Energy Efficient Heating - Lower Thredbo, NSW 2627

Heating & Split Systems - Lower Thredbo, NSW 2627

Welcome to the heating guide for Lower Thredbo, situated in postcode 2627. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (CHARLOTTE PASS (KOSCIUSKO CHALET)) at an elevation of 1755 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1930 with the latest data recorded in 2015, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -23 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 -5.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 89.7% and 87.7% 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 Lower Thredbo, 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 Lower Thredbo

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Lower Thredbo 2627

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Lower Thredbo 2627

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

Lower Thredbo 2627

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Lower Thredbo 2627

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

Lower Thredbo 2627

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Lower Thredbo

Jay Kelly Refrigeration

Jay Kelly Refrigeration

502, Barry Way, 2627

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Upper Murray Refrigeration

Upper Murray Refrigeration

173 indi North road, corryong, Victoria, 3707, 3707

Stay comfortable, save energy!

HCP Services

HCP Services

Experience comfort with HCP Services

Snowy Mountains Heating and Cooling

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 Lower Thredbo
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lower Thredbo: Charlotte Pass (kosciusko Chalet) - approx. 589 m

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

Lower Thredbo 2627

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lower Thredbo

Snowy Regional Solar

Snowy Regional Solar

11 Crawford Street, 2627

Power your home with the sun!

Mick Allen Electrical

Mick Allen Electrical

Adaminaby, 2629

Power your home with the sun

Community Heating Statistics - Lower Thredbo, 2627

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

-1°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Lower Thredbo uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Charlotte Pass (kosciusko Chalet)), which is at an elevation of 1755 metres above sea level and started operating in 1930 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Lower Thredbo’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

174 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Lower Thredbo uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Charlotte Pass (kosciusko Chalet)), which is at an elevation of 1755 metres above sea level and started operating in 1930 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Lower Thredbo will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

77%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Lower Thredbo uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Charlotte Pass (kosciusko Chalet)), which is at an elevation of 1755 metres above sea level and started operating in 1930 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Lower Thredbo’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

822

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2627 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2627 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

$587 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 1368.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2627, 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 Lower Thredbo, 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

2,913 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 5475kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2627, 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 Lower Thredbo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

14,974 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2627 each day if all 1784 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 Lower Thredbo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,602 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2627 each day if all 1784 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 Lower Thredbo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,383,364 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2627 each year if all 1784 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 Lower Thredbo, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,851 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2627 each year if all 1784 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 2627 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

56,371 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2627 each year if all 1784 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

33,665,996 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2627 each year if all 1784 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 2627, which includes Lower Thredbo, has a total 1784 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1246 are houses, each with an average of 2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2124 and with 43% 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 Lower Thredbo and 2627 more broadly, we discover there are 455 families with children. At the same time, 12.1% of the 5263 population are over 65 years old, while 1213 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 Lower Thredbo

Lower Thredbo, located in NSW, 2627, experiences a cool temperate climate with distinct seasons. Winters in Lower Thredbo are characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 0°C to 5°C, making heating a necessity for residents during this time of year.

With the average yearly minimum temperature in Lower Thredbo being around 2°C, it is crucial for residents to have efficient heating systems in place. One popular option for heating in this town is split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and cooling, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and can be controlled individually, allowing residents to adjust the temperature according to their preferences.

Considering the abundance of sunlight in Lower Thredbo, utilizing solar power to run split system heating units is a viable and environmentally friendly option. By installing solar panels, residents can harness the power of the sun to reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their carbon footprint. Local heating businesses in Lower Thredbo can provide expert advice on the installation of split system heating and solar panels, ensuring residents stay warm and comfortable throughout the winter months.

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