Electric Vehicles Meerschaum Vale, NSW 2477
The 2477 postcode area, including Meerschaum Vale, Alstonvale, Alstonville, Bagotville, Cabbage Tree Island, Dalwood, East Wardell, Goat Island, Lynwood, Pearces Creek, Rous, Rous Mill, Tuckombil, Uralba, Wardell and Wollongbar, is home to 4714 vehicles. Among these, 146 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that3% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Meerschaum Vale, Alstonvale, Alstonville, Bagotville, Cabbage Tree Island, Dalwood, East Wardell, Goat Island, Lynwood, Pearces Creek, Rous, Rous Mill, Tuckombil, Uralba, Wardell and Wollongbar are emitting approximately 11963 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2477 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Meerschaum Vale (barden), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 100 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 10 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Meerschaum Vale, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Meerschaum Vale: Meerschaum Vale (barden) - approx. 2.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Meerschaum Vale: Meerschaum Vale (barden) - approx. 2.3 km
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Meerschaum Vale EV Demographics
With a population of 12236 people, Meerschaum Vale has 4714 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1633 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1976 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1105 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 10 public ev charging stations in Meerschaum Vale and a combined 146 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Meerschaum Vale electric car charging stations. For the 3669 homes that already have solar panels in the 2477 postcode, being 69% of the total 5295 homes in this community, Meerschaum Vale EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Nestled in the Northern Rivers region, Meerschaum Vale is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, blessed with sunny days averaging 4.97 kW/m² of solar radiation daily, has seen EV registrations surge by 118% since 2021 – jumping from 67 to 146 electric vehicles on local roads. With 5,295 homes and growing EV adoption, let’s explore how residents and visitors keep their vehicles powered.
Public Charging Made Easy Within a 20km radius of Meerschaum Vale, 10 public charging stations offer convenient options for top-ups. The Meerschaum Vale Shopping Complex hosts a 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2) – perfect for grabbing a coffee while your BMW 3 Series PHEV charges. Nature lovers appreciate the dual-port 22kW AC charger at Riverside Scenic Reserve, compatible with Type 2 connectors used by popular models like the Volkswagen Touareg PHEV. For those needing a reliable charge near essential services, Valley Medical Centre provides 7kW AC charging ideal for longer stays.
Charging Networks & Compatibility Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks service the area, with Tesla Superchargers available 25km north in Lismore. Most stations support CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors – the standard for Australian-spec EVs. Whether you drive a Renault Kangoo BEV (7kW charging capable) or a luxury Lexus UX BEV (560km range), you’ll find compatible charging. CHAdeMO ports remain limited but available at select locations.
Solar Charging: Power from the Aussie Sun With solar radiation converting to 4.97 kW/m²/day, Meerschaum Vale homes can generate 20-30kWh daily from a 5kW system – enough to fully charge a Lexus UX BEV (12.8kWh/100km) every 2-3 days. Pairing solar panels with a home charger slashes charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. For the average driver covering 15,000km annually, this could mean $700+ yearly savings.
Making the Switch Simpler As EV options diversify – from the practical $61,990 Renault Kangoo to the luxurious Rolls-Royce Spectre – Meerschaum Vale’s infrastructure keeps pace. Considering a home charger? Local solar installers can design systems that offset both household and EV energy use, often with government rebates available. With 18 battery-only EVs now registered locally, the shift to sun-powered driving is clearly charging ahead.
Ready to harness Meerschaum Vale’s solar potential for your EV? Our network of certified installers can help design a home charging solution that turns sunlight into kilometres. Contact us today to explore options tailored to your vehicle and energy needs.