Solar Power Profile - Emu Flat, VIC 3522
More than 95 homes in postcode 3522 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Emu Flat, Glenhope East and Tooborac.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 494 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,941 kWh per day, or 708 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 $123,981.375 per year.
Emu Flat and 3522 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 587.64 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 4,897,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3522
580th
State Wide
2203rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Emu Flat
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Emu Flat: Baynton - approx. 5.4 km
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Emu Flat Demographics
Emu Flat and the postcode of 3522 has a total population of 296 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 189 households in Emu Flat, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1307 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Emu Flat is $1407/month. By installing solar power in Emu Flat, the average household could save 7.57% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65021 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 1.88% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Emu Flat is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Emu Flat
Emu Flat is a small town located in the Loddon Shire of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. Emu Flat is known for its peaceful and friendly community, making it a great place to live or visit.
One of the main attractions in Emu Flat is the nearby Mount Alexander Regional Park. The park offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, and echidnas. Another popular attraction is the Emu Flat Community Centre which hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year.
Emu Flat has a sunny climate with an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar installers in Emu Flat can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While there may be some potential shading issues due to the surrounding hills, these can be mitigated with careful planning and installation. Installing solar energy in Emu Flat not only benefits the environment but also helps homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills.