Many electronic devices that we have at home are in constant use. Because even if they are not switched on, they consume electricity in standby mode. These are, for example, the television, receiver, washing machine or multiple socket with four different chargers. This makes no sense, especially during a longer vacation and will cost you money unnecessarily.
According to the consumer advice center, devices that are in standby mode can be responsible for 20 percent of the electricity consumption in a three-person household. A router also consumes as much electricity as an energy-efficient refrigerator.
Mobile phone charging cables, on the other hand, consume significantly less electricity than expected. Because the annual cost of a permanently plugged-in charging cable is just under two euros – it’s up to you whether it’s worth unplugging it regularly. But, be careful: If your charger is defective, it can quickly overheat and become a fire hazard. So it’s worth getting one Socket strip with switch-off function to buy.