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This research uses the data and methodologies behind the APVI Solar Potential Tool (SunSPoT), developed by researchers at UNSW, to estimate the Solar Potential in Perth. The report includes:
- An assessment of PV Potential in Perth LGA
- An estimate of the potential impact of rooftop PV on local electricity consumption and emissions
- Identification of rooftops with the largest PV potential (area available) in Perth LGA
- Four case studies of PV Potential on landmark buildings in Perth
Our most conservative results suggest that:
- over 102MW of solar generation could be deployed on the roofs in Perth
o 23 times the existing PV deployment
o 31%of the total roof area could accommodate around 400,000 solar panels - this could generate 153 GWh annually
o supplying the equivalent of 29,430 Australian households
o avoiding 107,100 tonnes of CO2 emissions - CBD electricity customers could save up to an estimated $33 million per year
Analysis of 4 case study buildings in Perth suggests potential solar PV capacities of:
- 1,718kW on the Royal Perth Hospital,
- 321 kW on the Western Australia Cricket Association Stadium,
- 264 kW on the News Corp Building,
- 4,046 kW on the central building of Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.