Did you know that some appliances consume energy even when they’re turned off? Their impact on your bill is significant and shouldn’t be underestimated.
This phenomenon is called “phantom consumption,” and it can weigh heavily on your energy bill. By unplugging certain devices, you can save more money than you might think.
Here’s a short list of devices you should unplug at night to avoid phantom consumption.
1.Microwave While some kitchen appliances, like refrigerators, obviously need to stay plugged in, others can contribute significantly to energy consumption even when turned off. This is the case with microwaves, toasters, and similar devices that can be unplugged overnight.
The microwave usually has a digital clock that consumes energy. If you’re not using it, unplug it.
2.Chargers It’s a common yet wrong habit: most of us leave chargers constantly plugged into the outlet.
This applies not only to cell phone chargers but also to those for tablets, laptops, and electric toothbrushes.
3.Computer Don’t rely too much on the sleep mode of computers: turning them off can make a huge difference.
Computers consume a lot of energy even in sleep mode, and they tend to last longer if turned off completely.
4.Television The blinking lights of your TV have become a part of your home, so much so that you might not even notice them anymore, but they consume energy.
The screen of a television can draw power even when it’s off, so it’s a good idea to unplug it at night.
5.Refrigerator This appliance must remain on to preserve the food inside.
However, you can unplug the refrigerator when you go on vacation or spend a long time away from home. Disconnecting it during these periods can lead to significant savings at the end of the month.
6.Power Strips
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