Leonardo Yap Jun-Ze SJKC Sin Ming
With the increasing threat of climate change and global water scarcity, there is an urgent need for smarter, self-reliant agricultural solutions. The Hydro-Smart Solar Oasis is a self-sustaining prototype designed to maximize resource efficiency through automation. This project integrates two primary environmental conservation strategies: Active Rainwater Harvesting and Precision Automated Irrigation, all powered by a carbon-neutral energy source.
The system features a custom-designed catchment roof that channels rainwater into a central reservoir, reducing reliance on treated municipal water. At the core of the "Oasis" is an Arduino microcontroller programmed to serve as an intelligent water manager. By utilizing a soil moisture sensor to monitor the garden's environment in real-time, the system triggers the Auto-Watering mechanism only when a moisture deficit is detected. This prevents over-irrigation and ensures that every drop of harvested water is used with maximum efficiency.
To achieve complete energy independence, the entire electronic circuit is powered by a Photovoltaic (Solar) Panel and a rechargeable battery unit. The Hydro-Smart Solar Oasis demonstrates a viable model for urban farming and sustainable landscaping, proving that technology can effectively bridge the gap between human needs and environmental preservation in alignment with United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 6 and 7.