Vampire Electronics

Vampire electronics are the household appliances and devices that suck energy even when turned off -- like cell phone chargers, microwave ovens, DVD players, and televisions. It’s estimated that 10 to 50 vampire electronics are found in the average North American home.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 40% of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed when they’re in standby mode.

Billions of dollars are wasted annually in vampire electronic consumption. For the average household, that can cost a homeowner a minimum of $130 a year, or more than a month’s electricity bill.