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Solar Power Profile - Glenroy, SA 5277

More than 579 homes in postcode 5277 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Glenroy, Comaum, Maaoupe, Monbulla, Nangwarry, Penola, Pleasant Park and Tarpeena.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,201 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,906 kWh per day, or 5,806 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,015,995.75 per year.

Glenroy and 5277 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 1,335.38 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 11,128,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5277

162nd

State Wide

1293rd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Glenroy

1-6kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 5277

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 5277

Daily Avg Sunshine in Glenroy
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glenroy: Coonawarra - approx. 5 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Glenroy

MED Electrical Service

MED Electrical Service

98 Clarke Street, 5277

Power your home with the sun's energy

Phase Electrical & Energy Solutions

Phase Electrical & Energy Solutions

1 Bodey Street, 5290

Powering your future with solar energy

eSmart Electrical

eSmart Electrical

43 Saleyards Road, 5280

Empowering Homes with Sustainable Energy

O'Brien Electrical Mount Gambier

O'Brien Electrical Mount Gambier

18 Calula Drive, 5291

Your Local Electrical Experts

Community Solar Statistics - Glenroy, 5277

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Homes With Solar

450

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 5277 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

$603/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Glenroy based on the average solar system size for 5277, 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

$628,757/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

1,676 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 5277 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

6,748 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 Glenroy. 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

2,371 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 Glenroy. 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

19

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 5277 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

$440,087/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 5277. 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

$5,460,086

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 5277, 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

434 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5277 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

7,956 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5277 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

4,821,690 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5277 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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Glenroy Demographics

Glenroy and the postcode of 5277 has a total population of 2584 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1381 households in Glenroy, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1253 per week per household.

About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Glenroy is $867/month. By installing solar power in Glenroy, the average household could save 16.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $142450 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 2.65% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Glenroy is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Glenroy

COMAUM SA 5277 is a charming town located in South Australia. It is a peaceful and serene place with a small population, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Mount Brown Conservation Park and the Mount Monster Conservation Park, which offer breathtaking views and hiking opportunities.

COMAUM SA 5277 enjoys a sunny climate with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in COMAUM SA 5277 is facing north at an angle of 30-35 degrees. Potential shading issues can be mitigated by selecting a suitable location for the panels. With its abundant sunshine, installing solar energy in COMAUM SA 5277 is a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for powering homes and businesses.

By harnessing the power of the sun, COMAUM SA 5277 can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source that does not emit greenhouse gases, making it an excellent choice for those who want to reduce their impact on the environment. Solar installers in COMAUM SA 5277 can help residents and businesses take advantage of this clean energy source and enjoy the benefits of lower electricity bills, energy independence, and a more sustainable future.

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