Solar Power Profile - Girgarre, VIC 3624
More than 135 homes in postcode 3624 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Girgarre.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,109 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,620 kWh per day, or 1,686 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $295,102.5 per year.
Girgarre and 3624 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 1,399.38 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 11,661,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Girgarre
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Girgarre: Stanhope - approx. 5.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Girgarre, 3624
Girgarre Demographics
Girgarre and the postcode of 3624 has a total population of 523 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 242 households in Girgarre, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1093 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Girgarre is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Girgarre, the average household could save 16.71% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $143605 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 3.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Girgarre is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Girgarre
Girgarre is a small town located in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 30km north of Shepparton and has a population of around 300 people. Despite its small size, Girgarre has a number of features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
One of the main attractions of Girgarre is the Girgarre Moosic Muster, an annual music festival that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the country. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Girgarre Heritage Walk and the Girgarre Community Hall.
Girgarre's sunny climate and high levels of solar irradiation make it an ideal location for solar power production. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, the town is well-suited for solar panel installation. Solar power can help to reduce electricity bills and carbon emissions, making it an attractive option for homeowners and businesses alike. Additionally, there are a number of solar installers in the area who can provide expert advice and installation services to help residents and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source.