Solar Power Profile - Camoola, QLD 4730
More than 487 homes in postcode 4730 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Camoola, Brixton, Ernestina, Stonehenge, Chorregon, Ernestina, Longreach, Maneroo, Morella, Tocal and Vergemont.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,529 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 23,516 kWh per day, or 8,583 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,066 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,502,084.5 per year.
Camoola and 4730 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 6,265.59 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 52,213,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4730
246th
State Wide
1199th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Camoola
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Camoola: Ambo Station - approx. 11.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Camoola, 4730
Camoola Demographics
Camoola and the postcode of 4730 has a total population of 2658 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 1415 households in Camoola, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1623 per week per household.
About 44% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Camoola is $1188/month. By installing solar power in Camoola, the average household could save 21.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $184818 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 3.63% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Camoola is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Camoola
Brixton is a small town located in Queensland, Australia with a population of just over 100 people. Despite its size, the town has a few notable features and attractions that make it worth visiting. One of the most popular attractions is the Brixton Wind Farm, which consists of 31 wind turbines that generate renewable energy for the surrounding area. Visitors can take a tour of the wind farm and learn about the benefits of renewable energy.
In addition to the wind farm, Brixton is also home to a beautiful natural landscape that includes the nearby Peak Range National Park. This park is known for its stunning mountain ranges, including the Peak Range and the Expedition Range. The park offers visitors a chance to hike, camp, and explore the unique flora and fauna of the area.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Brixton is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent place to install solar panels. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy costs for residents and businesses. By working with local solar installers, residents of Brixton can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and harness the power of the sun to generate their own electricity.