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Solar Power Profile - Coongoola, QLD 4490

More than 347 homes in postcode 4490 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Coongoola, Barringun, Cunnamulla, Cuttaburra, Humeburn, Jobs Gate, Linden, Noorama, Tuen, Widgeegoara and Yowah.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,305 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,307 kWh per day, or 4,127 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 $722,234.625 per year.

Coongoola and 4490 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 3,012.71 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 25,105,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4490

301st

State Wide

1607th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Coongoola

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4490

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4490

Daily Avg Sunshine in Coongoola
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Coongoola: Wallen - approx. 18.7 km

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Line Force Electrical

Cunnamulla, 4490

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Community Solar Statistics - Coongoola, 4490

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Homes With Solar

347

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 4490 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 Coongoola based on the average solar system size for 4490, 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

$1,031,764/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

2,305 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4490 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

11,307 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 Coongoola. 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

4,127 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 Coongoola. 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

13

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 4490 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

$722,235/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 4490. 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

$6,913,800

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4490, 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

3,013 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4490 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

42,178 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4490 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

25,105,917 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4490 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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Coongoola Demographics

Coongoola and the postcode of 4490 has a total population of 1411 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 835 households in Coongoola, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 920 per week per household.

About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Coongoola is $707/month. By installing solar power in Coongoola, the average household could save 24.85% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $213507 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 4.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Coongoola is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Coongoola

BARRINGUN QLD 4490 is a small town located in the remote outback of Queensland, Australia. Despite its small size, BARRINGUN offers a unique experience for visitors with its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The town is situated in the heart of the Mulga Lands Bioregion, which is known for its diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the nearby Barringun Range National Park, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges.

With its sunny weather and high solar irradiance, BARRINGUN is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime location for solar panel installations. Solar installers in BARRINGUN can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Despite potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings, solar power remains a viable and sustainable energy source for BARRINGUN residents.

Installing solar energy in BARRINGUN can provide numerous benefits for the local community. It can help reduce energy costs, increase energy independence, and reduce carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, solar power can also help attract new businesses and industries to the area. By investing in solar energy, BARRINGUN can become a leader in sustainable energy production and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

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