Everything computer related, from processors to enclosures, are undergoing eco-friendly changes. It was only a matter of time before uninterruptible power supplies got in on the act.

CyberPower Introduces Industry Leading Green UPS - CyberPower (Press Release)

After a year in development and hundreds of tests, the CyberPower engineering team zeroed in on an advanced-circuitry bypass design. The meticulously engineered design improves energy efficiency by significantly reducing energy consumption during normal utility power operation.

“The patented GreenPower™ design reduces the power consumption of UPS systems by up to 75% compared to conventional UPS systems,” said President of Manufacturing, Michael Ho.

Power outlets glow red when you’re not being green - DVICE

Here’s a design concept by Shane Ellis and Terry Brown that’ll lay on the guilt, glowing red when those wall warts are sucking power. The more energy used, the brighter red the outlet glows.

Clean energy in the oil capital of the world - SmartPower Blog

What’s the first word that comes to mind when you hear “Abu Dhabi?” I’m guessing it’s “oil.” Which is why it is so amazing that the worlds first zero-carbon, zero-waste, car-free, emission free city is being built in the United Arab Emirate, near Abu Dhabi.

Consumer Product's Green Diet: Slimmer Packaging Looks Good On You - Environmental Leader

The second driver is the changing customer attitude on sustainable products. IRI panel data supports that, for the first time, consumers are seeing green, and they’ll be voting for sustainable practices with their dollars. In 2008, expect more companies to not only be selling products, but their social and ecological practices as well.

Green Apples - Electronic House

Say hello to my new little friend. It’s a 13-inch MacBook laptop, and yes, I am in love with it.

Why? Because I work on a computer all day, writing these missives and producing features for Electronic House, and not only is my little laptop easy, easy, easy to use, it’s also pretty green. That makes me feel good as I pound away on the electric meter.