Solar Power Profile - Preservation Bay, TAS 7316
More than 700 homes in postcode 7316 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Preservation Bay, Camena, Cuprona, Heybridge, Howth, Loyetea, Penguin, Riana, South Riana, Sulphur Creek and West Pine.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,866 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,627 kWh per day, or 4,974 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $870,424.625 per year.
Preservation Bay and 7316 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 3,631.02 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 30,258,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7316
30th
State Wide
1281st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Preservation Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Preservation Bay: Penguin (ironcliffe Road) - approx. 3.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Preservation Bay, 7316
Preservation Bay Demographics
Preservation Bay and the postcode of 7316 has a total population of 5792 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 2702 households in Preservation Bay, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1362 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Preservation Bay is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Preservation Bay, the average household could save 7.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66854 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 1.71% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Preservation Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Preservation Bay
CAMENA TAS 7316 is a picturesque town located in the heart of Tasmania. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges and lush forests. Visitors to CAMENA can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and skiing.
When it comes to solar power, CAMENA is an ideal location. The town enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 300 sunny days per year. This makes it an excellent location for solar panel installation, with the optimal panel angle and orientation providing maximum solar yields. Additionally, the town's relatively low levels of air pollution and minimal shading issues make it an attractive location for solar installers.
Installing solar energy in CAMENA has numerous benefits. Not only does it help to reduce the town's carbon footprint, but it can also help to save residents and businesses money on their energy bills. Solar power is a renewable energy source, meaning that it is sustainable and environmentally friendly. By investing in solar energy, CAMENA is taking an important step towards a more sustainable future.