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Electricity Standby Killers
Potential Savings: £60–£120/yr
1
Switch devices off at the wall
Game consoles, routers, printers cost £10–£20/year each on standby. Standby power can be 10–15% of your electricity bill.
Action:
Switch off unused devices at the wall. Use a power strip with a switch for multiple devices.
2
Use £5 smart plugs to automate off-hours
Automate devices to turn off when not in use. Smart plugs can be scheduled and controlled via app.
Action:
Install smart plugs for high-consumption devices. Set schedules for off-peak hours.
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