Our project addresses the challenge of sustainable food production in urban communities where access to fresh produce can be limited due to space, cost, and environmental conditions. Students investigated how engineering and technology could support local food production while using fewer natural resources.
To address this challenge, our team designed and built an automated indoor garden system that allows plants to grow efficiently in a controlled environment. Students used the engineering design process to research plant growth requirements and develop a system that automates watering, lighting, and airflow. The garden uses programmable LED grow lights, automated irrigation, and student-written code to maintain optimal conditions for plant growth.
Through prototyping, testing, and iteration, students refined the system to improve plant health and reduce water waste. The project demonstrates how automation and smart agriculture technologies can make food production more sustainable, especially in urban settings with limited growing space.
This student-led project shows how engineering, coding, and environmental awareness can be combined to create innovative solutions that support food security and sustainable communities.
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