Vampire energy sucking... spooky

I caught this interesting segment on my local news last night regarding Vampire Energy. It discusses how when you think you've turned off an appliance it may still be sucking energy (bad for both the environment and your energy bill):

http://www.globaltoronto.com/video/index.html?releasePID=56QLSEDG3GB9HFTIf8SlZ9sKMNVjt7tA

After doing a little internet research I discovered that October is Energy Awareness Month and, appropriately, a number of articles on the energy sucking topic:

Vampire Labs

Vampire Power

Core77-Vampire Energy Chart

And here are some other pices on energy efficiency:

Renewable Energy Solutions for Your Home

Curb Your Energy, Not Your Enthusiasm

A Guide to Provincial Energy Efficiency Grants and Rebates