Solar Power Profile - Canberra International Airport, ACT 2609
More than 235 homes in postcode 2609 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Canberra International Airport, Canberra Airport, Fyshwick, Majura, Pialligo and Symonston.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,051 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 32,980 kWh per day, or 12,038 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $8,942.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,106,597.5 per year.
Canberra International Airport and 2609 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 8,787.74 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 73,231,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2609
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Solar Power in Canberra International Airport
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Canberra International Airport: Canberra Aero Comparison - approx. 342 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Canberra International Airport, 2609
Canberra International Airport Demographics
Canberra International Airport and the postcode of 2609 has a total population of 696 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 385 households in Canberra International Airport, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 1116 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Canberra International Airport is $2800/month. By installing solar power in Canberra International Airport, the average household could save 26.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $228712 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 15.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Canberra International Airport is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Canberra International Airport
CANBERRA AIRPORT ACT 2609 is located in the capital city of Australia, Canberra. The airport is situated approximately 8 kilometers from the city center and is the main airport serving the city. The airport is home to a variety of features and attractions, including duty-free shopping, restaurants, and cafes. Visitors can also enjoy the airport's observation deck, which offers stunning views of the runway and surrounding areas.
Canberra is known for its sunny weather, with an average of over 250 sunny days per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Canberra can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can maximize solar yields. While potential shading issues can affect solar panel efficiency, proper installation and maintenance can mitigate these issues.
By installing solar energy systems in Canberra, residents and businesses can benefit from renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint. Solar power can also provide cost savings on energy bills and increase property values. As the world continues to shift towards renewable energy sources, Canberra is leading the way in Australia with its commitment to sustainability and solar power.