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Solar Power Profile - Newmerella, VIC 3886

More than 80 homes in postcode 3886 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Newmerella.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 558 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,968 kWh per day, or 718 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $125,706 per year.

Newmerella and 3886 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 595.94 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 4,966,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3886

575th

State Wide

2193rd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Newmerella

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3886

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3886

Daily Avg Sunshine in Newmerella
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Newmerella: Bete Bolong (russells Estate) - approx. 5.2 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Newmerella

Orbost Solar and Electrical

Orbost Solar and Electrical

Orbost, 3888

Power your home with the sun's energy

Solahart East Gippsland

Solahart East Gippsland

3 Carpenter Street, 3909

Powering your future with sustainable solar energy

Power One Electrical Services

Power One Electrical Services

Lake Bunga, 3909

Empowering homes with solar energy

Snowy River Electrical Services

Snowy River Electrical Services

Newmerella, 3886

Empowering Homes with Solar Energy

Community Solar Statistics - Newmerella, 3886

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Homes With Solar

80

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 3886 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

$1,579/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Newmerella based on the average solar system size for 3886, 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

$179,562/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

555 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3886 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

1,950 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 Newmerella. 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

714 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 Newmerella. 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

3

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 3886 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

$125,688/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 3886. 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

$1,674,582

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3886, 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

593 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3886 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

8,325 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3886 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

4,966,149 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3886 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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Newmerella Demographics

Newmerella and the postcode of 3886 has a total population of 364 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 173 households in Newmerella, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1132 per week per household.

About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Newmerella is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Newmerella, the average household could save 11.09% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $95297 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 2.71% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Newmerella is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Newmerella

NEWMERELLA VIC 3886 is a charming town located in East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a peaceful and serene environment to its residents. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. The town is home to several attractions, including the Snowy River National Park, Buchan Caves Reserve, and the Alpine National Park.

NEWMERELLA VIC 3886 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle in NEWMERELLA VIC 3886 is between 20 and 30 degrees, and the panels should face north for maximum efficiency. While shading may be an issue in some areas, a professional solar installer can help you determine the best location for your solar panels.

NEWMERELLA VIC 3886 is an excellent location for solar power production and installation. The town's abundant sunshine hours and temperate climate make it an ideal location for renewable energy. By installing solar panels in NEWMERELLA VIC 3886, you can reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. Additionally, the Australian government offers several incentives for homeowners who install solar panels, including rebates and feed-in tariffs. If you're interested in solar power, contact a local solar installer in NEWMERELLA VIC 3886 to learn more about the benefits of renewable energy.

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