Tue 7 Jul 2009
A Tip from Xcel Energy
Posted by Dean under Products, Tips and Tricks
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Save Energy and Get Organized
Phantom or “standby power” refers to electric power consumed by electronic appliances while switched off or in a standby mode. While this wasted power in a single appliance is very small, the sum of all the electric devices in your home can quickly add up. So taking action to reduce this waste can make a difference on your electric bill.
Get started reducing your phantom load by using a power strip to create a charging station. Designate a common area of the house to be used for all cell phone, MP3, video game, etc recharging and plug in the power strip. When charging is complete, simply flip the power strip off to eliminate any standby power usage. We bet you’ll also save on time by having all your personal devices in one spot.
Read more tips on how to rid yourself of “phantoms” lurking in your home.
