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Plugged-In Devices Waste 10% of Home Energy Use

10/5/2025

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Leaving devices plugged in when not in use accounts for 5 to 10% of home energy use nationwide.
Coffee machines and laptop chargers drain energy even when off.
Stephanie Sy interviews Alexis Abramson, dean of the Climate School at Columbia University.
The discussion highlights awareness of energy waste and the potential for more energy-efficient habits.

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Story summary

Leaving devices plugged in when not in use accounts for 5 to 10% of home energy use nationwide.
Coffee machines and laptop chargers drain energy even when off.
Stephanie Sy interviews Alexis Abramson, dean of the Climate School at Columbia University.
The discussion highlights awareness of energy waste and the potential for more energy-efficient habits.