Solar Power Profile - Tooms Lake, TAS 7209
More than 52 homes in postcode 7209 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tooms Lake and Ross.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 238 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 793 kWh per day, or 289 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $958.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $50,652.875 per year.
Tooms Lake and 7209 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 210.97 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 1,758,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 7209
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Solar Power in Tooms Lake
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tooms Lake: Tooms Lake (tooms River) - approx. 3.8 km
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Tooms Lake Demographics
Tooms Lake and the postcode of 7209 has a total population of 378 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 249 households in Tooms Lake, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 903 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tooms Lake is $867/month. By installing solar power in Tooms Lake, the average household could save 9.21% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $79139 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 2.04% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tooms Lake is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tooms Lake
ROSS TAS 7209 is a charming town located in Tasmania, Australia. It is situated in the Midlands region of the state and is known for its picturesque landscapes and historic buildings. The town is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Western Tiers and the Great Western Tiers, which provide a beautiful backdrop for the town.
ROSS TAS 7209 has an ideal climate for solar power production, with an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. The town experiences mild temperatures throughout the year, with average highs ranging from 17°C in summer to 9°C in winter. This makes it an excellent location for solar panel installation, as the optimal angle for solar panels is between 30 and 40 degrees, and the ideal orientation is north-facing.
Installing solar panels in ROSS TAS 7209 can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs, increasing property value, and reducing carbon emissions. There are several reputable solar installers in the area who can help homeowners and businesses take advantage of these benefits. Additionally, the town is committed to promoting renewable energy and has implemented several initiatives to encourage the use of solar power.