Top 10 appliances that consume the most energy when they’re turned off: Unplugging them at night saves a lot of money.

Did you know that many appliances continue to consume energy even when they are turned off? This phenomenon, known as “phantom consumption”, can represent a considerable part of your electricity bill. That’s why unplugging some appliances at night is a simple and effective strategy to save money. Here’s a list of the top devices you should unplug before bed.

1. Microwave

• Although it may seem harmless, the microwave constantly consumes energy through its digital clock.
• If you’re not going to use it at night, unplug it.
• The same applies to the toaster and other small kitchen appliances.

2. Chargers

• Many of us leave cell phone chargers, tablets, laptops or electric toothbrushes connected all the time.
• Even when not in use, they still consume energy.
• Unplug them before you go to sleep.

3. Computers

• Sleep mode still consumes electricity.
• Completely shutting down the computer and disconnecting it prolongs its lifespan and reduces consumption.

4. TV

• Even if it is turned off, the TV continues to consume energy due to LED lights or standby functions.
• Unplug it completely at night.

5. Refrigerator (only in special cases)

• You should not disconnect daily, but if you go on vacation or will be away for several days, you can empty it and turn it off to save.

6. Power strips or electrical outlets

• Many appliances are connected to power strips that are still active.
• Turn off the power strip at night to avoid unnecessary consumption.

7. Printer

• Even if not used daily, the printer usually stays on or in standby mode.
• This device consumes more power than it seems, so it’s best to turn it off.

8. Air conditioning

• Even if it is turned off from the remote control, it often still consumes power in standby mode.
• Unplug it especially in the cold months if you are not using it.

9. Electric coffee maker

• If you have a programmable or automatic coffee maker, it probably stays plugged in all day.
• Unplugging it at the end of the day helps to extend its lifespan and save energy.

10. Large appliances

• Washing machine, dishwasher and dryer are usually connected constantly.
• While it’s hard to access your outlets, unplugging them when they’re not in use can make a big difference in your bill.

Additional energy-saving tips:

• Use power strips with a switch to make it easy to disconnect multiple appliances at once.
• Apply timers or smart plugs to automate nighttime shutdown.
• Change consumption habits: charge your devices during the day or early at night.
• Perform regular maintenance on your appliances to ensure they don’t consume more energy than necessary.

Conclusion

Reducing phantom consumption is one of the simplest and most effective ways to save energy and money. You just need a little attention and perseverance to disconnect certain devices at night. With these simple changes in your daily habits, you’ll notice a significant decrease in your monthly electric bill.

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