Solar Power Profile - Karlgarin, WA 6358
More than 5 homes in postcode 6358 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Karlgarin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 40 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 180 kWh per day, or 66 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $11,497.5 per year.
Karlgarin and 6358 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 46.2 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 385,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6358
366th
State Wide
2614th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Karlgarin
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Karlgarin: Booralee - approx. 10.9 km
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Karlgarin Demographics
Karlgarin and the postcode of 6358 has a total population of 80 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 45 households in Karlgarin, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1550 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Karlgarin is $260/month. By installing solar power in Karlgarin, the average household could save 73.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $633356 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 2.85% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Karlgarin is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Karlgarin
KARLGARIN is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of approximately 200 people. The town is situated in the heart of the Wheatbelt region, surrounded by vast farmland and natural bushland. Visitors to KARLGARIN can enjoy the scenic drives through the countryside, exploring the local flora and fauna, and hiking in the nearby mountain ranges.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, KARLGARIN is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in KARLGARIN is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading issues caused by nearby trees or buildings can affect solar yields. Despite this, solar installers in KARLGARIN can still provide high-quality solar energy systems that can help reduce energy bills and carbon emissions.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in Western Australia, and KARLGARIN is no exception. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in KARLGARIN can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help combat climate change and create a more sustainable future for KARLGARIN and the rest of the world.