Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Glenthompson, VIC 3293

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Glenthompson, VIC 3293

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Glenthompson, located in postcode 3293. Using the nearest weather station data from HAMILTON AIRPORT at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1983 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Glenthompson experiences summers that have reached up to 45 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -3.8 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 9 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 6.5 days less than 2 degrees C. These fluctuations underscore the importance of a reliable air conditioning service that can handle both extremes.

In the hotter months, we notice an average humidity level around 71% at 9am and 41% at 3pm, which can significantly impact home comfort on hot days. So a well-rounded Aircon system won't just keep your home cool, it will also help manage these humidity levels. Additionally, Glenthompson experiences wind speeds of up to 19.4 km/h, making a smart HVAC system, Split System Air Conditioner, Evaporative Cooler, or Ducted Air Conditioning that can adjust to external factors an excellent investment.

Temperature & Weather in Glenthompson

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

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Avg Days Over 30°C
Avg Days Over 35°C
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Average Number of Hot Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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3 Star Energy Rating
5 Star Energy Rating
7 Star Energy Rating
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)

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Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Glenthompson

Scotts Betta - TV's, Fridges & Electrical Appliances

111 Dunlop St, 3272

Quality appliances for your home

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Fox Refrigeration Ltd

19 Abbott St, 3300

Cooling and Heating Specialists

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Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

135, French Street, 3300

Your Heating and Plumbing Experts

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Split 'N' Stawell Heating & Cooling

40 Lake Rd, 3377

Stay comfortable all year round with Split 'N' Stawell Heating & Cooling

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Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Glenthompson
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glenthompson: Hamilton Airport - approx. 4 km

Split System 5 Star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Glenthompson

Creek Electrical Services

287 Mill Road, 3300

Power your home with the sun's energy

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Ted Finchett

135 135 French Street, 3300

Power your life with the sun's energy

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Waremac Refrigeration & Electrical Contractors

104 104 Darlington Rd, 3272

Your Trusted Electrical & Refrigeration Experts

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Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Glenthompson, 3293

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

24°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Glenthompson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Glenthompson’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

32 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Glenthompson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Glenthompson will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

43%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Glenthompson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Glenthompson’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

139

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3293 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3293 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$456 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3293, due to an energy-efficient 7-star air conditioning split system compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Glenthompson, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

1,825 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3293, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated air conditioning system when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Glenthompson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

695 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3293 each day if all 139 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Glenthompson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$174 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 139 each day if all Glenthompson homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Glenthompson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$63,419 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3293 each year if all 139 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Glenthompson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

211 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3293 each year if all 139 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3293 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

2,948 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3293 each year if all 139 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

1,754,597 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3293 each year if all 139 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Glenthompson and the postcode of 3293 has a total 139 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Glenthompson 138 are houses, 0 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 0 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 39% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 46%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 19%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 0% of census results did not specify the number of bedrooms

Typically we see that the bigger the home, then the more it costs to heat and cool, and with 2.2 number of people per household and with 71% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 3293, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Glenthompson

Glenthompson is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. Known for its pleasant weather, Glenthompson experiences a temperate climate throughout the year. The average annual maximum temperature in Glenthompson is around 19 degrees Celsius, with the hottest months being January and February, where temperatures can reach up to 25 degrees Celsius. The cooler months of June and July have average maximum temperatures of around 13 degrees Celsius.

With the warm summers in Glenthompson, having a reliable cooling system is essential. One popular option for residents is split system air conditioning. Split systems provide efficient cooling by circulating cool air throughout the home, ensuring a comfortable environment even during the hottest months. Additionally, split systems offer the advantage of being able to provide heating during the cooler months, making them a versatile choice for year-round comfort.

Considering the increasing focus on sustainability, residents in Glenthompson can also explore the possibility of using solar power to power their air conditioning units. Solar-powered split systems harness the energy from the sun, reducing reliance on traditional electricity sources and lowering energy costs. By opting for a solar-powered split system, residents can enjoy the benefits of cooling their homes while minimizing their environmental impact.

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