Electric Vehicles Bamboo, QLD 4873
The 4873 postcode area, including Bamboo, Bailey Creek, Bonnie Doon, Cape Tribulation, Cassowary, Cooya Beach, Cow Bay, Dagmar, Daintree, Dedin, Diwan, Finlay Vale, Finlayvale, Forest Creek, Kimberley, Low Isles, Lower Daintree, Miallo, Mossman, Mossman Gorge, Newell, Noah, Rocky Point, Shannonvale, Spurgeon, Stewart Creek Valley, Syndicate, Thornton Beach, Upper Daintree, Whyanbeel, Wonga and Wonga Beach, is home to 2384 vehicles. Among these, 69 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 Bamboo, Bailey Creek, Bonnie Doon, Cape Tribulation, Cassowary, Cooya Beach, Cow Bay, Dagmar, Daintree, Dedin, Diwan, Finlay Vale, Finlayvale, Forest Creek, Kimberley, Low Isles, Lower Daintree, Miallo, Mossman, Mossman Gorge, Newell, Noah, Rocky Point, Shannonvale, Spurgeon, Stewart Creek Valley, Syndicate, Thornton Beach, Upper Daintree, Whyanbeel, Wonga and Wonga Beach are emitting approximately 7178 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4873 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, Whyanbeel Valley, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 176 km per day during the summer month of January, and 129 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 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 Bamboo, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Bamboo
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bamboo: Whyanbeel Valley - approx. 4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bamboo: Whyanbeel Valley - approx. 4 km
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Bamboo EV Demographics
With a population of 6036 people, Bamboo has 2384 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 919 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 975 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 490 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Bamboo and a combined 69 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 Bamboo electric car charging stations. For the 1681 homes that already have solar panels in the 4873 postcode, being 55% of the total 3029 homes in this community, Bamboo 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 sunny Queensland, Bamboo is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, blessed with 5.28 kW/m²/day of solar irradiation (equivalent to 19 MJ/m²/day), has seen EV registrations surge by 97% since 2021 – jumping from 35 electric vehicles to 69 in just two years. While plug-in hybrids like the MG HS PHEV currently dominate local driveways, battery-electric models such as the Toyota bZ4X and Kia Niro BEV are gaining traction among Bamboo’s 6,036 residents.
For those exploring public charging options, Bamboo itself doesn’t currently host any stations. However, nearby facilities within a 20km radius cater to both residents and visitors. Popular charging points in surrounding areas typically feature:
- Fast-charging hubs at major shopping centres
- Destination chargers near tourist attractions
- Convenient AC stations at medical facilities These locations generally offer CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, compatible with most Australian EVs including the popular LDV eT60 ute and Land Rover Discovery Sport PHEV.
Major charging networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks service the region, ensuring compatibility across brands. The CCS2 standard dominates for DC fast charging (ideal for the Kia Niro’s 45-minute 10-80% boost), while Type 2 connectors handle AC charging for overnight top-ups.
Bamboo’s solar potential makes home charging particularly appealing. A typical 6kW solar system here generates about 26kWh daily – enough to fully power a Toyota bZ4X (535km range) for a week’s commute. Pairing solar panels with a home charger like the popular Zappi can slash charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. For the LDV eT60’s larger battery, a 10kW solar setup could cover 90% of its 26.9kWh/100km consumption.
Local EV owners rave about charging during daylight hours to maximise solar savings. ‘Time-of-use’ electricity plans further optimise costs for nighttime charging, blending solar generation with off-peak rates.
Considering the jump to electric? Bamboo’s solar-rich climate makes home charging installations a smart investment. Local installers can help design systems tailored to your EV’s needs – whether you’re juicing up a compact Kia Niro or power-hungry LDV ute. Start your sustainable driving journey today by exploring solar-charged solutions that keep both your vehicle and wallet full.