Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phantom Load/vampire power/standby power?
It's the electricity that continues to be consumed by an electronic device when it's turned off but still plugged into an outlet.

How does Phantom Load cost me money?
Even when your household appliances are turned off, they are still using energy—and costing you money.

How can I help solve this problem that collectively costs U.S. consumers $43 billion a year?
By using the LogicPlug. The LogicPlug energy saving device is the world's most intelligent energy saving device, dramatically reducing Phantom Load up to 98 percent when an appliance is off. To help reduce Phantom Load, you can remove plugs, turn off power strips when they're not in use or remove the devices from the outlet altogether.

How does Phantom Load negatively impact the environment?
In addition to saving you money, the LogicPlug saves energy that is normally put to waste. The amount of smog-forming pollution that comes from U.S. coal power plants each year is equivalent to the exhaust of 37,000,000 cars. One study estimates that the Phantom Load from televisions alone is equivalent to the waste output of a nuclear power plant. If all standby power appliances were eliminated in California, it would not have faced rolling blackouts.

What is passive vs. active standby?
When appliances are turned off but still plugged in, they are either in passive standby or active standby mode. For example, a clock radio that is flashing the time is in passive standby mode. A plasma TV that is turned off but programmed to record at a certain time is an example of active standby mode. A plasma TV sucks more electricity annually than a VCR, DVD player and game console combined (Source: 2005 Intrusive Residential Standby Service Report; Department of Energy).

What is the LogicPlug and how will it help defeat Phantom Load?
It's the world's most intelligent plug. Using proprietary technology, this energy saving device identifies Phantom Load and reduces wasted standby power by up to 94 percent.

What is the LogicPlug PLUS and what will it do for me?
The LogicPlug PLUS is our newest smart plug model. While our original LogicPlug is 94 percent efficient, our new technology reduces wasted standby power with up to 98 percent efficiency.

How does the LogicPlug work?
The LogicPlug senses electricity supplied to an appliance when it is both on and off in order to understand how much electricity is truly needed. It is then able to ensure that power is fully supplied when needed, while at the same time, drastically reducing the amount of electricity supplied when the device is not in use.

Why should I call and order the LogicPlug?
The LogicPlug will not only save you money each year and reduce your operational costs and carbon footprint, but it will also help reduce wasted standby power globally. Seventy five percent of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off, which equates to nearly $43 billion a year in wasted energy. Ultimately, this energy saving device is beneficial for both your pocket and the environment.

Why should I sign up for a free energy saving audit at my business or home?
First of all, it's free. The HHI Energy Audit is designed to help your organization save money while also helping the environment. Our energy audit is a cost-effective way to help your business collect and analyze data, understand employee awareness regarding environmental issues and create an energy strategy based on your carbon footprint. More businesses and homes have a plasma TV and computer today, which suck up loads of vampire power, leading to energy costs escalating out of control. A free audit is your first step to fixing this problem.