But there’s more to the story.

Picture your coffee maker waiting on the kitchen counter for tomorrow morning’s brew. While you sleep, it quietly draws power. This is called standby power, or “vampire power”—energy consumed by devices that are off but still plugged in.

Standby power can account for up to 10% of household energy use. That’s a significant amount you could save just by unplugging some devices.

Which Appliances Should You Unplug?
Does this mean you need to unplug everything at home? Not exactly. Essential appliances, like your refrigerator or washing machine, shouldn’t be unplugged—unless you want melted ice cream or a pile of stinky laundry.

However, idle gadgets like phone chargers, toasters, or rarely used TVs are perfect candidates. Unplugging them is simple, effective, and can noticeably reduce your electricity bill.

Nighttime Unplugging: Is It Worth