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Solar Power Profile - Oorindi, QLD 4824

More than 344 homes in postcode 4824 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Oorindi, Devoncourt Station, Selwyn, Cloncurry, Four Ways, Gidya, Kuridala and Three Rivers.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,580 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,844 kWh per day, or 6,878 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,513.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,203,660.5 per year.

Oorindi and 4824 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 5,020.94 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 41,841,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4824

267th

State Wide

1375th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Oorindi

1-6kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4824

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4824

Daily Avg Sunshine in Oorindi
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Oorindi: Longford - approx. 18.6 km

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Community Solar Statistics - Oorindi, 4824

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Homes With Solar

344

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 4824 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

$3,513/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Oorindi based on the average solar system size for 4824, 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

$1,719,515/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

3,580 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4824 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

18,844 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 Oorindi. 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

6,878 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 Oorindi. 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

21

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 4824 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

$1,203,661/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 4824. 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

$10,740,600

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4824, 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

5,021 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4824 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

70,293 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4824 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

41,841,167 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4824 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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Oorindi Demographics

Oorindi and the postcode of 4824 has a total population of 2497 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 1272 households in Oorindi, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1930 per week per household.

About 33% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Oorindi is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Oorindi, the average household could save 24.4% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $209652 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 3.5% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Oorindi is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Oorindi

Cloncurry is a small town located in the heart of the Queensland outback, with a population of just over 2,000 people. Despite its size, Cloncurry has a rich history and many unique features that make it a popular tourist destination. The town is home to the Cloncurry Unearthed Museum, which showcases the region's mining and agricultural history. Visitors can also explore the John Flynn Place Museum and Art Gallery, which celebrates the life and achievements of the founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

Cloncurry is known for its hot and dry climate, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 38°C. The town receives an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Cloncurry can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. Solar installers in the area can help residents design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs and budget.

By installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses in Cloncurry can enjoy a range of benefits, including lower electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. With the cost of solar panels continuing to fall, investing in solar power is becoming an increasingly attractive option for homeowners and businesses alike. In addition, the Queensland government offers a range of incentives and rebates to encourage the uptake of renewable energy, making it easier and more affordable for Cloncurry residents to go solar.

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