Halloween is the perfect reminder to watch out for energy vampires, or electronics that drain energy when they’re plugged in, but not being used. These everyday items are things like cell phone chargers, computers and coffee makers that could cost you more than $100 each year!
So how can you avoid wasting energy and scare these vampires away for good? We have some tips:
- After you enjoy your morning brew or perfectly toasted bagel, unplug the coffee maker or toaster until tomorrow.
- Gaming systems use energy even when they’re in standby or sleep mode. When the kids put down the controller, remind them to shut the system down too.
- After you sign off for the night, your home computers, laptops, tablets and printers are still on the job. Shut them down and save.
- Chargers are the worst energy vampires of them all. Unplug these as soon as your devices are fully charged.
Use these tips and more to save energy and money on Halloween and all throughout the year.
Thank you great reminder bc I’m sure most ppl don’t unplug.
Wouldn’t smart TV’s count too? My understanding is these are constantly monitoring use and sending feedback to the manufacturer even when not in use.
How much does a cell phone charger use in a year?
How much electricity does a tv use in a year?
Good tip.
Thank you!!
Yeah, thanks for that useful information. How about lowering your rates instead of tripling them therefore making it impossible for people to keep warm in the winter without the threat of not being able to afford to pay you your ridiculous rates. Try that if you want to help, in all seriousness nobody thinks you want to help anybody except lining your own pockets on the the backs of your customers
Is a phone charger that is plugged into an outlet but not into the phone using electricity?
I have to keep laptop plugged in. If disconnected each day it will miss the updates that come in at different times.
So just the charger cord and plug keep using energy? How about blow dryer? Once I have electric razor charged unplug?
Thanks for the info
Cathy
How do (phone) chargers use power when not plugged into a phone or other device?
Thanks for all the tips.
I use my computer for about 8 hrs. Can not unplug it due to the location.
Roughly, how much does it cost per day?
Thanks,
What is recommended for a home with 2 adults -instant heat unit or a hot water tank?
Thanks for the energy saving tips.
Thank you I had no idea phone chargers did that I do unplug my toaster but not my coffee maker but I will from now on thanks again
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