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TECHIE
Green Technology
Find outwhat eco-friendly gadgets you can use in your daily life to prevent electric
energywastage and reduce pollution.
Magnificent Mini
Claimed
to be the world’s most energy-efficient desktop
computer, Apple’s Mac mini is free of nasty chemicals used
in many electronics like lead, BFRs (brominated flame re-
tardants) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride). This highly efficient
mini desktop comes with a power supply that only requires
85W and is up to 89% efficient. Low power consumption
reduces energy bills and lessens the environmental impact
of greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. A built-in
power supply means no plastic housing, less weight and
less cable clutter. Another awesome thing about this envi-
ronmentally friendly product is that it uses highly recyclable
aluminium to create an incredibly compact enclosure with
just 7.7 by 7.7 by 1.4 inches; a fraction of the size of a typical
desktop tower, making it one of the most material-efficient
desktop computers available.
Watching Green
The
Philips Econova Television is the greenest flat screen TV
that’s available in the market, which earned its name by not
taking up energy when not needed as this 42-inch TV only
consumes 46W of power. Touted to be the very first PVC-free
TV in the market, the Econova’s housing is mainly made
from 60% post-industrial recycled aluminium, making the
manufacturing process much cleaner. The best feature of this
flat screen television is its ability to dim the backlight– up to
five times peak brightness – in response to programmaterial.
The electronics used for the Econova are 100%halogen - free,
plus the cushions are made of bended cardboard and the
protection plastic foambag is replacedwith a paper sheet. The
television also comes with a solar remote, where you’ll never
have to replace batteries.
Life’s a Socket
Leaving
your gadgets plugged in, charging all the time can
decrease the battery’s lifespan. The Belkin Conserve Socket
saves you by cutting off power after a predetermined amount
of time. The Conserve Socket can be used to shut off standby
power after your electronic devices are fully charged. The socket
comes with three timer settings: 30 minutes, three hours and
six hours. Power will be completely cut off when the time you
have selected expires. The Conserve Socket helps make your
home safer by automatically shutting off fire hazards such as
hair dryers, curling irons, coffee makers and more. The socket
also works in shutting off lights, fans and heaters to avoid
leaving them on indefinitely, which would definitely help in
saving your electricity bill.