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a notebook that does not cost the earth
Never one to miss an environmentally friendly gadget, this week’s tech article looks at the Asus EcoBook. Spawned from its predecessor the Asus U2, its chassis is made entirely from bamboo panelling. Through its innovative use of materials, it would appear Asus is attempting to reduce the impact technology has on the environment. The material is the right one for the job: Not only is it found in abundance, it grows at speed and is biodegradable at the end of its life.Contrary to what you might think of such a laptop, Asus claims it to be robust in design and even that the laptop has accompanied (and survived) an expedition up Mount Everest. Indeed in addition to its green casing, it also has a Solid State Drive making it resilient to bumps and prangs. It is interesting, however, to see the website make no mention to the power requirements of the notebook leaving me sceptical to its true green credentials.
Although the laptop looks very cool and would definitely be a conversation starter in any situation – be it business or social – I find it hard to believe that a laptop whose only offering is a bamboo chassis is really all that sustainable.
For those interested in the specs, check out the Asus website.
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