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By: Willie Wiredhand

Watt Wasters are devices that use electricity even when they appear to be off. Common examples include televisions, game consoles, soundbars, streaming boxes, microwaves with digital clocks, laptops in sleep mode, printers, smart speakers and phone chargers.

These small energy draws, known as standby power, can add up over time.

To reduce their impact, members can:

• Use smart power strips to cut power to multiple devices at once.
• Adjust settings like “Instant On” to reduce standby consumption.
• Unplug idle chargers and rarely used gadgets.
• Put coffee makers, lamps and other small appliances on smart plugs.

Taking simple steps to stop Watt Wasters helps save energy and money while keeping your home efficient.