Vampire power, also known as idle loads or standby power, is electricity wasted by appliances and devices that remain plugged in while not in use. Overtime, these loads consume a significant amount of energy, taking a bite out of your wallet and accounting for around 20% of American energy bills.
So, how do we fight vampire power? Put down the garlic and start saving on energy bills by unplugging devices when you aren't using them. This will result in real energy savings.
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So, how do we fight vampire power? Put down the garlic and start saving on energy bills by unplugging devices when you aren't using them. This will result in real energy savings.
Some other vampire repellents include:
- Replacing appliances with Energy Star certified models.
- Pluging devices into power strips or smart plugs, whichallows you to manage multiple loads from one location.
- Using our “Unplug me” checklist to reduce vampire loads and stop them in their tracks.
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