Solar Power Information - Hmas Cerberus, VIC, 3920
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Postcode 3920 Solar Power Statistics
In Hmas Cerberus's postcode area (3920), more than 0 small-scale systems have been installed with a collective capacity of 0 kW as at September 30, 2024.
Given a population of 290, this works out to 0 watts per person in the area, compared to a 1,032 watts Australian average. There are approximately 103 dwellings in the 3920 area, so that calculates out at 0 solar panel systems per 100 dwellings - the Australian average is 38.
Based on a conservative average of 0 kWh of energy production a day (enough to power the equivalent of 0 homes) and retail electricity costs of 28c per kilowatt-hour; Hmas Cerberus and 3920 postcode area residents are collectively generating $0 of energy at retail prices a year!
Hmas Cerberus solar power system owners are also contributing to greenhouse gas emission reduction, with the systems in 3920 region avoiding 0 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
Installing Solar Panels In Hmas Cerberus?
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Solar Energy Resources In Hmas Cerberus
Hmas Cerberus experiences solar irradiation levels reaching approximately 4.17 kilowatt-hours per square metre per day on average over a year. The following graph shows solar irradiation/output levels per kilowatt of installed solar panels in the 3920 area per month.
Daily/Monthly System Energy Output Estimates
Here's what you can expect to generate with various sized solar power systems in the Hmas Cerberus area, assuming good quality components, a suitable rooftop and professional, accredited solar installation.
Annual Electricity Output Estimates
Based on the above, the following is what you should be able to expect from a solar panel installation in Hmas Cerberus in terms of annual solar energy output for the location, on average:
- 5kW system - 6,381 kWh (equivalent to ~109% of annual electricity consumption)
- 6kW system - 7,657 kWh (~131%)
- 10kW system - 12,761 kWh (~219%)
- 13kW system - 16,590 kWh (~284%)
Optimal Panel Angle And Orientation
Rooftop solar panels installed in Hmas Cerberus, Victoria should generally face North for the best results. For a good panel angle, the general rule of thumb is it should be around the same as latitude. In Hmas Cerberus's case, that is 38 degrees - but usually whatever your rooftop angle is will be fine (unless it's under 10 degrees - then tilt frames may be needed).
Feed In Tariffs In Victoria
As well as providing your home with electricity, Hmas Cerberus solar system installation owners can be paid for surplus energy generated. In VIC, feed-in tariffs generally currently range from 5c to 10c per kilowatt-hour exported - so, it's important to compare energy retailers for the best electricity plan in the 3920 area.
Hmas Cerberus Solar Energy Savings
Based on a 6.6kW system installation, a self-consumption rate of 40% and the low end of the feed in tariff range rate of 5c, Hmas Cerberus solar power system owners can expect to save $1,196 per year.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Requirements.
At the time of publishing, there do not appear to be any special requirements involved with installing solar panels in the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council area.
It's important to check with Mornington Peninsula Shire Council regarding any potential changes before proceeding with installation. For further information, prospective solar owners in Hmas Cerberus should visit this page.
Network Grid Connection Requirements In Victoria
A series of steps must be completed in Victoria involving you, your network distributor and your installer - but your installer will do most of the administrative heavy lifting. Learn more about the grid connection process in Victoria.
Solar Panel Installers In Hmas Cerberus
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Installing A Solar Battery In Hmas Cerberus
Households across Australia are increasingly thinking of installing a home battery; either as an addition/upgrade to an existing PV system, or installed concurrently with solar panels. Whether batteries will make sense for your Hmas Cerberus home will depend on various factors.
We have solar battery installers within our network providing services to Hmas Cerberus who can advise you on home energy storage as a retrofit upgrade or part of a full solar + battery system installation - and provide a quote.
If you have any questions regarding choosing, buying and installing solar panels in Hmas Cerberus (or a home battery), feel free to contact us.
Hmas Cerberus Data Sources And Notes
Data sources used above for solar power information in Hmas Cerberus VIC 3920 include:
- Census 2021 - Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Bureau of Meteorology (BOM)
- Clean Energy Regulator data for postcode 3920 current as at September 30, 2024.
- Mornington Peninsula Shire Council - Victoria
Some additional notes:
- Household electricity consumption in Hmas Cerberus is based on the Australian average of 16kWh a day.
- Carbon intensity based on the Victoria average of 1.07kg per kilowatt-hour.
Bureau of Meteorology details are based on your nearest weather station, which is Cerberus , coordinates 38°21'53" S 145°10'43" E, around 2.5 km from the centre of Hmas Cerberus.