Automated Solar Production Monitoring and Alerts Workflow

This n8n workflow is designed to automate the monitoring of solar energy production data and send immediate alerts if production drops below a defined threshold. Initiated by a scheduled trigger every two hours, the workflow fetches real-time solar power data via an HTTP request from a designated API. It then processes this data using a code node to identify any low production entries, specifically where the total production is below 1000 MW. An ‘IF’ condition evaluates whether there are any such low-production records. If low production is detected, an email alert is sent to notify the relevant team immediately, highlighting the specific data point that triggered the alert. Conversely, if production levels are within acceptable limits, the data is logged into a Google Sheet for record-keeping. Additionally, a Slack notification summarizes the latest production levels, providing team visibility. This workflow ensures proactive management of solar energy systems by delivering timely alerts and maintaining comprehensive records, ideal for energy management teams and facilities monitoring solar power plants.