How many solar panels are there in Norfolk Island?

44 km of high and 44 km of low voltage cabling. Distributed household rooftop PV systems. There have been more than 555 small-scale solar power systems installed on Norfolk Island, with a collective capacity of 1,770 kW. That’s pretty impressive given its remoteness and a population of 1,849.

Does Norfolk Island have too much solar energy?

That’s pretty impressive given its remoteness and a population of 1,849. But this uptake has also caused some headaches in managing Norfolk Island’s electricity network, with too much solar energy goodness generated at times. The Tesla battery system installed in December 2020 has helped out on that front.

Where can I find more information about solar energy in Norfolk?

The City of Norfolk’s solar goals can be found in our Climate Action Plan . For more information about the basics of solar energy, your solar options, and questions to ask solar professionals, read the Residential Consumer Guide to Solar Power and visit the Department of Energy’s Homeowner’s Guide to Going Solar .

How much solar irradiation does Norfolk Island experience?

Norfolk Island experiences solar irradiation levels reaching approximately 4.81 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 2899 area per month.

What does the city of Norfolk do about solar permitting?

The City of Norfolk’s Building and Zoning Departments are committed to exceptional customer service as it relates to solar permitting. To promote the continued advancement of solar in our community we are committed to the following:

What angle should a rooftop solar panel be installed in Norfolk Island?

Rooftop solar panels installed in Norfolk Island, 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.