In our wired world the production of consumer electronics is growing more than ever to satisfy our always-on, always-connected society. While people enjoy faster technology in smaller devices, what they may not realize is that even when not charging, these gadgets consume a substantial amount of energy. As the number of these electronic gadgets increase, so do utility bills and greenhouse gas emissions. Even though this contributes to global warming,we may not think about it each time we turn on our TV or charge our cell phone. In this podcast, Andrew Fanara from EPAâs ENERGY STAR program addresses these issues. He talks with business analysts, technology reporters, electronics manufacturers and environmental experts about how energy use effects our environment and what solutions exist for consumers and businesses.
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