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Solar Power Profile - Underwood, QLD 4119

More than 1715 homes in postcode 4119 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Underwood.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,572 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 55,391 kWh per day, or 20,218 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,044 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,538,100.125 per year.

Underwood and 4119 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 14,759.14 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 122,992,833 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4119

161st

State Wide

634th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Underwood

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4119

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4119

Daily Avg Sunshine in Underwood
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Underwood: Kuraby Beenleigh Road - approx. 1.3 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Underwood

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 - Underwood, 4119

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Homes With Solar

1,714

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 4119 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

$2,043/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Underwood based on the average solar system size for 4119, 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

$5,054,427/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

12,570 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4119 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

55,390 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 Underwood. 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

20,217 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 Underwood. 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

73

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 4119 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

$3,538,099/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 4119. 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

$37,715,399

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4119, 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

14,758 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4119 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

206,627 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4119 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

122,992,832 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4119 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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Underwood Demographics

Underwood and the postcode of 4119 has a total population of 6554 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 2265 households in Underwood, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 1992 per week per household.

About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Underwood is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Underwood, the average household could save 8.74% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75064 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 1.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Underwood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Underwood

Underwood is a suburb located in Logan City, Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 17 kilometers from Brisbane CBD and is easily accessible via the Pacific Motorway. The suburb boasts a mix of residential and commercial areas, with a range of shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes. Underwood Park is a popular attraction with locals and visitors alike, featuring walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground.

With an average of 261 sunny days per year, Underwood is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Underwood is between 20 to 30 degrees, facing north to northwest. However, shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels. Despite this, solar yields in Underwood are high, with an average of 4.2 to 4.5 hours of peak sunlight per day.

Installing solar energy in Underwood can bring many benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a decrease in carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses determine the best solar panel system for their needs and provide expert installation services. By switching to renewable energy, the community of Underwood can contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying the benefits of solar power.

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