New ESR Desktop and Laptop PC Standards (December 2008)

The Energy Saving Trust is a UK based non-profit organisation and a source of free impartial advice and information for people across the UK looking to save energy, conserve water and reduce waste.

Their advice is provided to help save money and fight climate change by reducing carbon dioxide emissions from the home. They focus on promoting action that leads to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions - a key contributor to man-made climate change.

Since 1987 they have recommended Desktops and Laptops by setting standards and and establishing a review body to monitor pdoduct and enable manufacturers and suppliers to register product and obtain a seal of approval and label product accordingly.

In the light of the latest review of product by the independant Endorsement Panel and in line with the latest product performance and compliance with the European Directives the latest standards have been set and full details can be found within the attached pdf files that can be down loaded for both products.

For any further information refer to their website for contact details.