renewables – Zero Emissions Byron https://zerobyron.org Working towards a carbon-zero future Sun, 12 Dec 2021 23:17:45 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://zerobyron.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/l80RfDm7_400x400-150x150.jpg renewables – Zero Emissions Byron https://zerobyron.org 32 32 Tracking the increase in Solar PV installations https://zerobyron.org/2021/10/13/tracking-the-increase-in-solar-pv-installations/ Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:32:05 +0000 https://zerobyron.org/?p=5459

Since Zero Emissions Byron began in 2015, the size and number of solar PV installations in the Byron Shire has increased four-fold. This graph has been compiled from data on the APVI Solar Map[1] for the four Byron postcodes covering Bangalow, Byron Bay, Mullumbimby and Ocean Shores (2479, 2481, 2482, 2483). “Over 3.5MW were installed...]]>

Since Zero Emissions Byron began in 2015, the size and number of solar PV installations in the Byron Shire has increased four-fold.
This graph has been compiled from data on the APVI Solar Map[1] for the four Byron postcodes covering Bangalow, Byron Bay, Mullumbimby and Ocean Shores (2479, 2481, 2482, 2483).

“Over 3.5MW were installed in the first half of 2021,” said ZEB Director, Dr Muriel Watt. “Total installed capacity is now over 40MW, with over a quarter of this from systems sized 6.5 – 9.5 kW,” she added.

About 45% of houses in Byron Shire now have solar, which is higher than the NSW average of 26%.

“To start, the most popular PV installation size was less than 2.5kW so there has been increased confidence in larger systems and costs have reduced significantly,” added Dr Watt.

There has never been a better or cheaper time to get a solar system - or add to your solar array if you have a relatively small one. If you haven’t had a quote lately, seek one from a local supplier - you may be surprised how prices have dropped.  You may also qualify for a free system if you are a pensioner or veteran - absolutely FREE!  To see if you or someone you know qualifies head to Energy Saver NSW.

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Zero Emissions chair Vicki Brooke presents an evening to discuss the transition to renewable energy.]]>

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ZEB presents A Night of Action on Renewables 31 Aug A NIGHT OF ACTION ON RENEWABLES will focus on how the Byron Shire region can develop large scale renewable energy projects, and how we as a community can help drive the process. Speakers will discuss how other communities around the world are developing their own large scale renewable projects; what’s happening here in Byron Shire; how can the community benefit; and what are there investment opportunities. $10 entry, book via zerobyron.eventbrite.com.au ]]> wind turbines

ZEB presents A Night of Action on Renewables 31 Aug

A NIGHT OF ACTION ON RENEWABLES will focus on how the Byron Shire region can develop large scale renewable energy projects, and how we as a community can help drive the process.

Speakers will discuss how other communities around the world are developing their own large scale renewable projects; what’s happening here in Byron Shire; how can the community benefit; and what are there investment opportunities.

$10 entry, book via zerobyron.eventbrite.com.au 

Keynote Speaker: Taryn Lane, Community Energy Specialist and Manager of Hepburn Wind

With Giles Parkinson and

Dan Fitzgerald Small Giants investments in renewable energy infrastructure

Dr Rob Passey Laverty’s Gap hydro electric power project

Simon Richardson ZEB plans to reach zero emissions by 2025

Vicki Brooke Launching Supporters of Zero Emissions Byron

For any questions please email zeroemissionsbyron@gmail.comor phone 0426299787.

The event is $10 entry, with tea, coffee and light refreshments available.

When: Thursday 31st August, 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Arrive at 6:30pm for a 7pm start. 

Where: Mullumbimby Civic Memorial Hall, 55 Dalley Street, Mullumbimby

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