Energy Efficient Heating - Bunyan, NSW 2630

Heating & Split Systems - Bunyan, NSW 2630

Welcome to the heating guide for Bunyan, situated in postcode 2630. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (COOMA NORTH SMHEC) at an elevation of 839 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1955 with the latest data recorded in 1970, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -10 degrees C, highlighting the necessity for energy-efficient heating systems. During these colder months (June, Juily and August), we see an average minimum temperature of -0.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 79.3% and 54.7% at 3 pm for this period. Together this can significantly affect the comfort levels in your home, making a comprehensive heating system essential not just for warmth but also for managing indoor humidity levels. Additionally, with wind gusts reaching up to km/h in Bunyan, a robust HVAC system, including options like energy-efficient electric heaters, gas heating or ducted heating, or a more complex hydronic or ducted heating systems, becomes a valuable investment for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Temperature & Weather in Bunyan

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Bunyan 2630

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Bunyan 2630

Mean days less than 2°C
Mean days less than 0°C
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

Bunyan 2630

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Bunyan 2630

Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
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Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

Bunyan 2630

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Bunyan

Jay Kelly Refrigeration

502, Barry Way, 2627

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Mountain Air & Sheet Metal

2 Kiparra Dr, 2628

Stay comfortable with Mountain Air & Sheet Metal

Cooma Betta - Fridges and Electrical

55 Sharp St, 2630

Quality appliances for every home

Snowy Mountains Heating and Cooling

1 /3 Percy Harris Street, 2630

Stay comfortable all year round with Snowy Mountains Heating and Cooling

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Bunyan
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bunyan: Cooma North Smhec - approx. 7.8 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

Bunyan 2630

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Bunyan

Snowy Regional Solar

11 Crawford Street, 2627

Power your home with the sun!

Monaro Energy

Berridale, 2628

We believe in providing energy sources that are natural.

Colin Mould Alpine Electrical

Berridale, 2628

Powering your future with the sun

Mick Allen Electrical

Adaminaby, 2629

Power your home with the sun

Community Heating Statistics - Bunyan, 2630

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

3°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Bunyan uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cooma North Smhec), which is at an elevation of 839 metres above sea level and started operating in 1955 with the latest data recorded in 1970, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Bunyan’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

86 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Bunyan uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cooma North Smhec), which is at an elevation of 839 metres above sea level and started operating in 1955 with the latest data recorded in 1970, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Bunyan will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

57%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Bunyan uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cooma North Smhec), which is at an elevation of 839 metres above sea level and started operating in 1955 with the latest data recorded in 1970, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Bunyan’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,160

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2630 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2630 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

$460 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 638.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2630, due to an energy-efficient 7-star split system for heating 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 Bunyan, 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

815 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2555kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2630, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated split system for heating 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 Bunyan, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

8,849 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2630 each day if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Bunyan, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,121 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2630 each day if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Bunyan, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$818,521 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2630 each year if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Bunyan, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,268 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2630 each year if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 NSW, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 2630 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

33,344 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2630 each year if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 NSW, 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

19,920,309 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2630 each year if all 3496 homes used a 7-star efficient split system or heating 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 NSW, 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 2630, which includes Bunyan, has a total 3496 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 3163 are houses, each with an average of 1.9 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1446 and with 61% homes mortgaged or rented, investing in energy-efficient heating options is even more essential to help reduce running costs and increase long-term financial savings for homeowners or renters.

When considering the demographics of Bunyan and 2630 more broadly, we discover there are 742 families with children. At the same time, 23.1% of the 8876 population are over 65 years old, while 2918 people also live with long-term health conditions. So eco-friendly and smart heating systems with advanced thermostats are particularly appealing for those more susceptible to the cold, like families with young children, older adults, and residents living with health conditions.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Bunyan

Bunyan, NSW, 2630 experiences a typical cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Bunyan is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The average minimum temperature during winter months ranges from 0 to 6 degrees Celsius, with the coolest month being July.

With such low temperatures during winter, heating is essential for the residents of Bunyan. Local heating businesses in Bunyan offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an efficient and cost-effective way to keep homes warm during the cold winter months. These systems provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use.

Moreover, residents in Bunyan can also consider harnessing solar power to power their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources and lowering electricity bills. Many heating businesses in Bunyan offer solar installation services, making it easier for residents to adopt sustainable heating solutions.

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