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Energy Saving Opportunity for Work and Home

The Department of Energy estimates that using energy saving modes on electronics will save consumers and businesses more than $1.8 billion in energy costs over the next 5 years and prevent greenhouse gas emissions of 2.7 million vehicles! Please consider using energy saving modes on your computers, monitors and other office and lab equipment that have these features. Every little bit counts—below is a table that shows typical energy usage and cost savings for office equipment.

Typical Power Requirements and Energy Use of Office Equipment
Equipment Power Requirements (Watts) Annual Energy Costs (Off at Night) Annual Energy Costs (0n 24hrs/day)
Computer 55 $9 $39
Monitor (15”) 75 $12 $54
Laser Printer 60 $14 $44

Source: Office Equipment Energy Savings Calculator, LBL.

Please refer to the link below on how to check Energy Saving Settings on your current Windows Systems:
Energy Settings
 

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Last Modified: April 23, 2013
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