Computers and monitors can account for half of the electricity used in a typical office, says the company behind the ecobutton. A single monitor left switched on overnight can use the same energy as a laser printer producing 800 A4 printed copies – and don’t be fooled by a screensaver – the computer is still working at full power to run this, it claims.

The ecobutton is an illuminating USB device that acts as a reminder and a prompt for the user to press the ecobutton at every opportunity whenever the computer is going to be left idle.

People generally do not like turning off their computers because of the time it often takes to restart. But when the ecobutton is pressed it engages the computer into energy saving ‘ecomode’, which ensures that both the computer and monitor are set to operate in the most efficient, lowest power mode available. Then, when you need to use the computer again, simply press any key to instantly return to where you left off.

It pays to be green and doesn’t cost the earth.

Web: www.eco-button.com
Email: ecobutton@brightideasglobal.com

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