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Solar Power Profile - Upper Karuah River, NSW 2415

More than 101 homes in postcode 2415 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Upper Karuah River, Monkerai, Nooroo, Stroud Road and Weismantels.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 689 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,659 kWh per day, or 971 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 $169,843.625 per year.

Upper Karuah River and 2415 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 708.83 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 5,906,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 2415

563rd

State Wide

2095th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Upper Karuah River

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Upper Karuah River: Dungog - Main Creek (yeranda) - approx. 8.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Upper Karuah River

Walker Brothers Electrical

14 Neotsfield Ave, 2422

Whether your job is big or small, we’re here to help.

Incal Instrumentation

Sedgefield, 2330

Powering the future with solar energy

Elekmark Industries

Stroud, 2425

Power your future with solar energy

Community Solar Statistics - Upper Karuah River, 2415

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Upper Karuah River Demographics

Upper Karuah River and the postcode of 2415 has a total population of 374 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 171 households in Upper Karuah River, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1366 per week per household.

About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Upper Karuah River is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Upper Karuah River, the average household could save 8.52% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73188 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 2.34% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Upper Karuah River is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Upper Karuah River

Monkerai is a small town located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the Great Lakes Council local government area and is approximately 250 km north of Sydney. The town is surrounded by natural beauty, including the stunning Barrington Tops National Park and the Karuah River, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Monkerai is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters, providing optimal conditions for solar panel installations. Solar power is a sustainable and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs for residents and businesses in the area. Solar installers in Monkerai can help design and install solar systems that are tailored to the specific needs of each customer, taking into account shading issues and optimal panel angle and orientation.

Installing solar energy systems in Monkerai can provide a range of benefits for residents, businesses, and the environment. Not only can it help reduce energy costs and carbon emissions, but it can also increase property values and create jobs in the local economy. By harnessing the power of the sun, Monkerai can become a leader in renewable energy and contribute to a more sustainable future for generations to come.

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