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Solar Power Profile - East Augusta, WA 6290

More than 395 homes in postcode 6290 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of East Augusta, Augusta, Deepdene, Kudardup, Leeuwin and Molloy Island.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,033 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,183 kWh per day, or 2,987 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $522,689.125 per year.

East Augusta and 6290 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 2,090.9 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 17,424,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6290

171st

State Wide

1671st

Australia Wide

Solar Power in East Augusta

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 6290

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 6290

Daily Avg Sunshine in East Augusta
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to East Augusta: Augusta East - approx. 447 m

Featured Solar Installers Servicing East Augusta

Low Carbon Electrical Solutions

Low Carbon Electrical Solutions

14 Eldridge Avenue, 6286

Powering a greener tomorrow with solar energy

River Electrical Services WA

River Electrical Services WA

Cowaramup, 6284

Powering your future with excellence

Hybrid Electrical & Communications

Hybrid Electrical & Communications

Margaret River, 6285

Power your home with the sun's energy

Fusion Electrical WA

Fusion Electrical WA

5 Horseford Road, 6285

Lower your power bill, transform your space

Community Solar Statistics - East Augusta, 6290

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Homes With Solar

395

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 6290 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

$1,341/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for East Augusta based on the average solar system size for 6290, 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

$746,699/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

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

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Solar Panels Installed

2,033 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 6290 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

8,183 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 East Augusta. 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

2,987 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 East Augusta. 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

12

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 6290 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

$522,689/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 6290. 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

$6,099,300

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 6290, 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

2,091 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6290 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA. 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

29,273 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6290 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA, 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

17,424,167 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6290 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA, 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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East Augusta Demographics

East Augusta and the postcode of 6290 has a total population of 1563 people, with a median age of 61 years. There are 1495 households in East Augusta, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 901 per week per household.

About 40% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in East Augusta is $1500/month. By installing solar power in East Augusta, the average household could save 7.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64039 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 2.86% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in East Augusta is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About East Augusta

AUGUSTA WA 6290 is a charming coastal town located in the southwest region of Western Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Blackwood River and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, which boasts pristine beaches, rugged cliffs, and ancient forests. Visitors to AUGUSTA can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, surfing, fishing, and whale watching.

With over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, AUGUSTA is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and warm summers, making it an excellent place to install solar panels. Solar installers in AUGUSTA can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can maximize solar yields and reduce shading issues. By harnessing the power of the sun, AUGUSTA can reduce its carbon footprint and move towards a more sustainable future.

Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in Western Australia, and AUGUSTA is no exception. The town is home to a range of solar power projects, including residential and commercial installations. By investing in solar energy, AUGUSTA can reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly but can also save residents and businesses money on their energy bills. With the help of solar installers, AUGUSTA can continue to lead the way in renewable energy in Western Australia.

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