Apple's Snow Leopard OS Saves $10 Million in Energy Annually
Marissa Brassfield — September 4, 2009 — Eco
References: apple & treehugger
In a recent CNET review, editors found that Apple's Snow Leopard OS is green. Well, sort of--they estimated that a MacBook with Snow Leopard installed would use about a dollar's worth less electricity than with prior Apple OSX operating systems. That may seem like a paltry sum, but when you consider that Apple sells about 10 million computers per year, that dollar adds up quickly.
While Windows 7 is also said to be more energy-efficient than its predecessors, it won't be released to the public until October; Apple's Snow Leopard OS is available now. Looks like Apple has beaten Windows to the green punch--at least in this respect.
While Windows 7 is also said to be more energy-efficient than its predecessors, it won't be released to the public until October; Apple's Snow Leopard OS is available now. Looks like Apple has beaten Windows to the green punch--at least in this respect.
Trend Themes
1. Green Operating Systems - Apple's Snow Leopard OS represents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the green tech sector with its energy-saving features.
2. Energy-efficient Operating Systems - Developing energy-efficient operating systems is a strong trend with significant cost-saving benefits for both consumers and businesses.
3. OS Sustainability - Sustainability features in operating systems present an emerging trend that can have a significant impact in reducing energy consumption.
Industry Implications
1. Tech - Tech is an industry that is always looking for ways to innovate and differentiate itself, and developing green operating systems can help companies achieve that.
2. Computer Hardware - The computer hardware industry can benefit from the trend towards energy-efficient operating systems, as more consumers will seek out products that are environmentally friendly.
3. Renewable Energy - The trend towards green operating systems presents opportunities for renewable energy industries to collaborate with tech companies and develop sustainable solutions while reducing their carbon footprint.
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