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Solar Power Profile - Bournewood, NSW 2868

More than 156 homes in postcode 2868 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bournewood, North Yeoval, Obley and Yeoval.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,016 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,453 kWh per day, or 1,625 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $284,435.375 per year.

Bournewood and 2868 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 1,186.25 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 9,885,417 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 2868

543rd

State Wide

1969th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Bournewood

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 2868

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 2868

Daily Avg Sunshine in Bournewood
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bournewood: Yeoval Post Office - approx. 7.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Bournewood

NSW Country Solar

NSW Country Solar

29 Lee Street, 2820

Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers

Redfern Power Solutions

Redfern Power Solutions

66 Lee Street, 2820

Power your future with solar energy

Community Solar Statistics - Bournewood, 2868

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Homes With Solar

156

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 2868 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,852/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Bournewood based on the average solar system size for 2868, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$406,336/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Bournewood, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

1,016 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 2868 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

4,453 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Bournewood. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

1,625 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Bournewood. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

6

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 2868 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$284,435/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 2868. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$3,048,300

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 2868, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

1,186 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2868 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

16,608 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2868 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

9,885,417 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2868 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Bournewood Demographics

Bournewood and the postcode of 2868 has a total population of 520 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 232 households in Bournewood, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1190 per week per household.

About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bournewood is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Bournewood, the average household could save 15.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $132653 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 2.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bournewood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Bournewood

BOURNEWOOD NSW 2868 is a charming town located in the central west of New South Wales, Australia. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with the surrounding landscape featuring rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque rivers. Visitors to BOURNEWOOD can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and camping. The town also boasts a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the BOURNEWOOD Courthouse and the BOURNEWOOD Railway Station.

With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, BOURNEWOOD is an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys a sunny and dry climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in BOURNEWOOD is generally facing north with a tilt angle of around 30 degrees. While there may be some shading issues in certain areas, overall the town has excellent solar yields.

Installing solar energy in BOURNEWOOD is a smart choice for both homeowners and businesses. Solar power can help reduce energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increase property values. There are a number of reputable solar installers in the area who can help guide you through the process of installing solar panels. By harnessing the power of the sun, BOURNEWOOD can continue to thrive as a sustainable and environmentally-friendly community.

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