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Solar Power Profile - Maroon Dam, QLD 4310

More than 1809 homes in postcode 4310 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Maroon Dam, Lake Moogerah, Allandale, Anthony, Blantyre, Boonah, Bunburra, Bunjurgen, Burnett Creek, Cannon Creek, Carneys Creek, Coochin, Coulson, Croftby, Dugandan, Frenches Creek, Hoya, Kents Pocket, Maroon, Milbong, Milford, Mount Alford, Mount French, Roadvale, Templin, Wallaces Creek, Woolooman and Wyaralong.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,062 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 43,614 kWh per day, or 15,919 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,785,844.25 per year.

Maroon Dam and 4310 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 11,620.87 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 96,840,583 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4310

189th

State Wide

785th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Maroon Dam

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4310

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4310

Daily Avg Sunshine in Maroon Dam
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Maroon Dam: Pointro - approx. 2.9 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Maroon Dam

Volt Drop Electrical

Volt Drop Electrical

Springfield Lakes, 4300

Electrical - Air-Conditioning - Solar.

Impact Energy

Impact Energy

163 Greensward Rd, 4270

Top quality service for solar panel installation in the Brisbane.

Ryde Energy

Ryde Energy

315-323 Crowson Lane, 4124

Power your future with the sun

Blue Sun Group

Blue Sun Group

10-16 Titanium Court, 4132

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Solar Statistics - Maroon Dam, 4310

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Homes With Solar

1,735

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 4310 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

$1,459/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Maroon Dam based on the average solar system size for 4310, 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

$3,979,704/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

9,988 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4310 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

43,540 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 Maroon Dam. 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

15,845 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 Maroon Dam. 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

57

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 4310 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

$2,785,770/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 4310. 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

$30,186,226

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4310, 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

11,547 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4310 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

162,618 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4310 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

96,840,509 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4310 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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Maroon Dam Demographics

Maroon Dam and the postcode of 4310 has a total population of 5509 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 2597 households in Maroon Dam, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1229 per week per household.

About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Maroon Dam is $1480/month. By installing solar power in Maroon Dam, the average household could save 8.63% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $74177 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 2.4% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Maroon Dam is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Maroon Dam

Allandale is a charming town located in the Lockyer Valley region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated approximately 90 km west of Brisbane and is easily accessible by road. Allandale is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and stunning mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range and the D'Aguilar Range. The town is home to a tight-knit community, and visitors can enjoy a range of local attractions, including the Lockyer National Park, the Gatton Historical Village, and the Summer Land Camel Farm.

Allandale is blessed with a sunny climate, with an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. The town experiences warm summers and mild winters, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed on rooftops or in open fields can generate significant amounts of electricity, reducing energy bills and helping to protect the environment. Solar installers in Allandale can advise on the best solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.

The benefits of solar power in Allandale are numerous. Solar energy is renewable, clean, and abundant, making it an attractive alternative to traditional fossil fuels. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on the grid and become more self-sufficient. Solar power can also help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the support of local solar installers, Allandale can become a shining example of sustainable living and renewable energy.

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