Abstract

In recent years, Uganda has significantly increased the use of
renewable energy sources, particularly solar and wind power. These energy
sources are especially crucial in rural and remote areas where connecting to
the national grid is challenging. Renewable Energy Sources (RES) have
proven to be cost-effective alternatives to traditional energy sources, which
often require substantial investments in transmission and distribution
networks. This study focuses on designing and implementing a hybrid
renewable energy system that integrates both solar and wind power. The
research successfully established a reliable and continuous power supply for
the community through the combination of wind and solar energy. The hybrid
power generation system operates by simultaneously monitoring solar and
wind energy using an ACS712 current and voltage sensor. Controlled by a
microcontroller, the system employs dual-channel relay switches to activate
the power source with sufficient energy to charge the battery. The programming for this system was conducted using C++ and Arduino software. This study highlights the vast potential within the field of sustainable energy. With rapid and economical electricity production, this hybrid system paves the way toward a greener future, where our energy needs can be met in an environmentally friendly manner.