standby

Science and Technology

Leaving the charger plugged in without a phone consumes energy or is it a myth? Experts call the phenomenon “phantom consumption” and warn that dozens of devices on standby can add up on the bill over the year.

Valdemar Medeiros 22/06/2026 at 09:11

Science and Technology

Goodbye to the invisible waste of the home: intelligent systems now combine thermostat, lighting, plugs, and energy monitor into a single platform capable of automating devices, displaying real-time consumption, and operating with standby of up to 0.5 to 1 watt on key devices.

Valdemar Medeiros 18/04/2026 at 07:24

Science and Technology

The energy consumption that goes unnoticed in millions of Brazilian homes does not come from the refrigerator or the air conditioner; it occurs even when everything seems to be turned off and can represent up to 12% of the electricity bill according to the International Energy Agency.

Valdemar Medeiros 30/03/2026 at 15:52

Sustainability

You Unplug, But Keep Paying: The Phantom Consumption of Appliances Plugged In

Caio Aviz 05/11/2025 at 16:05