Solar Power Profile - Gol Gol, NSW 2738
More than 430 homes in postcode 2738 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gol Gol, Paringi, Mallee, Monak and Trentham Cliffs.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,506 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,961 kWh per day, or 7,286 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,938.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,275,008.875 per year.
Gol Gol and 2738 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 5,318.78 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 44,323,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2738
347th
State Wide
1201st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gol Gol
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gol Gol: Mildura Se - approx. 7.2 km
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Gol Gol Demographics
Gol Gol and the postcode of 2738 has a total population of 1988 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 817 households in Gol Gol, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 2064 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gol Gol is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Gol Gol, the average household could save 14.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $121417 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 2.74% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gol Gol is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gol Gol
GOL GOL is a small town located in the south-western region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Murray River, offering stunning views of the river and surrounding landscapes. GOL GOL is known for its peaceful and friendly community, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of GOL GOL is the abundance of sunshine hours. The town experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in GOL GOL is 30-35 degrees to the north, with minimal shading issues. With such ideal conditions, solar yields in GOL GOL are high, making it a perfect location for solar installers and renewable energy companies.
Installing solar panels in GOL GOL has numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, lowering carbon emissions, and increasing the value of your property. The town has a supportive local government, which encourages the use of renewable energy sources. By installing solar panels in GOL GOL, you can take advantage of the government incentives and rebates available to homeowners and businesses. In addition, investing in solar power can help create a sustainable future for the town and the planet as a whole.