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Solar Power Profile - Tawonga South, VIC 3698

More than 285 homes in postcode 3698 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tawonga South.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,489 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,709 kWh per day, or 2,084 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $364,662.375 per year.

Tawonga South and 3698 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 1,729.72 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 14,414,333 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3698

449th

State Wide

1774th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Tawonga South

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tawonga South: Mount Beauty - approx. 3.2 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Tawonga South

Hines Electrix

63 Odonnell Avenue, 3737

Powering your future with the sun

TMN Electrical

Porepunkah, 3740

Powering your home with the sun

Valcomm Electrical

72 Havelock Road, 3747

Power your future with Valcomm Electrical

Friend Electrical

6 Bluegum Court, 3741

Power your home with clean, renewable energy

Community Solar Statistics - Tawonga South, 3698

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Tawonga South Demographics

Tawonga South and the postcode of 3698 has a total population of 916 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 555 households in Tawonga South, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1392 per week per household.

About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tawonga South is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Tawonga South, the average household could save 8.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $70373 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 1.76% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tawonga South is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Tawonga South

Tawonga South is a small town located in the Alpine Shire of Victoria, Australia. It is situated at the base of Mount Bogong, the highest mountain in Victoria, and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The town is known for its outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, skiing, and fishing. Visitors can explore the nearby Alpine National Park, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

With an average of over 2000 hours of sunshine per year, Tawonga South is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters, making it a great place to install solar panels. Solar installers in Tawonga South 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 installing solar panels.

By producing solar power in Tawonga South, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future. Installing solar energy systems can also provide significant cost savings on electricity bills. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, Tawonga South has the potential to become a leader in solar power in the Alpine region of Victoria.

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