DOES UNPLUGGING APPLIANCES SAVE ELECTRICITY? THE TRUTH ABOUT “VAMPIRE POWER” (AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT)

What is vampire power?Also called phantom load, it’s the electricity gadgets draw while “off” or idle—anything with lights, clocks, remotes, or sleep mode. Biggest culprits: Cable box/DVR: 20–30 W Game …

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