Everyday energy

Standby power calculator

Measure the quiet cost of devices drawing power while nobody is using them.

YOUR NUMBERS, AT A GLANCE

Annual standby cost$31.76CAD · estimate based on your inputs

Monthly standby cost$2.61

Annual standby energy219 kWh

MAKE THE ESTIMATE WORK HARDER

Measure before switching things off. Refrigerators, medical devices, safety systems and essential network equipment may need continuous power.

How we calculate it

Combined idle watts ÷ 1,000 × idle hours × days × electricity rate. Only counts the standby load you enter.

Results describe the scenario you enter. They are estimates, not a quote or a guaranteed reduction in your utility bill.