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Case Study
Solar and battery system saves Melbourne inner-north home thousands
Inner-north Melbourne home with solar and hot water heat pump
Catherine Deveny is a comedian, columnist and author of many hilarious books. But when it comes to looking after the environment, it’s no laughing matter.
“What had prevented me acting earlier was, like many, I was confused about what company to go with, what system I needed to meet our current and future needs, what brand was best.”
- Catherine Deveny, Coburg
She wanted to make her home in Melbourne’s inner-north more sustainable, and drive down the cost of her rising electricity bills. After contacting RACV Solar on the recommendation of a friend, we tailored a solution specifically for her needs.
In addition to getting solar panels, Catherine also upgraded her hot water system to a hot water heat pump, which has dramatically reduced her hot water costs by nearly 80%.
With her solar installed, Catherine is now the proud owner of an e-bike, that she charges with her solar power - the ultimate in clean, sustainable transport.
“The old system was removed and the new one was installed east/west facing, which will generate more energy in the mornings and afternoons than a straight north facing system, which suits our household’s energy patterns.”
- Catherine Deveny, Coburg
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*The statistics for RACV Solar customers have been calculated based on the following assumptions: the site's prior electricity consumption and tariffs, 3D modelling software for commercial and complicated residential sites (identifying shade/structures that impact performance), local sunlight irradiance and climate data, Victorian grid electricity emissions intensity factor of 1.12 kg CO2 eq / kWh, and average home system size in Victoria.