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What exactly is the incremental power draw for automation? My network gear and server (a little nuc) are sunk power costs as I self host other services.
Idling, my home uses around 100W with the fridge off. One 10W light is an additional 10% of my power budget, and I have a lot more than one light in my house. I also pay about $0.40/kWh.