Solar Power Profile - Modella, VIC 3816
More than 492 homes in postcode 3816 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Modella, Labertouche, Longwarry and Longwarry North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,271 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,294 kWh per day, or 4,122 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $721,404.25 per year.
Modella and 3816 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 3,421.26 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 28,510,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3816
315th
State Wide
1367th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Modella
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Modella: Drouin South Gippsland Water - approx. 11.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Modella
Eastern Energy Solutions
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Community Solar Statistics - Modella, 3816
Modella Demographics
Modella and the postcode of 3816 has a total population of 2912 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 1227 households in Modella, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1491 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Modella is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Modella, the average household could save 8.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $69352 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 1.89% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Modella is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Modella
Located in the West Gippsland region of Victoria, LABERTOUCHE VIC 3816 is a small town with a population of just over 500 people. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Bunyip State Park and the Mount Baw Baw Alpine Resort. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, skiing, and other outdoor activities in the area.
LABERTOUCHE VIC 3816 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 2,000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when designing solar panel systems.
Installing solar energy systems in LABERTOUCHE VIC 3816 can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, and contributing to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own clean energy and contribute to a more sustainable future.