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Solar Power Profile - Greenethorpe, NSW 2809

More than 55 homes in postcode 2809 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Greenethorpe.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 336 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,430 kWh per day, or 522 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $91,341.25 per year.

Greenethorpe and 2809 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 381.06 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 3,175,500 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 2809

595th

State Wide

2324th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Greenethorpe

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Greenethorpe: Greenethorpe (iandra) - approx. 5.3 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Greenethorpe

Stag Electrical

2594

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Josh Powderly Electrician

Young, 2594

Power your home with the sun's energy

Eco Living Electrical

Canowindra, 2804

Power your life with the sun's energy

Josh Gardiner Electrical

Cowra, 2794

Powering your future with the sun

Community Solar Statistics - Greenethorpe, 2809

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Greenethorpe Demographics

Greenethorpe and the postcode of 2809 has a total population of 188 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 90 households in Greenethorpe, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1037 per week per household.

About 79% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Greenethorpe is $582/month. By installing solar power in Greenethorpe, the average household could save 23.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $204347 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 3.08% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Greenethorpe is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Greenethorpe

Greenethorpe is a small town located in the central west region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated approximately 350 kilometres west of Sydney and 50 kilometres south of the regional city of Forbes. Greenethorpe is known for its rich agricultural history and is surrounded by vast farmlands and rolling hills.

One of the main attractions in Greenethorpe is the Greenethorpe Heritage Trail. The trail takes visitors on a journey through the town's history, showcasing the many historic buildings and landmarks that have shaped the town's identity. Other attractions include the Greenethorpe War Memorial and the Greenethorpe Hotel, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Greenethorpe's sunny climate and low levels of rainfall make it an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, with peak hours occurring between 10am and 3pm. Solar installers in Greenethorpe can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is approximately 30 degrees facing north. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels in the area. Despite this, solar yields in Greenethorpe are high, making it a great location for renewable energy.

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