Solar Power Profile - Tonganah, TAS 7260
More than 383 homes in postcode 7260 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tonganah, Blumont, Cuckoo, Forester, Jetsonville, Kamona, Lietinna, Lisle, Nabowla, North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, South Springfield, Springfield, Tulendeena and West Scottsdale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,351 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,894 kWh per day, or 2,881 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 $504,229.25 per year.
Tonganah and 7260 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 2,103.13 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 17,526,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7260
47th
State Wide
1550th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tonganah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tonganah: Tonganah (clay Mine) - approx. 3.3 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Tonganah
Solahart Northern Tasmania
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Community Solar Statistics - Tonganah, 7260
Tonganah Demographics
Tonganah and the postcode of 7260 has a total population of 3090 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1482 households in Tonganah, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1041 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tonganah is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Tonganah, the average household could save 10.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $88697 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 2.48% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tonganah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tonganah
Blumont is a small town located in Tasmania, Australia. Known for its stunning natural beauty, the town is surrounded by the picturesque mountain ranges of Ben Lomond and the Western Tiers. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Blumont Post Office and the Blumont Hotel.
Blumont enjoys a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Blumont can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills. Solar installers in Blumont can help residents take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and install solar panels on their homes and businesses.
The benefits of solar power in Blumont are numerous. By installing solar panels, residents can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and help to protect the environment. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions or air pollution. In addition, solar power can help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills and increase the value of their property. With its abundant sunshine and stunning natural beauty, Blumont is the perfect location for solar power.