How is Dell incorporating environmentally friendly features into its products?
NEWTON: Dell s Energy Smart product strategy delivers products that can provide the maximum performance at the least amount of power required. The company has actively participated in the Energy Star program since 1993, and we offer multiple desktops, workstations, and notebooks that meet the new Energy Star 4.0 requirements. PCT: How do customers benefit from Dell s Energy Smart program? NEWTON: Our Energy Smart product strategy lets customers get the most value for their purchase. Businesses can dial in the energy efficiency they want by using online calculators to custom-configure components such as processors and hard drives. The calculator lets customers compare energy savings based on the configurations they select. PCT: What other environmentally friendly programs has Dell implemented? NEWTON: The Plant a Tree for Me program has become very popular with our customers. When a customer orders a Dell product, he can choose to donate to The Conservation Fund and Carbonfund.org. 100%