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Simorangkir, Arthur
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Perancangan PLTS pada Smart Greenhouse di Lahan Pertanian Wijaya Farm, Lembang, Bandung: Design of Off-grid Solar Power System for Smart Greenhouse at Wijaya Farm Agricultural Land, Lembang, Bandung Simorangkir, Arthur; Halim, Levin; Arthaya, Bagus
PengabdianMu: Jurnal Ilmiah Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Vol. 10 No. 7 (2025): PengabdianMu: Jurnal Ilmiah Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/pengabdianmu.v10i7.9561

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The problem of limited access to electricity in the agricultural sector will have a direct impact on the suboptimal operation of smart greenhouses, including irrigation systems, additional lighting, and sensor-based environmental monitoring. The absence of a reliable energy source makes it difficult for farmers to maintain the stability of the planting environment, especially in remote areas that are not covered by the PLN electricity network. This community service activity aims to design an off-grid Solar Power Plant (PLTS) system as an independent energy solution that is efficient, environmentally friendly, and accessible to farmers in the location. The methods used include direct surveys to obtain data on electricity load requirements, measuring location conditions to determine orientation and potential for solar radiation, and technical calculations of the system based on field data. The result of this activity is a PLTS system design with a 2320 Wp solar panel configuration, 3 kW inverter, and 48V 150Ah battery, which is projected to be able to meet the daily energy needs of 2880 Wh and can maintain greenhouse operations for two days without sunlight. This activity also provides benefits in increasing farmer literacy regarding solar energy technology and encouraging initiatives to implement similar off-grid PLTS systems independently. This community service activity shows that the design of an off-grid PLTS system based on actual needs has great potential to be replicated as a sustainable energy solution in the agricultural sector.
On-grid vs. off-grid photovoltaic systems for smart greenhouses: a techno-economic case study Simorangkir, Arthur; Halim, Levin
Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Vol 40, No 2: November 2025
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijeecs.v40.i2.pp545-557

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Integrating photovoltaic (PV) systems into agricultural applications has gained significant attention as a sustainable energy solution. However, the feasibility of on-grid and off-grid PV systems for smart greenhouse applications in Indonesia remains unclear. This study compares both systems' technical performance, economic viability, and regulatory challenges through simulations and case studies in Lembang, Bandung. The analysis considers solar radiation levels, shading effects, installation costs, energy independence, and long-term operational efficiency. Results indicate that while on-grid systems offer lower initial investment and seamless integration with the utility grid, regulatory constraints and limited capacity approvals pose significant barriers. Despite higher initial costs, off-grid systems provide energy independence and long-term cost benefits by eliminating dependency on grid electricity and avoiding bureaucratic hurdles. The study concludes that off-grid PV systems are a more practical and sustainable solution for smart greenhouse applications in Indonesia, mainly where grid connection processes are complex or unreliable.
Co-Authors Bagus Arthaya Halim, Levin