Clean Energy • Deployed in Rural Ethiopia

Smart Solar Irrigation & Remote Monitoring

A reliable solar-powered water pumping system that lets farmers and operators control irrigation remotely, protect water resources, and eliminate diesel costs.

100% Solar
Zero Fuel Cost
No diesel needed
Mobile Signal
Live Telemetry
Updates in seconds
Save Water
Up to 40% Saved
Soil moisture sensor
GPS Map
Locate Stations
Finote Selam & Kebeles
Simple Overview

How the Solar Village System Works

Four simple parts connect the physical farm to the online portal.

1

Solar Power & Well

Solar panels power the submersible pump and charge the 24V battery so water is pumped cleanly without diesel fuel.

2

Smart Sensors

Probes in the soil measure hydration. Sensors in the pipe count water flow, while well probes ensure the pump never runs dry.

3

Mobile Cloud Link

The controller sends readings over the cellular network every few seconds directly to the secure cloud database.

4

Web App & Control

Farmers and operators can view live water flow on a satellite map and start or stop pumps remotely from any phone.

Hardware Equipment (01 - 05)

The Physical Hardware System

Durable, water-resistant components built for off-grid rural farming.

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Field Kit & SensorsPhoto 01

Field Kit & Sensors

Complete Hardware Package

All-in-one kit with the ESP32 micro-controller, soil moisture probe, water flow sensor, real-time clock, and water level probes.

ESP32 Micro-controllerCapacitive Soil SensorWater Flow SensorWell & Tank Probes
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Weatherproof Box & Antenna

Durable Protective Enclosure

A sealed aluminum enclosure that protects the electronics against rain, heat, and dust, with a mobile antenna for remote connectivity.

Rugged Aluminum BoxCellular & GPS AntennaSafe Relay SwitchOvervoltage Protection
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Battery & Field Assembly

Rechargeable Solar Power

Technician assembling the 24V rechargeable battery pack and controller. Keeps the pump working reliably with stored solar energy.

24V Rechargeable BatterySafe Power ConnectorsBuilt-in Battery GuardSunCulture Compatible
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Power Controller Board

Main Electronic Board

The circuit board that regulates power from the solar panel and safely turns the submersible water pump on and off.

Motor Power SwitchPower RegulatorsEasy Sensor TerminalsCurrent Sensor
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Farm Installation & Testing

On-Site Commissioning

Hands-on calibration and testing of sensors, water flow, and remote controls before handing the system over to the farmer.

Sensor CalibrationLive Pumping TestRemote Signal VerificationAutomatic Safety Cutoff

Built For Rural Reliability

Every unit is tested to ensure the pump automatically shuts off when the well water is low or when crops have sufficient soil moisture.

Works in extreme sun and heat
Automatic pump protection
Rechargeable 24V solar battery
View Registered Pumps
Software Platform (06 - 09)

The Mission Control Web Platform

Manage farmer accounts, locate pumps on satellite maps, and switch relays remotely.

Satellite Farm Map
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Satellite Farm Map

Locate Deployed Pumps

View all solar pump stations on an interactive satellite map with GPS pins. Easily find any farmer and check if their station is online.

Features:
Exact GPS location for each pump
Filter by village or kebele
Search by farmer name
Live online status indicators
Field Work & Implementation (10 - 13)

Project Progress & Field Implementation

Real-world assembly, on-site technician training, and farm installation in rural communities.

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Assembly Work
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System Assembly

Hardware Assembly & Integration

The engineering and technical team assembling the system components, micro-controller modules, and protective enclosure.

Team-based system assemblyWiring harness integrationPower regulation checkEnclosure fitting
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Assembly Work
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System Assembly and Preparation

Assembly Stage & Preparation

Detailed assembly-stage preparation, mounting internal control circuitry, calibrating sensors, and pre-deployment verification.

Assembly-stage verificationControl circuit mountingFirmware upload & testingPre-deployment QA checks
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On-Site Training
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On-Site Training for Assemblers

Local Capacity Building

Providing comprehensive hands-on training directly on-site to the assemblers, technicians, and local farm team on system operation and maintenance.

Hands-on assembler trainingFarm team capacity buildingTroubleshooting protocolsSafe handling guidelines
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Farm Assembly
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System Assembly at the Farm

Field Installation & Deployment

The team assembling and installing the solar pumping system and field sensor network directly at the farm site for active agricultural use.

On-farm system installationSolar array connectionSubmersible pump mountingLive water delivery test

Community-Driven & Locally Supported

Assembly, commissioning, and training take place directly in the community. Local technicians and farmers are trained on-site to operate, inspect, and maintain the systems sustainably.

Real Impact

Why Farmers Love Solar Village

Simple technology delivering direct value to rural communities.

No Diesel Fuel Costs

Powered 100% by the sun. Farmers no longer spend valuable income buying expensive fuel or transporting heavy jerrycans.

Saves Ground Water

Soil sensors ensure crops receive the exact amount of water needed, preventing water waste and protecting local water tables.

Saves Daily Labor

Farmers save hours each day by controlling the pump from home instead of walking long distances to manually turn on generators.

Ready to Access the Portal?

Log in to view live GPS maps, control pumps, and see water and power history.

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