Solar Panels Richmond Valley
Richmond Valley sits in STC Zone 3 (moderate) with 4.8 peak sun hours per day. Around 59% of homes in the area have rooftop solar, with 9,636 CER-registered installations across 3 postcodes.
Solar in Richmond Valley
4.8 Peak Sun Hours Daily
A 6.6kW system in Richmond Valley generates around 31.7 kWh on a clear day and approximately 9,834 kWh per year, enough to cover most of an average household's electricity use.
Zone 3 (moderate) STC Rebate
A 6.6kW system in Richmond Valley qualifies for an estimated $1,423 in federal Small-scale Technology Certificates. A 13.2kW system qualifies for around $2,846.
New South Wales State Solar Rebate
New South Wales offers an additional state rebate of up to $4,800 for eligible solar installations. Combined with federal STCs, total upfront rebates can reduce system costs significantly.
Network Operators: Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy
Richmond Valley is served by Ausgrid and Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy, who manage grid connection approvals, solar export limits, and smart meter upgrades for the area.
Richmond Valley Solar Quick Facts
- STC ZoneZone 3 (moderate)
- Peak Sun Hours4.8 hrs/day
- Annual Output per kW1,490 kWh
- STC Rebate (6.6kW)$1,423
- STC Rebate (13.2kW)$2,846
- CER Installations9,636
- Network OperatorAusgrid
- Suburbs in LGA163
Richmond Valley Solar Rebates
Federal STC Rebate
Richmond Valley is in STC Zone 3 (moderate). The federal Small-scale Technology Certificate scheme reduces the upfront cost of every eligible solar installation automatically through your installer.
New South Wales Rebates
New South Wales offers state-level solar and battery incentives for eligible homeowners across Richmond Valley and the wider state.
Suburbs in Richmond Valley
Our network of CEC-accredited installers services all suburbs across Richmond Valley and surrounding areas.
Plus 139 more suburbs across 3 postcodes.
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