The Ecobutton is an easy to use, computer energy saving device which eliminates unnecessary PC power use when you are away from your desk. The ecobutton illuminates as a reminder for you to press it every time your computer is not in use resulting in electricity savings of up to £50 per year and helping reduce your overall carbon footprint.
Start Saving Energy
Just hit the button to place your machine in standby mode. Simply press any button on the keyboard to bring your computer back to life. As soon as your computer powers back up you will automatically be informed of how much money you have saved!
Remove From Packaging
Remove the Ecobutton from the packaging.
Simple Design
The eco button is simply a button attached to a USB cable.
USB Connection
Just plug in the USB connector, it's that easy.
Software Download
Visit the eco button website and download the software.
Reporting
This handy little screen shows you exactly how much money and CO2 you have saved.
Every time you step away from your desk to make a cup of tea, go for a meeting or out to lunch you could be reducing energy usage and saving money. Simply tap the Ecobutton to put your computer into the most economical energy saving mode. Upon your return, press any key which will reactivate your computer exactly where you left off.
The Ecobutton is very easy to install via your computer's USB port. Once plugged in, load the appropriate software and you are ready to go. The downloaded computer software is also a great educational tool which displays both savings in cost and carbon dioxide on your computer screen each time you use the Ecobutton proving that it really is working and increasing energy efficiency.
Of all of the electrical energy saving devices on the market this particular standby saver is surely one of the easiest to use. The real bonus with this eco product is that it shows you clearly how much money you are saving and how you are reducing CO2 emmissions, therefore making it simple to monitor and reduce your carbon footprint.
Savings Calculator
The carbon calculator is a great educational tool which can be viewed every time you use your
eco-button to determine exactly how much carbon and electricity you are saving. Each time you
press the Eco-button these readings are converted to show you exactly how much money you are
saving.
The carbon calculator is preset with default information which can be changed to suit your
own individual usage, simply adjust the default INPUT INFORMATION in blue The default
information takes an average from various sources so you would gain a much more accurate reading
by adjusting these settings to suit your own computer.
NOTES:
Input information B - This will vary depending on your computer and what it is used
for as this reading is taken from the average power consumed per computer (Watts). The average
computer uses between 60-300 Watts whereas Laptops use a lot less.
Input information D - The default set for Watts rating per computer takes a 17 inch
LCD monitor into account.
For further information regarding your computer ratings please check your machine’s labels or
documentation.
Input information E - The average cost per kilo Watt hour of electricity is worked out
using an average. For an accurate figure for the fees you pay you will need to check your
electricity bill or with your supplier.