Angle Vale has become the leading solar power town in the country. A report recently issued by the Climate Council shows that 65% of households in Angle Vale have roof top solar photo voltaic systems. The neighbouring town of Virginia is not far behind with 53% of households having installed solar PV on their rooftops. Local Member of Parliament, Mr Tony Piccolo said that clearly the local community sees the benefits of renewable energy from both a financial and environmental perspective. “They are clearly shouting the benefits of renewable energy from the rooftops,” said Mr Piccolo. “These figures illustrate the State’s support and potential for growth in the renewable energy sector,” added Mr Piccolo. Modelling released by leading accounting firm Ernst & Young has shown that South Australia will have the highest per capita jobs from the growth in renewable energy industries in Australia. The report showed that South Australia could see around four times the number of jobs per capita compared to Victoria. The report notes that South Australia will create a substantial number of new jobs, more than those lost from the loss of fossil-fuelled based electricity generation. Visiting Angle Vale last week to meet with the Penney family who have installed solar PV on their roof, Sustainability, Environment and Conservation Minister, Ian Hunter said it is clear that renewable energy is the future. “This is the clear message from South Australian households and their embrace of rooftop solar and from businesses who are increasingly turning to renewable energy,” said Mr Hunter. “We have modelling from Ernst & Young that shows that our leadership on renewables has meant our State will gain the most in terms of jobs and growth from having more renewable energy in Australia,” the Minister added. Mr Barry Penney said they installed their solar system to take advantage of the savings. “With a 10kW system we are not paying power bills, its free electricity,” Mr Penney said. “We got solar panels to save money and it’s great for the environment”. “Solar is very safe and reliable”. Mrs Nadia Penney added that it’s good for the environment. “I believe we have this free energy, so we should be using it,’ said Mrs Penney.