Vampire Appliances

The average American home has about 20 electrical appliances that suck up electricity even after being turned off. Electrical appliances that drain energy when switched off use up energy because they support features such as timers, clocks, memory, and remote on and off switches. Vampire appliances account for 1-15% of the average resident energy bill.

Here's a list of Vampire Appliances or Electricity Leaking Appliances

• TV
• VCR
• Cable Modem
• Stereo
• DVR
• Gas Range
• Furnace
• Coffee Maker
• Audio System
• Wireless Phone
• DVD
• Fax Machine
• Ink Jet Printer
• Musical Instruments
• Computer LCD 
• Surge Protector
• Monitor
• Desktop Computer 
• Satellite
• Answering machine
• Cable Box
• Clock
• Video Game Console
• Microwave
• Garage Door Opener
• Computer LCD Monitor
• Cell Phone Charger

Save Money on Swimming Pool Power

You can save money on the amount of energy your swimming pool uses. One way that you can do this is by using an efficient pool pump. Most residential pools only need a pump that is 75 horsepower. It is also important that you only use your pool pump when necessary. It shouldn't be operating 24 hours a day seven days a week 365 days a year. In fact, you only need the pump to be running six hours a day. The pump also does not need to be running all day non stop. In fact, it works more efficiently if you let it run several short cycles throughout the day instead of continuously for hours at a time all day. 

Electricity Safety Tips For Kids (and Adults)

     

• NEVER fly kites near power lines.
• Never put fingers or objects into an lectrical outlet, toaster or other appliances whether the appliance is off or not
• Keep electrical appliances away from water.
• NEVER climb a fence around an electrical substation.
• Before climbing trees look out for power lines first.
• Make sure all electric cords are tucked away and not in anyone's way to prevent trips or falls.
•  Don't plug to many appliances into one outlet or extension cord; it can cause a fire in your home

Which Countries Consume the Most Electricity?

Have you ever wondered which countries consume the most electricity? Here's a partial list according to nationmaster.com:



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