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Solar Power Profile - Rubicon, VIC 3712

More than 80 homes in postcode 3712 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Rubicon and Thornton.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 792 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,924 kWh per day, or 1,067 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,363.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $186,770.5 per year.

Rubicon and 3712 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 885.61 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 7,380,083 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3712

526th

State Wide

2042nd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Rubicon

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rubicon: Rubicon Sec - approx. 5 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Rubicon

AVM Electrical

Mooroolbark Road, 3138

For all your electrical and solar needs...

Cowlec Electrical & Solar

26 Hannover Rd, 3777

Solar installation & electrical services Melbourne.

Casone Electrical

9 Chris Drive, 3140

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers

Kubo Solutions

Victoria, 3777

Powering homes with the sun's energy

Community Solar Statistics - Rubicon, 3712

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Rubicon Demographics

Rubicon and the postcode of 3712 has a total population of 319 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 224 households in Rubicon, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 1067 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 Rubicon is $975/month. By installing solar power in Rubicon, the average household could save 20.2% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $173586 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 4.26% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Rubicon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Rubicon

RUBICON VIC 3712 is a small town located in the Shire of Murrindindi, Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the Rubicon State Forest and the Cathedral Range State Park nearby. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the area. The town itself has a few local shops and cafes, and is a great place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

When it comes to solar power, RUBICON VIC 3712 has plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar panel installation, as the panels can generate a significant amount of energy from the sun's rays. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses to design and install solar systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions and solar yields. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, and minimal shading issues, solar energy can be a cost-effective and sustainable source of power for the town.

Installing solar energy in RUBICON VIC 3712 can bring many benefits to the local community. Not only can it help to reduce energy costs and reliance on fossil fuels, but it can also contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses can take an active role in reducing their carbon footprint and promoting renewable energy. Solar power can also increase property values and attract more eco-conscious buyers to the area. With the help of local solar installers, RUBICON VIC 3712 can become a shining example of sustainable living and renewable energy.

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