Lowering voltage about 5% could lower emissions and save customers on the national electricity market around $110 a year, research shows
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Ever wondered why your trusty toaster abruptly failed or your widescreen TV suddenly went on the fritz, far too early in the life of the appliance?
Excessively high voltage levels might be to blame for their premature demise, energy experts say.
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