Office equipment

More and more of us have computers and other office equipment at home. Computers, laptops and imaging equipment, including printers and faxes are all a common part of our everyday life.

An average computer system (desktop box and monitor) costs between $50 and $80 a year to run. The benefits of getting more efficient office equipment aren't just about the energy you save directly though, often the most efficient products have other features and benefits, such as running cooler and lasting longer, so its worth shopping around.

Choosing by labels

ENERGY STAR® qualified office equipment and imaging products all use the latest energy-efficient technology.

They can use around 50% less electricity than standard equipment. They do this by using less electricity to perform regular tasks, and when not in use they automatically enter a low-consumption mode.

The ENERGY STAR specifications for computers and imaging equipment also include accessories, such as an external power adapters.

 Check out:

• ENERGY STAR mark
• Current list of ENERGY STAR qualified imaging equipment
• Current list of ENERGY STAR qualified computers
• Current ENERGY STAR retailers and where to buy 
• ENERGY STAR specification for computers
• ENERGY STAR specification for imaging equipment

Hints and tips

• Turn off your computer or laptop at the wall at night, or when not in use
• Use the "Power Options" on your computer to save electricity when you're not using it. You can choose the amount of time after which your computer does each of the following:
  • Turn off monitor
  • Turn off hard disks
  • System standby