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Solar Power Profile - Emita, TAS 7255

More than 248 homes in postcode 7255 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Emita, Blue Rocks, Killiecrankie, Lackrana, Lady Barron, Leeka, Loccota, Lughrata, Memana, Palana, Ranga, Strzelecki, Whitemark and Wingaroo.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,154 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,151 kWh per day, or 1,515 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $265,145.125 per year.

Emita and 7255 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 1,105.95 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 9,216,250 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 7255

61st

State Wide

1879th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Emita

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Emita: Sawyers Bay (wickham) - approx. 1 km

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Community Solar Statistics - Emita, 7255

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Emita Demographics

Emita and the postcode of 7255 has a total population of 747 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 597 households in Emita, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 1095 per week per household.

About 43% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Emita is $867/month. By installing solar power in Emita, the average household could save 10.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $89691 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 1.91% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Emita is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Emita

Blue Rocks is a small town located in the southern part of Tasmania, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes, with the nearby mountains providing a stunning backdrop for visitors and locals alike. The town is also home to a number of unique attractions, including the Blue Rocks Solar Farm, which is one of the largest solar power installations in the region.

Blue Rocks enjoys a temperate climate, with mild temperatures throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With its optimal solar panel angle and orientation, the town is well-suited for solar energy production, and many solar installers have set up shop in the area to take advantage of the town's renewable energy potential.

The benefits of solar power in Blue Rocks are numerous. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional power sources, which can be expensive and environmentally damaging. Solar power is also a great way to reduce carbon emissions and help combat climate change. Additionally, with the cost of solar panel installation continuing to drop, more and more people are turning to solar power as a cost-effective and sustainable energy source.

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