Ratings demand 20% energy savings The US Department of Environmental Protection is tightening the requirements for computer monitors to qualify for an Energy Star label, noting the increasing use of energy efficient LED technology and methods that focus light on the person in front of a monitor.

UK influenced by media more than government Britons are the worst consumers in Europe when it comes to recycling their old gadgets, says Dell.

Industry to ‘lead the way’ with 2015 target The EU wants the IT industry to reduce its carbon footprint by 20 percent as early as 2015 in a bid to tackle climate change.

Handset maker claims 15% cut in CO2 emissions Sony Ericsson has launched two new green mobile phones, which it claims reduce CO2 emissions by 15 percent compared to other Sony Ericsson handsets.