Solar Power Profile - Lake Cowal, NSW 2671
More than 877 homes in postcode 2671 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lake Cowal, Alleena, Back Creek, Burcher, North Yalgogrin, West Wyalong and Wyalong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,302 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,616 kWh per day, or 10,080 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,763,972 per year.
Lake Cowal and 2671 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 7,358.4 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 61,320,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2671
280th
State Wide
990th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lake Cowal
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lake Cowal: Marsden (minoru) - approx. 16.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lake Cowal, 2671
Lake Cowal Demographics
Lake Cowal and the postcode of 2671 has a total population of 3572 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 1875 households in Lake Cowal, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1432 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lake Cowal is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Lake Cowal, the average household could save 13.75% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $118168 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 2.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lake Cowal is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lake Cowal
ALLEENA is a small town located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 30 km north of the town of Jerilderie and 80 km south of the city of Griffith. The town is known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Some of the town's features include a post office, a general store, and a pub.
One of the main attractions in ALLEENA is the nearby Cocoparra National Park, which is home to several mountain ranges such as the Cocoparra Range, the Griffith Range, and the Billabong Range. These ranges offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and are a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. Other nearby attractions include the Murrumbidgee River and the Lake Urana Wildlife Reserve.
Given its location in the sunny Riverina region, ALLEENA is an ideal place for solar power production. The town enjoys an average of 6-7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for installing solar panels. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels in ALLEENA, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources.