Solar Power Profile - Orion, QLD 4722
More than 332 homes in postcode 4722 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Orion, Albinia, Mantuan Downs, Minerva, Buckland, Cairdbeign, Cona Creek, Nandowrie, Springsure and Wealwandangie.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,382 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,629 kWh per day, or 4,245 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,235.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $742,802.375 per year.
Orion and 4722 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 3,098.85 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 25,823,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4722
293rd
State Wide
1541st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Orion
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Orion: Orion - approx. 4.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Orion, 4722
Orion Demographics
Orion and the postcode of 4722 has a total population of 1328 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 628 households in Orion, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1838 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Orion is $1192/month. By installing solar power in Orion, the average household could save 15.63% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $134311 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 2.34% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Orion is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Orion
Albinia is a small town located in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated approximately 700 km northwest of Brisbane and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Carnarvon Range and Expedition National Park. Albinia is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife watching.
With an average of 300 sunny days per year, Albinia is an ideal location for solar power generation. The town's high levels of solar radiation make it an attractive location for solar installers and renewable energy companies. By installing solar panels on homes and businesses in Albinia, residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.
One of the key benefits of solar power in Albinia is the potential for significant cost savings. By generating their own electricity, residents can reduce their energy bills and protect themselves from rising electricity prices. Solar panels also require very little maintenance and have a long lifespan, making them a cost-effective investment for homeowners and businesses in the area.