What’s That Energy Sucker in the Corner?
You and I probably had a similar experience when we saw that plasma TV quality for the first time at our local Fry’s store. The picture quality was so vivid and beautiful it seemed like you could reach in a grab that tropical fish. The technology is truly wonderful but unofrtunately, plasma TVs have become the home’s equivalent of a gas-guzzling SUV, consuming two to three times more energy than other smaller types of TVs. In fact, some models, even when used only a few hours a day, will suck up as much electricity each year as a refrigerator. Powering a fancy TV and full-on entertainment system can add nearly $200 to a family’s annual energy bill. In five years this will add up to a $1000 easy. Plasma TVs are really a gift that keeps on taking.
Comparison of energy suckers by California Energy Commission
Now if someone started regulating the size of TVs we can buy or own, most of us would have a serious conniption with this. But wouldn’t it benefit us if we were made aware of (more…)
