Solar Power Profile - Mootatunga, SA 5307
More than 167 homes in postcode 5307 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mootatunga, Karoonda, Karte, Kulkami, Lowaldie and Marama.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 925 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,965 kWh per day, or 1,447 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $253,264.375 per year.
Mootatunga and 5307 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 332.81 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 2,773,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5307
249th
State Wide
1970th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mootatunga
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mootatunga: Peebinga - approx. 7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mootatunga, 5307
Mootatunga Demographics
Mootatunga and the postcode of 5307 has a total population of 489 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 303 households in Mootatunga, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 831 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mootatunga is $559/month. By installing solar power in Mootatunga, the average household could save 22.85% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $196389 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 3.55% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mootatunga is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mootatunga
Karoonda is a small town located in the Murray Mallee region of South Australia, postcode 5307. It is situated approximately 150 km east of Adelaide and 60 km west of Murray Bridge. The town is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Karoonda has a few local attractions, including the Karoonda Pioneer Park Museum, which showcases the history of the town and the surrounding area. There is also the Karoonda Silo Art, which features a stunning mural painted on the town's grain silos.
Karoonda enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Karoonda can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is approximately 30 degrees facing north. There are few shading issues in the area, which means solar yields are high. With the increasing popularity of renewable energy, Karoonda has the potential to become a leader in solar power generation in the region.
The benefits of solar power in Karoonda are numerous. Installing solar energy systems can help reduce electricity bills and lower carbon emissions. With the town's abundant sunshine, residents and businesses can take advantage of the free energy provided by the sun. Solar power is a sustainable and renewable energy source, which means it is environmentally friendly and can help reduce the town's reliance on non-renewable energy sources. By investing in solar power, Karoonda can become a more sustainable and self-sufficient community, while also contributing to the fight against climate change.