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Is It Risky to Let a Charger Permanently Plugged In?

Summary by Le Point.fr
A branch charger continuously consumes a small amount of energy. This, depending on the age and quality of the device, can have various consequences.

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A branch charger continuously consumes a small amount of energy. This, depending on the age and quality of the device, can have various consequences.

·Paris, France
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To refer to energy consumed by a charger that stays connected without being used, Quebecers have a nice term: "Vampire energy" or "phantom energy". Is this energy a myth? Can we leave the chargers connected? Are there any other risks – from accelerated aging to overheating or even starting from fire?

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Le Point.fr broke the news in Paris, France on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
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