Even if you’re not charging your phone, your charger still uses electricity, about 1.5 kilowatt-hours per year. Having several chargers plugged in adds up, increasing your energy costs and environmental impact.
Fire Risk
Cheap or low-quality chargers can overheat, especially if left covered or plugged in for long periods, which can create a fire hazard.
Higher Electricity Bills
While one charger may use just a few pennies’ worth of power yearly, having multiple chargers constantly plugged in can lead to unnecessary increases in your electric bill.
Energy Waste
Chargers left plugged in waste energy, contributing to a bigger carbon footprint.
Bottom line: Unplug your chargers when you’re not using them. It’s safer, saves energy, and lowers your electricity bill.
