespread adoption requires the development of an advanced solar monitoring and data acquisition system. This report presents a solar monitoring system that will provide real-time data monitoring on various solar panel parameters, which provides insights for maintaining the efficiency and productivity of the solar panel output. The model is designed on a rooftop college solar panel in which of two solar PV panels connected together in series connection. Based on the panel parameters and specifications, the sensing elements for the system are decided. These sensing devices sense the various system parameters at a given time interval and send them to a cloud for the storage of data with the help of the microcontroller. Simultaneously, the data is displayed with the help of an IOT platform for the users. In the study, the model of the monitoring system was tested at various time intervals throughout the daytime, and the outcome was achieved. This system works on a microcontroller which is a Wi-Fi-enabled module that enables data storage and representation. Smart Solar Monitoring and Data Acquisition Systems provide real-time access to data, allowing operators to make informed decisions promptly, enhancing system efficiency, and enabling remote monitoring