We are all aware that saving electricity not only saves money but also reduces pollution and conserves greenery. However, simply knowing facts do not help, we need to initiate steps to make the concept functional. Sometimes the consciousness and intentions to save electricity is there but the methods, which can embolden such efforts further, might be missing. Adopting low cost approaches like the Unplug device can boost our awareness and behavioral actions further towards a more sustainable life.
The plugged electrical devices are seen in many cases to remain active even in stand by modes like the clock in a laptop, computer, and microwave oven or charging of the ups, or even power lights of TV, DVD/Cd players, set-top box, etc. These electrical gadgets consume electricity even when switched off thereby wasting a huge portion of unused electricity and inflating our electricity bills too. As suggested by industrial designer René Lee, the new intermediate energy saving plug– the Unplug plug-cum-plug holder, can check such wastage as well as cause effective behavioral changes to last us life-long.
René illustrates through an infographic illustration that devices like computer, microwave, cordless phone base, laser printer, UPS etc in stand by modes consume a steady flow of energy; this “vampire energy” can be checked by plugging them out after-use and stop the flow. Now whenever we plug out a device the mess created from the strewn around plugs as well as the laziness of searching out plugs the next time force us to let things remain as it is. To change this attitude the unplug device is of great help it not only de-clutters the mess of wires around but also allows hanging the plug mid-air out of the socket, stopping any loss of “vampire energy”. Molded out of soft-corn based biodegradable plastic, the Unplug is injected into an empty plug-socket and holds the disconnected plug from the electric board. It is adaptable to all types of plugs and creates a visual organized display of the plug station.
Via: René Lee Designs
