Phantom Power or sometimes called stand by power is the continual use or leakage of electricity when a device is plugged in but not turned on. This refers to the small amounts of energy that are centrally “leaked” or consumed even though the appliance is turned off. In some cases, Phantom power can be more than 40 Watts. Here are three tips to reduce Phantom Power: 1. Use a Power Strip with ON / OFF Switches 2. Use Energy Star Products 3. Unplug your products when your are not using them. Consider Switching to Smart Power Strips today to save more money from Phantom Power.