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Solar Power Profile - Carcuma, SA 5301

More than 143 homes in postcode 5301 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Carcuma, Geranium, Jabuk, Moorlands, Netherton, Parrakie, Peake, Sherlock and Wilkawatt.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 866 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,569 kWh per day, or 1,303 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $227,969.875 per year.

Carcuma and 5301 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 299.69 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 2,497,417 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5301

260th

State Wide

2046th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Carcuma

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 5301

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 5301

Daily Avg Sunshine in Carcuma
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Carcuma: The Glen - approx. 12.6 km

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Community Solar Statistics - Carcuma, 5301

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Homes With Solar

143

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 5301 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

$1,589/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Carcuma based on the average solar system size for 5301, 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

$325,663/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

865 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 5301 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

3,561 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 Carcuma. 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

1,295 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 Carcuma. 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

5

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 5301 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

$227,962/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 5301. 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

$2,598,892

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 5301, 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

299 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5301 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA. 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

4,188 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5301 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, 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

2,497,409 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5301 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, 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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Carcuma Demographics

Carcuma and the postcode of 5301 has a total population of 468 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 248 households in Carcuma, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1134 per week per household.

About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Carcuma is $550/month. By installing solar power in Carcuma, the average household could save 24.2% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $207920 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 2.71% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Carcuma is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Carcuma

CARCUMA SA 5301 is a charming town located in South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and stunning natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy exploring the town's many attractions, including the nearby mountain ranges such as the Mount Remarkable National Park and the Flinders Ranges. The town is also home to several landmarks, such as the Carcumo Homestead and the Carcumo Dam.

CARCUMA SA 5301 is blessed with abundant sunshine, with an average of 300 sunny days per year. The town's warm and sunny climate makes it an ideal location for solar power installations. Solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. The town's minimal shading issues further enhance its potential for solar energy production. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's favourable solar conditions to reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources.

The benefits of solar power in CARCUMA SA 5301 are numerous. Solar energy is a clean, renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Installing solar panels can also help residents and businesses save money on their electricity bills. In addition, the Australian government offers several incentives and rebates for solar installations, making it an affordable and cost-effective option for those looking to switch to renewable energy.

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