Dashboard
/Solar Management
AI-Powered Solar Monitoring Dashboard Design for EcoRay
Project Duration
Primary User Persona Analyzed
Major Competitors Researched
EcoRay
Solar Management
Services
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UX Research
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UI/UX Design
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Design System
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Prototyping
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Data Visualization
Timeline
Project Duration
Total Duration
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Research:
2-3 Days
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Wireframe:
4-5 Days
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UI Design:
7-10 Days
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Prototype:
2-3 Days
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Dev Handover:
2 Days
Tools & technology
Project team
Abdullah
UI/UX Designer
Abu Saieed Chowdhury
Senior UI/UX Designer
Sk Shihabul Islam
UI/UX Designer
The Challenge
Most solar dashboards focus on displaying data instead of helping users make decisions. People had to jump between multiple screens and identify issues on their own. Our challenge was to design an AI-powered dashboard that shows the right insights at the right time.
The Problem
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Scattered Data
Users struggled to find the performance metrics that mattered most.
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Data Without Context
Performance metrics were available, but hard to understand what affected system efficiency.
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Slow Issue Detection
Users didn't know about issues until they affected system performance.
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Complex Dashboard
Dense layouts and too much information made daily monitoring unnecessarily difficult.
Project Objectives
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Centralize Solar Operations
Present production, consumption, battery, and system health into one unified dashboard.
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Provide AI Insights
Use AI to analyze performance trends and recommend issues that require attention.
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Visualize Energy Flow
Highlight the metrics and build clear charts for battery status.
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Simplify Daily Monitoring
Design a clean interface that supports quick decisions with minimal effort.
User Research
We studied how homeowners and business owners monitored their solar systems to understand what information they checked most frequently. Those insights helped us shape the dashboard experience that makes monitoring solar performance easier.
Miracle S.
Sustainability-Focused Homeowner
38 Years Old | Solar System User
Demographics
Location:
Austin, TX
System:
Residential Solar Array
Frustrations
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Reading complex data tables was time-consuming.
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Monitoring battery health seemed technical.
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Spotting system inefficiencies took too long.
Goals
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Monitor panel performance with ease.
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Maximize energy efficiency using real-time tracking.
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Manage solar output without technical complexity.
Marcus T.
Cost-Conscious Business Owner
45 Years Old | Retail Store Owner
Demographics
Location:
Phoenix, AZ
System:
Commercial Rooftop Solar
Frustrations
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Unpredictable energy bills hurt profit margins.
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Tracking return on investment took too much time.
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Complex software required dedicated staff training.
Goals
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Monitor daily financial savings clearly.
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Export simple system performance reports.
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Reduce peak-hour electrical grid consumption.
Elena R.
Data-Driven Optimizer
32 Years Old | Systems Engineer
Demographics
Location:
Denver, CO
System:
Residential Solar with Battery Storage
Frustrations
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Advanced performance metrics were lost in basic applications.
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Delayed data syncing prevented fast system adjustments.
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Weather changes lacked clear correlations with energy generation.
Goals
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Access granular power efficiency charts.
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Track battery charge cycles accurately.
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View historical data alongside local weather patterns.
Information Architecture
We structured EcoRay around the way people check and manage solar systems. Related information stays connected, key metrics are always within reach, and every interaction follows a logical, task-focused flow.
Before Redesign
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Users struggled to find the solar data that mattered most.
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Unclear performance metrics block actual system efficiency.
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Performance issues were difficult to identify early due to delayed system updates.
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Too much data slowed down and made daily monitoring difficult.
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Complex digital interfaces make it difficult to track battery health.
After Redesign
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One dashboard provides a complete view of real-time solar performance.
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Live energy flow and system health are easy to monitor at a glance.
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AI-powered insights help users identify trends and improve efficiency.
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Clear visualizations make complex energy data easy to understand.
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The new interface secures an 88% user efficiency rating.
Wireframing
We tested multiple layouts to determine the most effective way to present solar data. Every wireframe focused on reducing visual noise and making AI-powered insights easy to understand at a glance.
User Vitals Dashboard
Key Decisions
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Prioritized energy balance as the primary dashboard metric.
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Placed system controls within easy reach.
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Grouped weather impact alongside performance data.
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Simplified efficiency metrics for quicker monitoring.
Interface Wireframe
Key Decisions
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Explored different layouts for solar analytics.
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Visualized battery health and historical trends.
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Made filters easy to find and use.
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Removed unnecessary decorative elements
Data Visualization
Key Decisions
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Stacked bar charts for clear energy sourcing.
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Radial gauges to visualize goal-driven energy balance.
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Used segmented bars to simplify weather impact.
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Refined visual hierarchy before high-fidelity design.
Visual Identity
We paired Manrope with a fresh green-and-yellow color palette to keep the dashboard clean, easy to scan, and aligned with EcoRay's sustainability mission.
The Solution
Instead of building another dashboard filled with charts and technical metrics, EcoRay combines real-time monitoring with actionable insights to make solar energy management easy to scan.
Feature 01
Real-Time Energy Tracking
The dashboard monitors power generation and consumption from a single screen, so users always know how their solar system is performing.
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Live Dashboards
View current energy generation, consumption, and system status in one place.
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Efficiency Metrics
Compare power output with weather conditions and historical trends.
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Battery Monitoring
Track battery health, storage levels, and charging performance over time.
80%
Usability Satisfaction
65%
Value Real-Time Tracking
Feature 02
AI-Driven Insights
AI compares historical performance and real-time system data to predict energy trends, detect potential issues, and recommend necessary system optimizations.
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Smart Notifications
Receive alerts before small issues affect system performance.
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Usage Predictions
Forecast energy production using weather and historical data.
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Optimization Tips
Get AI-powered recommendations to improve system efficiency.
88%
Efficiency Improvement
24/7
System Monitoring
Feature 03
Minimalist Data Visualization
The UI presents complex data through clean charts, clear visual hierarchy, and well-organized metrics. Every screen keeps the focus on what matters most.
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Clean Charts
Present trends with high contrast and minimal visual noise.
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Scannable Metrics
Group related KPIs into clear, easy-to-read cards.
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Performance Insights
Turn historical and live data into patterns users can understand at a glance.
100%
Accessible Design
0%
Technical Expertise Required
Feature 04
Accessible System Controls
The dashboard brings system controls into one place. Common actions stay easy to access, so users don't have to navigate multiple complex settings pages.
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Quick Toggles
Turn key system functions on or off in a single click.
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Customizable Views
Arrange dashboard widgets around individual monitoring preferences.
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Mobile Access
Track and manage the system from any device.
65%
Desire More Customization
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Centralized Hub
Dashboard Experience
Every screen follows the same design principles: clarity, consistency, and focus. Together, they reflect our expertise in designing connected experiences for complex energy workflows.
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