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Solar Power Profile - Boulia, QLD 4829

More than 170 homes in postcode 4829 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Boulia, Amaroo, Bedourie, Min Min, Sturt, Toko, Warenda and Wills.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,653 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,739 kWh per day, or 3,190 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,257.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $558,203.625 per year.

Boulia and 4829 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 2,328.7 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 19,405,833 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4829

319th

State Wide

1765th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Boulia

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4829

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4829

Daily Avg Sunshine in Boulia
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Boulia: Boulia Airport - approx. 672 m

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Community Solar Statistics - Boulia, 4829

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Homes With Solar

138

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 4829 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

$1,414/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Boulia based on the average solar system size for 4829, 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

$385,323/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

638 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4829 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

4,064 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 Boulia. 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

1,381 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 Boulia. 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

8

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 4829 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

$269,678/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 4829. 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

$2,396,759

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4829, 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

965 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4829 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

15,599 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4829 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

9,380,735 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4829 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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Boulia Demographics

Boulia and the postcode of 4829 has a total population of 388 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 255 households in Boulia, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1571 per week per household.

About 20% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Boulia is $1020/month. By installing solar power in Boulia, the average household could save 26.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $228712 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 3.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Boulia is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Boulia

Located in the heart of Queensland, AMAROO QLD 4829 is a small, charming town that boasts a range of natural attractions and features. Surrounded by the picturesque mountain ranges of the Great Dividing Range, AMAROO is an ideal location for those who love the great outdoors. Visitors can explore the nearby Carnarvon National Park, which is home to a range of native wildlife and stunning landscapes. Other popular attractions in the area include the Mount Moffatt section of the Carnarvon National Park, which features ancient Aboriginal rock art, and the Sapphire Gemfields, where visitors can try their hand at fossicking for precious gems.

AMAROO QLD 4829 is blessed with an abundance of sunshine, making it a prime location for solar power. With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, the town is an ideal location for those looking to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in AMAROO is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, it's important to take into account any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields. With the help of experienced solar installers in the area, homeowners and businesses can take advantage of the town's sunny climate to generate their own renewable energy, reducing their reliance on traditional power sources and saving money on their energy bills.

Installing solar panels in AMAROO QLD 4829 offers a range of benefits, both for the environment and for individual households and businesses. By generating their own renewable energy, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner, healthier planet. In addition, solar power can help to reduce the strain on the electricity grid, ensuring a more reliable and secure energy supply for everyone. With the help of local solar installers, households and businesses in AMAROO can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own clean, renewable energy, saving money and helping to build a more sustainable future.

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