Many Companies Are Shifting to Eco-Friendly IT

June 23rd, 2010

The continued increase in demand for software, computing devices, and internet technology in the developed world along with the rapid industrialization of developing nations is forcing us to take a look at more sustainable technologies. Not only is there a concern that we are depleting some of the finite resources used in these technologies, but their effect on our environment could be devastating. There are a number of ways that IT departments are looking to increase efficiency in order to create a more sustainable technological industry.One of the major areas of change in the technology industry is the type of monitor used. Traditional CRT monitors are rapidly being replaced with LCD screens. Known for their precise technology, CRT screens are still necessary in some industries such as graphic design. However, many people have switched to LCDs, which are lighter weight and don’t consume as much energy as CRTs, nor emit the heat produced by CRTs.Another way for a company to increase environmental efficiency as well as lower electricity costs is by installing power management software. This is a system that can monitor how long computers stay on when they aren’t being used and turn them off after a certain period of time. Power management software is also used to make sure no devices are left on overnight, wasting unnecessary electricity. Saving money while reducing your carbon footprint is a hard-to-beat proposition.Altering the type of computers used in your workplace is another easy way to save energy and costs. Thin clients are a new type of computer that allows you to access documents or files from the server through the use of virtualization. Compared to traditional desktops, thin clients have a much longer life span, which reduces long-term costs. Virtualization technology of thin clients significantly reduces energy consumption. There are other advantages of these devices that make it a popular technology. Because information is accessed from the server, you don’t have the concern of saving or losing data if the thin client is disconnected.

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