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The silent energy vampires sucking your finances dry
Sometimes the threats to our finances aren’t as obvious as the electricity or gas bills that arrive in the mail every month. There’s a category of “vampires” that, although invisible, end up draining your wallet without you even noticing.
These insidious creatures are energy vampires in your home. You won’t see them physically, but they’re appliances or systems that consume energy unnecessarily, even when they’re switched off or in standby mode.
The living-room vampire: the television
Television is one of the worst energy vampires hidden in our homes. Even when it’s switched off, the television continues to consume energy.
According to a study by the French Environment and Energy Management Agency (Agence de l’environnement et de la maîtrise de l’énergie), a television that is switched off but still plugged in can consume up to 10% of the total energy it uses when switched on.
The kitchen monster: the fridge
Unsurprisingly, the refrigerator is one of the biggest energy consumers in our homes. However, its real secret lies in its energy inefficiency. An older or poorly maintained fridge can consume up to twice as much energy as a newer, more efficient fridge.
Energy suckers: chargers left plugged in
It’s a habit we all have: leaving chargers plugged in even when we’re not using them. However, even when they’re not charging a device, these chargers continue to consume energy. Saying goodbye to this habit can help you save on your electricity bill.
The invisible vampire: lighting
Traditional light bulbs consume a significant amount of energy. Replacing them with energy-saving bulbs or LEDs can result in significant savings. And don’t forget to turn off the lights when you leave a room.
The electricity rat: the computer in standby mode
Even when your computer is in standby mode, it continues to consume energy. To save energy, always turn off your computer completely when you’re not using it. In conclusion energy vampires are hidden everywhere in our homes. They silently consume our electricity and “steal” our money. It’s important to be aware of these “vampires” and to take steps to reduce their energy consumption. Not only is it good for your wallet, it’s also good for the environment.
