What activities are included in electronics “operations and maintenance?
Operation and maintenance activities encompass a variety of electronics issues, including: energy conservation and efficiency; printing and copying; and extending product life. Improving operation and maintenance of electronics serves many functions, including: • Reducing energy consumption; • Reducing resource use; • Keeping viable equipment out of the waste stream; and • Reducing demand for new electronic products.
Operation and maintenance activities (PDF, 136 KB) encompass a variety of electronics issues, including: energy conservation and efficiency; printing and copying; and extending product life. Improving operation and maintenance of electronics serves many functions, including: • Reducing energy consumption; • Reducing resource use; • Increasing recycling rates; • Keeping viable equipment out of the waste stream; • Reducing demand for new electronic products; and • Maximizing product life and lifecycle environmental and cost benefits.