Abstract
Development of an affordable, solar-powered sensor network for continuous monitoring of urban river water quality, providing real-time data to environmental agencies and communities.
Research Methodology
Sensor prototype development, calibration against lab standards, deployment across 8 monitoring stations on the Yamuna river, and community engagement workshops with local stakeholders.
Key Findings
- Sensor unit cost 80% lower than commercial alternatives
- Detected 23 pollution events in real-time during 6-month deployment
- Data shared with Central Pollution Control Board for policy decisions
Publications
- Rao, S. & Singh, V. (2025). Affordable Water Monitoring. Environmental Science & Technology.