---
tags:
  - solar-irradiance
  - climate-data
  - geospatial
  - renewable-energy
  - Sri-Lanka
  - datasets
---

# Dataset Card for Solar Irradiance Data in Sri Lanka

## Table of Contents
- [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents)
- [Dataset Description](#dataset-description)
  - [Dataset Summary](#dataset-summary)
  - [Supported Tasks and Leaderboards](#supported-tasks-and-leaderboards)
  - [Languages](#languages)
- [Dataset Structure](#dataset-structure)
  - [Data Instances](#data-instances)
  - [Data Fields](#data-fields)
  - [Data Splits](#data-splits)
- [Dataset Creation](#dataset-creation)
  - [Curation Rationale](#curation-rationale)
  - [Source Data](#source-data)
  - [Annotations](#annotations)
  - [Personal and Sensitive Information](#personal-and-sensitive-information)
- [Considerations for Using the Data](#considerations-for-using-the-data)
  - [Social Impact of Dataset](#social-impact-of-dataset)
  - [Discussion of Biases](#discussion-of-biases)
  - [Other Known Limitations](#other-known-limitations)
- [Additional Information](#additional-information)
  - [Dataset Curators](#dataset-curators)
  - [Licensing Information](#licensing-information)
  - [Citation Information](#citation-information)
  - [Contributions](#contributions)

## Dataset Description

- **Homepage:** [SolarGIS](https://solargis.com)
- **Repository:** [SolarGIS Data Repository](https://solargis.com/resources/free-maps-and-gis-data?locality=sri-lanka)
- **Paper:** [Not available]
- **Leaderboard:** [Not available]
- **Point of Contact:** [Not available]

### Dataset Summary

This dataset provides solar irradiance data for Sri Lanka, including historical and current solar radiation measurements. The data is vital for renewable energy applications, particularly in solar energy generation.

### Supported Tasks and Leaderboards

This dataset can be used for tasks related to solar energy forecasting, climate modeling, and geographical information systems (GIS) analysis.

### Languages

The dataset is available in English.

## Dataset Structure

### Data Instances

The dataset includes various instances of solar irradiance measurements recorded over different time periods across various locations in Sri Lanka.

### Data Fields

Data fields include:
- Date
- Time
- Solar irradiance (W/m²)
- Location (latitude, longitude)

### Data Splits

The dataset is generally available as a single collection without specific training/test splits but can be divided based on time periods or geographic regions for analysis.

## Dataset Creation

### Curation Rationale

The dataset is curated to support research and development in solar energy, promoting the use of renewable energy resources in Sri Lanka.

### Source Data

#### Initial Data Collection and Normalization

The data is sourced from solar radiation measurement stations across Sri Lanka, normalized to ensure consistency.

#### Who are the source language producers?

Data is produced by various meteorological and research institutions.

### Annotations

#### Annotation process

The data does not require extensive annotations, as it is based on direct measurements.

#### Who are the annotators?

Not applicable.

### Personal and Sensitive Information

The dataset does not contain personal or sensitive information.

## Considerations for Using the Data

### Social Impact of Dataset

The dataset supports initiatives for increasing renewable energy adoption in Sri Lanka, aiding in climate change mitigation efforts.

### Discussion of Biases

There may be geographical biases in data availability, depending on the density of measurement stations.

### Other Known Limitations

Data accuracy may vary based on equipment calibration and environmental factors influencing solar radiation measurements.

## Additional Information

### Dataset Curators

[Not available]

### Licensing Information

Data usage is governed by SolarGIS's terms and conditions.

### Citation Information

When using the dataset, please cite SolarGIS as the data source.

### Contributions

Thanks to [@github-username](https://github.com/<github-username>) for adding this dataset.