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. Read the rest of this entry »