Save Energy by Avoiding Phantom Power: Part 2

As we mentioned in Part I of this miniseries on phantom power, many gadgets, electronic devices and appliances draw power even when they're switched off or not in use, just by being plugged in. It might seem not worth worrying about, but it can add up to about 10 percent of you home's energy use, or about one month of your electricity use each year.

Luckily, in addition to the tips we offered before, there are a handful of mini-appliances and gadgets that can help you determine which of your electronics are drawing the most phantom power, and keep them from sucking down electricity when you aren't using them.