Does a clock radio consume more electricity with the radio on ? It consumes more electricity if it is louder ?

Question

Does a clock radio consume more electricity with the radio on than when the radio is off ? Also, does it consume more electricity when the radio is turned up louder volume?

Answer 1

Yes.  To be really green, you should unplug the clock when not in use, and only plug it in when you need the alarm.

Answer 2

Yes and yes