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Solar Power Profile - Tarago, VIC 3818

More than 2992 homes in postcode 3818 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tarago, Athlone, Drouin, Drouin East, Drouin South, Drouin West, Hallora, Jindivick and Ripplebrook.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 17,087 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 58,193 kWh per day, or 21,240 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,717,077.875 per year.

Tarago and 3818 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 17,629.2 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 146,910,000 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3818

68th

State Wide

438th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Tarago

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3818

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3818

Daily Avg Sunshine in Tarago
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tarago: Jindivick - approx. 4.7 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Tarago

Patel Electrical

36 Palladium Circuit, 3978

Take control of your energy bills.

HDC Electrical & Solar

10 Nester Road, 3139

Professional Electricians and Solar Installers.

AVM Electrical

Mooroolbark Road, 3138

For all your electrical and solar needs...

Glen Clark & Co

73 Commercial Road, 3796

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Community Solar Statistics - Tarago, 3818

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Homes With Solar

798

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 3818 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

$264/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Tarago based on the average solar system size for 3818, 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

$1,592,933/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

5,026 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3818 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

17,358 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 Tarago. 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

6,272 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 Tarago. 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

57

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 3818 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

$929,186/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 3818. 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

$12,815,092

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3818, 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

4,324 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3818 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

61,619 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3818 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

36,727,417 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3818 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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Tarago Demographics

Tarago and the postcode of 3818 has a total population of 16169 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 6922 households in Tarago, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1456 per week per household.

About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tarago is $1649/month. By installing solar power in Tarago, the average household could save 6.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52705 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 1.6% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tarago is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Tarago

ATHLONE VIC 3818 is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Gippsland region and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Baw Baw and Strzelecki Ranges. The town is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular tourist destination. Some of the attractions in the town include the Gippsland Lakes, the Buchan Caves, and the Tarra Bulga National Park.

The town of ATHLONE VIC 3818 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in ATHLONE VIC 3818 is between 25 and 35 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a professional solar installer to determine the best location for your solar panels.

Installing solar energy in ATHLONE VIC 3818 has numerous benefits. The town's sunny climate and optimal location make it an ideal location for solar power. By installing solar panels, you can reduce your reliance on traditional energy sources and save money on your energy bills. Additionally, solar power is a renewable energy source, which means it is better for the environment. If you are interested in installing solar panels in ATHLONE VIC 3818, be sure to consult with a professional solar installer to ensure the best results.

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