DOES UNPLUGGING APPLIANCES SAVE ELECTRICITY? THE TRUTH ABOUT “VAMPIRE POWER” (AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT)
You’ve probably heard the advice countless times: “Unplug stuff when you’re not using it.” It can feel annoying, almost obsessive—but it’s not wrong. The key is to be strategic, not compulsive. There’s a term for the hidden electricity drain that makes this advice relevant: vampire power. Understanding it is the first step to saving energy…