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Solar Power Profile - Maclean, QLD 4280

More than 6770 homes in postcode 4280 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Maclean, Flagstone, Glenlogan, Jimboomba, North Maclean, Riverbend, South Maclean and Stockleigh.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 46,037 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 200,645 kWh per day, or 73,235 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $12,816,199.375 per year.

Maclean and 4280 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 53,461.55 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 445,512,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4280

36th

State Wide

88th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Maclean

1-6kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4280

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4280

Daily Avg Sunshine in Maclean
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Maclean: Maclean Bridge - approx. 900 m

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Maclean

OTI Power

OTI Power

991 Stanley Street East, 4169

Owners. Tenants. Investors

Ecoelectric

Ecoelectric

35 Moolingal Street, 4074

Smart Solar ~ Made Simple

SFR Electrical

SFR Electrical

Kedron, 4031

Safe . Fast . Reliable

NG Solar

NG Solar

Oxenford, 4210

We are local electricians that live on the Gold Coast.

Community Solar Statistics - Maclean, 4280

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Homes With Solar

3,647

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 4280 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

$897/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Maclean based on the average solar system size for 4280, 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

$10,373,609/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

25,896 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4280 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

113,497 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 Maclean. 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

41,306 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 Maclean. 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

230

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 4280 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

$7,261,470/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 4280. 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

$78,254,014

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4280, 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

30,103 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4280 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

423,890 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4280 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

252,427,430 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4280 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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Maclean Demographics

Maclean and the postcode of 4280 has a total population of 19881 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 6555 households in Maclean, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 2095 per week per household.

About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Maclean is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Maclean, the average household could save 8.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $70373 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 1.76% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Maclean is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Maclean

Flagstone is a rapidly growing suburb located in the Logan City region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 45 km south-west of Brisbane and 10 km south of Jimboomba. The town has a range of modern facilities including a shopping centre, schools, parks, and sporting fields. The Flagstone Adventure Park is a popular attraction for families and features a water play area, playground, and picnic facilities. Another notable landmark is the Flagstone Creek Conservation Park, which offers scenic hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Flagstone experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 5-6 hours of sunlight per day, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. Solar installers in Flagstone can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is generally north-facing with a tilt angle of 27-30 degrees. Shading issues can be minimized by careful placement of solar panels and regular maintenance. With an average solar yield of 4.2 kWh per day per kW installed, solar power is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly energy source for households and businesses in Flagstone.

By installing solar panels in Flagstone, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on grid electricity and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions and requires minimal maintenance. In addition, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates for solar power installations, making it an affordable option for many households and businesses. By choosing to invest in solar power, Flagstone residents can enjoy lower energy bills, increased energy independence, and a cleaner environment.

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