Greening Your Computer

By Coco Clayman-Cook

Computers have a great potential to aide us in global greening, if we are willing to utilize them properly.  First, it is important to properly maintain our computers so they work as long as possible.  This is also great for our wallets.  Maintain your computers by regularly vacuuming the front and the back of the tower.  This will prevent dust from clogging the venting holes and will add years to your computer's functionality.

Also keep in mind that as long as your computer is plugged in it is draining energy. When your computer is off, unplug it. When you aren't working on your computer, even for a few minutes put it on sleep mode.  It's good for your computer and it's good for the environment. 

Lastly, when it is time to dispose of your computer, make sure you do so responsibly.  If the computer is still functional consider donating it to a school, shelter or charity.  If it is completely non-functional with no hope of repair dispose of it with an eco tech waste company.