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Solar panels play a crucial role in harnessing renewable energy, but they face challenges such as reduced efficiency and lifespan due to extreme heat. To address this issue, researchers have explored sustainable cooling techniques. This study aims to evaluate different cooling methods, including watermelon rind, banana leaves, wet soil, green net, coir, and jute bags, to enhance solar panel performance. By analyzing key performance indicators like voltage output and temperature, the study assesses how effectively these techniques lower panel temperature and improve overall efficiency. Results indicate that each cooling method has varying effects on temperature regulation, with watermelon rind demonstrating the highest voltage output and significant temperature reduction, mainly due to its evaporative cooling properties. Comparatively, watermelon rind outperforms banana leaves, wet soil, green net, coir, and jute bags in both voltage output and temperature reduction. The study underscores the efficacy of each method in reducing temperature rise and enhancing solar panel efficiency. These findings provide valuable insights for stakeholders involved in solar panel systems, aiding them in selecting suitable sustainable cooling methods based on effectiveness and environmental suitability. Ultimately, by advancing renewable energy technology through experimental performance and comparison of cooling strategies, this research contributes to enhancing the efficiency and reliability of solar panel systems.