Get Paid To Be Green & Recycle Your Old Electronics

September 22, 2008 by David · 1 Comment

Most of the time when we think of recycling we don't really think of getting paid, but if you've got one too many electronic gadgets cluttering up your space this might be a game changer for you. The following 2 websites are offering cash for your used electronic devices
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Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient iPod Speakers: The Vers 2X

September 9, 2008 by David · Leave a Comment

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Vers Wood iPod Speaker Dock 2X101

$179.99

This 15 watt system is one of the most energy efficient and sustainable products of it's kind. The casing is crafted out of wood (either cherry, bamboo or walnut). The wood comes only from plantation forests, and each speaker system is hand-finished. The system requires 50% less electricity than standard switching power supplies and is packaged in recycled materials. This is definitely a refreshing change and the sound is fantastic.

The Vers 2x is also RoHS compliant, which indicates that the electronics are free from particually hazardous components (lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) flame retardants). [Read more]

Filed Under: Electronics, Gifts, Portable Solutions
Tagged: Eco Friendly, Ipod Speakers, sustainable

Energy Conservation Through Use of Eco Friendly Technology – Part 1 Laptops

September 5, 2008 by David · Leave a Comment

This may be a bit of a redundant theme on this website, but if you are looking to buy a computer and you are concerned about reducing waste and promoting conservation a great option is to look to the vast resources for used, recycled or refurbished machines. Read more

Filed Under: Personal Computers
Tagged: Eco Friendly Computers, Epeat, Green Laptops, Greenest Laptop, Recycled Laptops

Dell Latitude Notebooks

August 5, 2008 by David · Leave a Comment

Current Dell Latitude laptops consume up to 70% less energy on average than the previous generation OptiPlex GX6201.The energy saved results in a reduction of pollution to the environment. In addition, every 1000 units of Latitude laptops installed instead of the Opti GX620 helps reduce CO2 omission by approximately 1 million lbs2. Dell Latitude laptops are designed with the environment in mind. Read more