Solar Panels in Armidale

New England Solar power specialises in Batteries, Off-grid, EV charging and Solar panels in Armidale over the past 15 years.

Armidale is surrounded by some of the richest farmlands in the country. It is renowned for its fresh produce and is one of the best places to install solar panels, due to the clean air and long sunlight hours.

Did you know a solar panel system in Armidale for example per year will generate nearly three times the electricity of the same size solar system installed in Northern Germany? Our long sunlight hours are the reason for this.

Known as a university town and one of the most elegant regional cities, Armidale experiences cool summer breezes and vibrant autumns that perfectly complement its leafy streets. With approximately 4.9 hours of peak sun per day, Armidale provides an excellent environment for solar energy generation.

Currently, more than 25 per cent of households in Armidale have solar panels installed. In the broader Northern Tablelands region, where Armidale is located the % is slightly less.

For those considering joining sustainable power generation and getting lower long-term electricity bills, New England Solar Power is your trusted local solar installer who can help you with advice and free quotes, so you can make the most of Armidale’s favourable solar conditions.

On the first day of summer always the first of December in Armidale, the dawn is at 5:17 am, with sunrise at 5:44 am, followed by 13 hours and 52 minutes of sunlight with the sunset at 7:42 pm. The solar noon, meaning the exact middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest will be at 12:43 pm. Dusk will start at 8:09 pm. As you can see the solar generation around this time of the year is excellent.

On the first day of winter the 1st of June, in Armidale the dawn is at 6:17 am, with sunrise at 6:43 am, followed by 10 hours and 12 minutes of sunlight with the sunset at 5:01 pm  The solar noon, meaning the exact middle of the day, when the sun is at it’s highest will be at 11:52 am. Dusk will start at 5:27 pm. 

Armidale, located in postcode area 2350, is making significant strides in renewable energy. As of June 30, 2024, over 4,330 small-scale solar systems have been installed in the wider region, boasting a collective capacity of over 26,900 kW of PV installations.

With a population of close to 30,000 (around 29,594 as per the latest census estimates), this equates to approximately 908 watts per local.

New England Solar Power would have been the installer of a significant number of these systems, due to the long association with solar, battery and off-grid installations in Armidale and beyond.

Beyond the financial benefits, Armidale’s solar power systems are also making a significant environmental impact. The systems in the 2350 region are preventing around 34,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases locally and beyond.

By embracing solar energy, Armidale residents are not only cutting down on their energy costs but also playing a crucial role in promoting environmental sustainability.

In the Armidale area, installing a solar power system can yield significant energy savings, power bill relief and environmental benefits.

To generate varying amounts of solar power, use quality parts, ensure a sturdy roof, and only hire local professionals. The reason why locals trump out-of-town suppliers is that solar & batteries are potentially a long-term products, which even if installed properly and a good product is used, require some after-sales service, which is regularly hard to find when cheap suppliers from far away where involved.

The amount of solar power produced will depend on the size of the solar PV system.

See our estimated outputs for a solar system in Armidale based on our calculator which can be found here.

For optimal performance, rooftop solar panels installed in Armidale, New South Wales, should generally face North or North West. The ideal panel angle should be around the same as the latitude of the location, which is about 30 degrees for Armidale.

Usually, the angle of the rooftop is good enough, so even if your roof is not a perfect 30 degrees just go for it. This is unless the angle is less than 5 degrees. In that case, tilt frames might be needed to get the best elevation.

In Armidale as in many other parts of Australia, trees, buildings, and plants near your home can make your solar panel system less effective, due to shade.

We at New England Solar Power know where to put panels on your roof to harvest the most sunlight. By strategically placing your solar panels, we can mitigate the impact of shading and optimise the energy production of your solar system.

We can also recommend the best technology to get the most output for your location, within your budget range.

In addition to supplying your home with electricity, solar system owners in Armidale can benefit financially from any surplus energy generated. In New South Wales, feed-in tariffs currently range from 3c to 10c per kilowatt-hour for exported energy. While Feed-in tariffs have gone down, this impact can be reduced by increasing your self-consumption of solar-generated power.

Comparing energy retailers is important to get lower bills, as well. Feed-in tariff offers can vary between retailers, as can the price per kWh and the daily supply charges. If you compare such a plan, this will also help you get more solar savings in the wider Armidale region.

Australian households are considering adding home batteries to their solar power systems. This can be done as an upgrade or with new installations. The trend is becoming increasingly popular.

To see if a battery system is suitable for your Armidale home, think about how much energy you use. Also, consider how much solar power you produce and your financial goals.

At New England Solar Power, we can offer advice on home energy storage solutions. They can assist you in determining whether adding solar battery storage to your current system is the best option for you. We can also help you decide if installing a full solar and battery system would be a better choice. We daily provide quotes to locals to help them decide how to improve their home’s energy efficiency and create increased energy independence.