WMS for Solar Labs in Maharashtra ITIs

In alignment with India’s growing focus on renewable energy education, Aeron Systems partnered with the Government of Maharashtra to deploy Weather Monitoring Stations (WMS) across Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under a dedicated Solar Lab initiative.

Project Background

The Government of Maharashtra launched a forward-looking initiative to establish Solar Labs in 48 ITI institutes, aimed at equipping students with practical exposure to renewable energy technologies. This initiative complements national programs such as:

• PM-KUSUM

• PM Surya Ghar Yojana

These programs are accelerating solar adoption across India and simultaneously increasing demand for skilled and semi-skilled professionals in the renewable energy sector.

Recognizing this demand, the Solar Lab initiative focuses on bridging the skill gap between academic learning and industry requirements.

Objective

The primary goal of the project was to:

· Provide hands-on technical training on environmental parameters affecting solar plant performance

· Enable students to understand real-world solar plant operations and performance analytics

· Develop industry-ready talent equipped with practical knowledge of instrumentation and data interpretation

Solution Delivered

Aeron Systems designed and deployed a compact, portable, and student-friendly Weather Monitoring Station tailored specifically for educational use, while maintaining industry-grade performance standards.

Key Features of the System

· Portable, rugged, and easy-to-use design

· Plug-and-play configuration for quick learning

· Independent power supply for flexible deployment

· Designed for safe and repeated handling by students

Sensors & Components Included

· Data Logger with independent power source

· Air Temperature Sensor

· Relative Humidity Sensor

· Barometric Pressure Sensor

· Solar Radiation Sensor (Class-B category)

· Solar Module Temperature Sensor

· Wind Speed & Wind Direction Sensors

· Rainfall Sensor

· Metal tripod for installation

· Protective carry case for transport and storage

Implementation Approach

The project involved close collaboration between:

· Educational consultants

· ITI institutions

· Government stakeholders

Aeron Systems not only supplied and commissioned the systems but also contributed to defining the technical requirements to ensure the setup aligns with both educational outcomes and industry practices.

Additionally, structured technical and practical training sessions were conducted to familiarize students with:

· Environmental data acquisition

· Sensor operation and maintenance

· Impact of weather parameters on solar energy generation

Impact & Outcomes

The deployment of Weather Monitoring Stations across ITIs has created a practical learning ecosystem with measurable benefits:

· Enhanced Learning Experience
Students gain hands-on exposure to real-world solar plant instrumentation

· Improved Technical Understanding
Clear insights into how environmental factors influence solar generation

· Data-Driven Learning
Live data enables performance analysis, loss identification, and efficiency improvement

· Industry Readiness
Students are better prepared to transition into roles within the renewable energy sector

· Strengthened Industry-Academia Collaboration
Direct engagement between technology providers and educational institutions

Conclusion

This initiative marks a significant step toward building a skilled workforce for India’s renewable energy future. By integrating industry-grade weather monitoring technology into educational environments, Aeron Systems is contributing to the development of talent capable of supporting the country’s ambitious solar growth targets.

The project not only reinforces Aeron Systems’ leadership in solar instrumentation but also highlights its commitment to innovation, education, and sustainable development.

Author : Mr. Sagar Pathak