Another problem related to a charger plugged in unnecessarily is that your electricity bill increases! With 1 kWh estimated at 0.15 cents in France, these 6 chargers plugged in continuously will cost you 0.39 cents per year.
To reduce your bill, you should also think about maintaining your household appliances because when dirty and worn, they consume more and work less well! Discover our tips for cleaning the washing machine, its filter, the dishwasher and the heating. For even more savings in the house, follow our advice and remember to unplug the microwave during the holidays. Also discover our professional advice for saving on the heating bill and our tips for charging your phone faster and using less electricity.
Premature wear of equipment
A charger (cord + plug) left plugged in for nothing repeatedly wears out prematurely and may not work as well even if its life expectancy is generally longer than that of a phone. Otherwise, the high price of a computer charger if you had to replace it could be enough to discourage you from leaving it plugged in when empty…
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