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Solar Power Profile - Gawler, TAS 7315

More than 1692 homes in postcode 7315 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gawler, Abbotsham, Castra, Gunns Plains, Leith, Loongana, Nietta, North Motton, Preston, South Nietta, South Preston, Spalford, Sprent, Turners Beach, Ulverstone, Upper Castra and West Ulverstone.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,122 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 34,956 kWh per day, or 12,759 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,232,814.5 per year.

Gawler and 7315 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 9,314.07 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 77,617,250 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 7315

4th

State Wide

780th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Gawler

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 7315

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 7315

Daily Avg Sunshine in Gawler
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gawler: North Motton (leven Hill) - approx. 4.3 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Gawler

DMS Energy

DMS Energy

56 Sheffield Road, 7310

Master Electrician Australia Awards (Winner 2023)

Genr8

Genr8

56 Gilbert St, 7307

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McWilkys

McWilkys

23 Bravo Street, 7325

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Degree C

Degree C

2 2, Stanton Place, 7212

Powering Tasmania with sustainable solutions

Community Solar Statistics - Gawler, 7315

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Homes With Solar

1,587

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 7315 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

$1,224/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Gawler based on the average solar system size for 7315, 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

$3,189,617/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

10,005 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 7315 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

34,838 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 Gawler. 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

12,641 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 Gawler. 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

58

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 7315 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

$2,232,697/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 7315. 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

$30,366,782

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 7315, 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

9,197 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 7315 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in TAS. 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

130,279 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 7315 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in TAS, 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

77,617,132 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 7315 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in TAS, 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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Gawler Demographics

Gawler and the postcode of 7315 has a total population of 14433 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 6895 households in Gawler, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1136 per week per household.

About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gawler is $1220/month. By installing solar power in Gawler, the average household could save 9.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78737 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gawler is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Gawler

Abbotsham is a small town located in Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the north-west coast of the state, overlooking Bass Strait. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush forests, and pristine beaches. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and surfing. Abbotsham is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Abbotsham Heritage Trail, which takes visitors on a journey through the town's rich history.

Abbotsham enjoys a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures and moderate rainfall throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 2000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels should be installed facing north and at an angle of around 30 degrees to maximise solar yields. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a qualified solar installer to determine the optimal location for solar panels.

Installing solar power in Abbotsham has a number of benefits. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy, which can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. It can also help to reduce energy costs for homeowners and businesses, and increase energy independence. There are a number of solar installers in Abbotsham and the surrounding areas, who can provide expert advice and installation services for those interested in solar power.

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