Solar Power Profile - Blackwater, QLD 4717
More than 448 homes in postcode 4717 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Blackwater.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,763 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,550 kWh per day, or 6,771 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,618.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,184,881.25 per year.
Blackwater and 4717 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 4,942.83 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 41,190,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Blackwater
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Blackwater: Blackwater Post Office - approx. 398 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Blackwater, 4717
Blackwater Demographics
Blackwater and the postcode of 4717 has a total population of 3811 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 2191 households in Blackwater, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2358 per week per household.
About 23% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Blackwater is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Blackwater, the average household could save 20.15% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $173170 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 2.14% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Blackwater is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Blackwater
Blackwater is a town located in Central Queensland, Australia. It is situated in the Central Highlands Region and is known for its coal mining industry. The town is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and is home to several natural attractions, including the Blackdown Tableland National Park and the Bedford Weir.
Blackwater experiences a hot semi-arid climate with long, hot summers and mild winters. The town enjoys an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, residents and businesses in Blackwater can benefit from high solar yields and significant energy savings.
Installing solar energy systems in Blackwater can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs, increasing energy independence, and reducing carbon emissions. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses can take advantage of government incentives and financing options to make their solar energy projects more affordable. With its abundant sunshine and favorable weather conditions, Blackwater is an excellent location for producing renewable energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.