Electric Vehicles Mount Liebig, NT 0872
The 0872 postcode area, including Mount Liebig, Aherrenge, Ali Curung, Alice Springs, Amata, Amata, Amoonguna, Antewenegerrde, Areyonga, Ayers Rock, Docker River, Erldunda, Ernabella, Ernabella (pukatja), Finke, Fregon, Gibson Desert North, Haasts Bluff, Imampa, Indulkana, Indulkana (iwantja), Jay Creek, Kings Creek Station, Kintore, Macdonnell Range, Mulga Bore, Murputja Homelands, Pitjantjatjara Homelands, Santa Teresa, Telegraph Station, Thangkenharenge, Ti Tree, Uluru, Umpangara, Urapuntja, Wanarn, Warakurna, Willowra, Yuelamu, Yuendumu, Yulara, Ampilatwatja, Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Anatye, Anmatjere, Atitjere, Ayers Range South, Barrow Creek, Burt Plain, Canteen Creek, Chilla Well, Costello, Davenport, De Rose Hill, Engawala, Ghan, Gibson Desert South, Hale, Hart, Hart Range, Hermannsburg, Hugh, Imanpa, Ininti Store, Irrunytju, Iwantja, Kalka, Kaltjiti, Kaltukatjara, Kanpa, Kanpi, Kiwirrkurra, Kulgera, Kunparrka, Lake Mackay, Lambina, Laramba, Mantamaru, Mereenie, Mimili, Mount Zeil, Murputja, Mutitjulu, Namatjira, Napperby Station, Ngaanyatjarra-giles, Nyapari, Nyirripi, Papulankutja, Papunya, Patjarr, Petermann, Pipalyatjara, Pukatja, Sandover, Simpson, Tanami, Tara, Tieyon, Titjikala, Tjirrkarli, Tjukurla, Umuwa, Wallace Rockhole, Watarru, Watinuma, Wilora, Wingellina, Wutunugurra and Yunyarinyi, is home to 1749 vehicles. Among these, 5 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 that0% 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 Mount Liebig, Aherrenge, Ali Curung, Alice Springs, Amata, Amata, Amoonguna, Antewenegerrde, Areyonga, Ayers Rock, Docker River, Erldunda, Ernabella, Ernabella (pukatja), Finke, Fregon, Gibson Desert North, Haasts Bluff, Imampa, Indulkana, Indulkana (iwantja), Jay Creek, Kings Creek Station, Kintore, Macdonnell Range, Mulga Bore, Murputja Homelands, Pitjantjatjara Homelands, Santa Teresa, Telegraph Station, Thangkenharenge, Ti Tree, Uluru, Umpangara, Urapuntja, Wanarn, Warakurna, Willowra, Yuelamu, Yuendumu, Yulara, Ampilatwatja, Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Anatye, Anmatjere, Atitjere, Ayers Range South, Barrow Creek, Burt Plain, Canteen Creek, Chilla Well, Costello, Davenport, De Rose Hill, Engawala, Ghan, Gibson Desert South, Hale, Hart, Hart Range, Hermannsburg, Hugh, Imanpa, Ininti Store, Irrunytju, Iwantja, Kalka, Kaltjiti, Kaltukatjara, Kanpa, Kanpi, Kiwirrkurra, Kulgera, Kunparrka, Lake Mackay, Lambina, Laramba, Mantamaru, Mereenie, Mimili, Mount Zeil, Murputja, Mutitjulu, Namatjira, Napperby Station, Ngaanyatjarra-giles, Nyapari, Nyirripi, Papulankutja, Papunya, Patjarr, Petermann, Pipalyatjara, Pukatja, Sandover, Simpson, Tanami, Tara, Tieyon, Titjikala, Tjirrkarli, Tjukurla, Umuwa, Wallace Rockhole, Watarru, Watinuma, Wilora, Wingellina, Wutunugurra and Yunyarinyi are emitting approximately 2263 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 0872 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, Mount Liebig, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 km per day during the summer month of January, and 135 km per day in July, with an annual average of 182 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Mount Liebig, 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 Mount Liebig: Mount Liebig - approx. 339 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Liebig: Mount Liebig - approx. 339 m
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Mount Liebig EV Demographics
With a population of 12789 people, Mount Liebig has 1749 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1220 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 356 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 173 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Mount Liebig and a combined 5 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 Mount Liebig electric car charging stations. For the 299 homes that already have solar panels in the 0872 postcode, being 7% of the total 4476 homes in this community, Mount Liebig 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 heart of Australia’s Northern Territory, Mount Liebig is witnessing a quiet revolution in sustainable transport. While electric vehicle adoption remains modest – growing from 8 combined EVs and plug-in hybrids in 2021 to 10 in 2023 (a 25% increase) – the community’s sun-drenched location and environmental awareness create ideal conditions for EV ownership. With 3,228 vehicles registered locally, this shift towards cleaner transport aligns perfectly with the region’s average solar radiation of 21.90 MJ/m²/day (equivalent to 6.08 kWh/m²/day), making solar-powered charging a smart choice for eco-conscious drivers.
Public EV charging infrastructure remains limited in Mount Liebig, with no dedicated stations currently available within a 20km radius. This means residents and visitors need to plan strategically, particularly for longer journeys. Many local EV owners combine home charging with destination charging during trips to Alice Springs (450km east) or Uluru (550km south), where major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks offer CCS2 and Type 2 connectors compatible with popular models like the Polestar 2 and BMW i7.
For daily charging needs, Mount Liebig’s solar potential shines. A typical 6.6kW solar system here can generate 26-32kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Polestar 2 (19.7kWh/100km) for 130-160km of driving using pure sunlight. With the BMW i7’s 625km range requiring about 138kWh for a full charge, pairing solar panels with home charging can reduce energy costs by 60-80% compared to petrol equivalents. Local favourites like the Peugeot 408 PHEV and Land Rover PHEVs benefit particularly well, as their smaller batteries (requiring 2-4 hours solar charging) suit the region’s sunshine patterns.
Most modern EVs in Mount Liebig use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, with CHAdeMO becoming less common. The Polestar 2’s 34-minute fast-charging capability (10-80% on 135kW chargers) demonstrates how future-proofed vehicles can maximise charging opportunities during regional trips. However, home remains the primary charging location – where a 11kW wallbox can fully charge a Range Rover Velar PHEV in 30 minutes using solar-generated power.
For Mount Liebig residents, the equation is clear: abundant sunshine plus smart charging equals both environmental and financial benefits. With electricity prices in remote NT locations often higher than urban centres, solar-powered home charging becomes particularly compelling. A typical household could offset their EV’s energy use with just 4-6 additional solar panels, paying off the investment within 3-5 years through fuel savings.
Ready to harness the Territory’s famous sunshine for your electric vehicle? Local solar installers can help design bespoke charging solutions that pair rooftop panels with smart chargers, ensuring your EV runs on pure Australian sunlight. Whether you’re charging a compact Peugeot PHEV or a luxury BMW i7, going solar transforms every kilometre into a sustainable journey through our stunning outback landscapes.