Solar-Powered Hydroponic Microgreen Cultivation for Sustainable Agriculture
Hydroponic technologies are a great stride in agricultural practices and work as a significant solution to improve sustainability and reduce world hunger. This paper investigates an advanced technique for producing microgreens in a regulated environment that conserves water, reduces the negative effects of agricultural runoff on the environment, and permits effective agriculture in a variety of environments. The system's dependence on solar energy demonstrates its dedication to sustainability and presents a cost-effective solution, eliminating recurring energy expenses. A solar energy simulator and a software program are used for modeling the project system, considering factors such as heating, cooling, and specified dimensions. To verify the model's performance, real-time data from sensors within the container are gathered, examined, and evaluated by statistical methods in software like Excel. A system that completely uses renewable sources and an advanced controlling program are prepared to make the world a better place.
Authors
- Ammar Natsheh
- Hauwa T. Abdulrahman
- S. Taheri
- Mohamed Balah
- Yassine Benachour
- Khawla Binhaider
- Bashayer Bawazir
- Kaltham Al Tawash
- Sohad Abu-Elzait
Institutions
- Higher Colleges of Technology (AE)
- Appalachian State University (US)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2025-06-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/pvsc59419.2025.11132639
- Primary Topic
- Light effects on plants
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00