Solar Surge
Fly the sun, dodge the clouds, and learn how weather conditions change a solar array's output.
SOLAR SURGE
Level 1 · First Light
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Irradiance: At sunrise the sun is low, so irradiance, the energy hitting your panels, is weak.
Energy 101
How many watts do holiday lights use? (LED vs. incandescent, 2026)
LED holiday lights use 5–10 watts per 100-bulb string. Incandescent strings use ~40 watts. Here's the full breakdown by light type, plus how to calculate your December electric bill impact.
