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Solar Power Profile - Armstrong Beach, QLD 4737

More than 1971 homes in postcode 4737 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Armstrong Beach, Campwin Beach, Colston Park, Grasstree, Plane Creek West, Shinfield, Blue Mountain, Freshwater Point, Sarina, Sarina Beach, Sarina Range and Sunnyside.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,499 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 64,298 kWh per day, or 23,469 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,107,034.75 per year.

Armstrong Beach and 4737 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 17,132.37 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 142,769,750 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4737

152nd

State Wide

594th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Armstrong Beach

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4737

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4737

Daily Avg Sunshine in Armstrong Beach
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Armstrong Beach: Plane Creek Sugar Mill - approx. 7.7 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Armstrong Beach

Energy Base

Energy Base

19A Juliet Street, 4740

Batteries. Accessories. Solar. Electrical.

All-Stacks Electrical

All-Stacks Electrical

4/25 Transport avenue, 4740

Expert local electricians in Mackay.

NQ Power Up Electrical

NQ Power Up Electrical

5 5/5 Industrial St, 4740

Power up your home with clean and efficient solar energy!

Powerfast Electrical

Powerfast Electrical

Mackay, 4740

Powerfast Electrical: Your Trusted Electrical Experts

Community Solar Statistics - Armstrong Beach, 4737

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Homes With Solar

1,971

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 4737 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

$2,108/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Armstrong Beach based on the average solar system size for 4737, 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

$5,867,193/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

13,499 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4737 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

64,298 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 Armstrong Beach. 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

23,469 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 Armstrong Beach. 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

78

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 4737 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

$4,107,035/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 4737. 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

$40,497,000

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4737, 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

17,132 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4737 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD. 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

239,853 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4737 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, 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

142,769,750 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4737 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, 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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Armstrong Beach Demographics

Armstrong Beach and the postcode of 4737 has a total population of 7362 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 3365 households in Armstrong Beach, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1650 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 Armstrong Beach is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Armstrong Beach, the average household could save 10.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87103 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 2.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Armstrong Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Armstrong Beach

Armstrong Beach is a small coastal town located in the Mackay Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque beaches, crystal-clear waters, and stunning views of the Coral Sea. Armstrong Beach is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, with plenty of opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, and other water-based activities.

With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day and an average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, Armstrong Beach is an ideal location for solar power generation. The town's coastal location also means that it benefits from the cooling sea breeze, which can help to keep solar panels at an optimal temperature for maximum efficiency. Local solar installers can advise on the best angle and orientation for solar panels, taking into account any potential shading issues.

By harnessing the power of the sun, Armstrong Beach residents can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. In addition, installing solar panels can help to reduce energy bills and increase the value of a property. With the help of local solar installers, Armstrong Beach residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and make the switch to solar power.

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