Consumer and Finances
Eversource Advice: Don’t Feed the Vampires
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Eversource is alerting customers they may have already inadvertently invited vampires into their homes and businesses. — an announcement from Eversource
Vampire power, also known as “phantom load,” “ghost energy” or “standby power,” is electricity that is consumed by some appliances and electronics even when they’re turned off. If not kept in check, it can account for up to 10 percent of a household’s energy use and cost as much as $100 a year, according to the Department of Energy. One simple way to eliminate the energy drain is by unplugging devices like gaming consoles, laptops, toasters and coffee makers when not in use. Even without a device attached, a plugged-in charger is constantly using electricity, so once a device is charged, unplugging it prevents additional energy usage.
