by Dan | November 21, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
Switching from conventional batteries to rechargeables is a quick, easy and convenient way to reduce one’s carbon footprint. Take a second to think about what battery operated devices you have at home and work. Your remote controls, wireless computer mice, cordless telephone, MP3 players, torches, clocks, electronic scales, and most kids toys too!
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by Dan | October 28, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
If you want to save some energy with your PC, there are a number of very simple tips you can use without buying a new computer or buying some energy saving gadget.
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by Dan | October 23, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
Here’s a technology-based eco tip today that saves energy and money too. Bluetooth and WiFi (as in wireless networking) are 2.4GHz radio data communication standards, but are often referred to as features in mobiles phones and personal computers (PCs). Bluetooth and WiFi devices are typically very power-hungry, and therefore use significantly more energy when enabled on a device.
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by Dan | October 2, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
If you’ve ever worked in an office, I’m sure you’ll join me in being flabbergasted at just how much paper is wasted in the workplace. Documents are often printed too many times and usually unnecessarily. Then think how quickly those documents go out of date? Here are some simple tips to be more environmentally friendly with your printing.
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by Dan | September 24, 2008 | In Home, Technology | 1 Comment
Buying an eBook is one of the best ways to make an eco-friendly reading choice. Take advantage of this opportunity and try one out for free (with no obligation).
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by Dan | August 28, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
Our electronic devices suck power even when we’re not using them. It’s called “Vampire Power”. A quick and easy way to cut down on this excess usage is to connect multiple devices to a power strip/surge protector. Then, at night or when you leave the house, you have only one switch to flick that will cut down on your usage immensely. Check out this chart to figure out how much excess energy your electronics use.
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by Dan | August 12, 2008 | In Technology | No Comments (Yet!)
Do you have a company website? Perhaps a personal website with a few photos? Maybe you have a blog? Well it’s no surprise that web servers use vast amounts of energy in processing power, disk accesses and cooling costs.
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