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Solar Power Profile - Drummartin, VIC 3570

More than 198 homes in postcode 3570 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Drummartin, Auchmore, Kamarooka, Neilborough, Raywood and Summerfield.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 966 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,003 kWh per day, or 1,461 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $255,691.625 per year.

Drummartin and 3570 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 1,212.63 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 10,105,250 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3570

513rd

State Wide

1999th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Drummartin

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3570

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3570

Daily Avg Sunshine in Drummartin
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Drummartin: Tandarra - approx. 14.5 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Drummartin

Solar Run Bendigo & Echuca

233 Anstruther Street, 3564

Combined 20 years worth of experience in the solar business.

Solar 1 Electrical

12-24 Holdsworth Road, 3550

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Future NRG Echuca

108 Northern Hwy, 3564

Energy solutions for a sustainable future

Solar Pro Bendigo

96 Rowena Street, 3550

Get it done by a PRO

Community Solar Statistics - Drummartin, 3570

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Homes With Solar

165

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 3570 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

$488/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Drummartin based on the average solar system size for 3570, 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

$188,528/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

806 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3570 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

1,896 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 Drummartin. 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

583 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 Drummartin. 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

5

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 3570 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

$131,918/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 3570. 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

$1,496,935

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3570, 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

454 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3570 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC. 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

8,598 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3570 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, 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

5,220,200 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3570 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, 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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Drummartin Demographics

Drummartin and the postcode of 3570 has a total population of 705 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 317 households in Drummartin, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1455 per week per household.

About 78% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Drummartin is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Drummartin, the average household could save 8.87% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76237 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Drummartin is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Drummartin

Auchmore is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the rural area of the state, surrounded by vast farmlands and natural beauty. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals, making it an ideal destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Auchmore is also home to several attractions, including the Auchmore Hall, which is a historic building that dates back to the early 1900s. Visitors can take a tour of the hall and learn about the town's rich history.

When it comes to solar power, Auchmore is an excellent location for installing solar panels. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an ideal location for producing renewable energy. Solar installers in Auchmore can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. With minimal shading issues, Auchmore is a great place to install solar panels and reduce your carbon footprint.

If you're interested in renewable energy, Auchmore is a town worth considering. With its sunny weather and ideal location, solar power is a viable option for homeowners and businesses alike. By installing solar panels, you can reduce your energy bills and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a smart investment that can provide long-term benefits for you and the planet. Contact solar installers in Auchmore to learn more about the benefits of solar power and how it can work for you.

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