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14:44:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9\u002Fmaria-diaz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Maria Diaz is a staff writer based in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with a passion for home automation and a background in graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"86a4db5b-0621-4884-bbf9-f0d357bea594\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with the Trolley accessory.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e2532d2e-75ad-42da-bff1-fe9b666b5ff6\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the star of the EF power station lineup. Through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fearly-black-friday-2024-everything-you-need-to-know-about-holiday-shopping\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBlack Friday\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, it's gone from $6,299 to $4,649, which saves you $1,650. You can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b9a966b-8b81-4102-8f09-21610c3a0141\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CW1QGFZP\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"bundle it with the Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for $5,459 total, which is still $840 under the regular price of the EcoFlow DPU alone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b0f828d3-d59d-4d1d-8243-7a6c8dffa3fb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299, while the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"42b8bc7e-1114-4f00-a77c-9ff110f095a2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Smart-Home-Panel\u002Fdp\u002FB0D14H686R\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for $1,899; though both are currently on sale through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with other units for increased capacity.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is a decidedly expensive solution for a home backup system, and though portable, its hefty weight could affect portability. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA whole-home power backup system is a must for many, especially if you live in an area often affected by hurricanes or other natural disasters. A backup system like the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ad60fd9a-1017-4efb-bcbc-4c1d73a1062d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E can be the perfect fit if you want to switch to solar energy, have a backup in an emergency, or shave a little money off your energy bill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best Black Friday deals: Live updates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrowing up in a developing nation located squarely in the Caribbean meant my family was used to constant power outages. Whether due to hurricanes or other macroeconomic reasons, power outages were a nearly daily occurrence in my upbringing, so when I moved to Eastern North Carolina, I wanted to get a home backup system. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can be strong enough to power a home on its own but can be combined with several batteries as a whole-home backup solution.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","title":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","filename":"dpu3.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F09\u002F71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf\u002Fdpu3.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":13369237,"width":8064,"height":4536,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","imageAltText":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dpu3.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F09","imageWidth":8064,"imageHeight":4536,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ecoflow","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ecoflow.com\u002Fus\u002Fdelta-pro-ultra","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was glad to learn that the house my husband and I purchased already had a generator, but I was less glad when we realized it wasn't in working order. Since moving here over two years ago, we've experienced about a dozen hours-long power outages when a power backup system would've come in handy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoing through power outages with three young kids isn't easy, especially during the hot summer months, so when I began looking for a whole-home power backup system, I was excited to test the Delta Pro Ultra. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce I got the Delta Pro Ultra and Smart Home Panel 2, we looked for an electrician prepared to tackle the installation task. The entire project -- installation of the subpanel, disconnection of the standby home generator, and installation of the 100 amp service wire to the subpanel -- took a duo of certified electricians about 8 to 10 hours. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d8af73bd-8858-4333-99e1-a1c62fc8b33a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra &amp; Smart Home Panel 2 as installed in my garage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra & Smart Home Panel 2\" data-image-filename=\"dpu2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince then, the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra has run like a well-oiled machine in our home in multiple testing scenarios, including simulated power outages.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fanker-solix-c800-plus-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThis new portable power station from Anker is a definite head-turner\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis impressive portable battery has proven to be like the Swiss Army Knife of home backup systems. It can be charged through AC power, solar panels, and gas generators. You can use the DPU with existing rooftop solar panels or with flexible solar panels, meaning you could potentially go off the grid for days and continuously charge your EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with solar energy. The DPU allows for a solar input of up to 16.8kWh, maning you can connect up to 42 400W solar panels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9cd27045-2dec-48d2-8519-9c69691fac50\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means you could also charge your DPU and use it during peak energy hours to save money on your energy bill -- all with little work. The EcoFlow app lets you schedule this so that the battery takes over during peak hours, and your home automatically goes back to grid electricity at night when energy costs are lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesting the uninterrupted power switchover showed that EcoFlow's claims ring true, as the Smart Home Panel 2 ensured a fully automated whole-home switchover for our setup. Several storms that caused school districts to cancel classes and offices advising employees to work remotely led to ideal testing of the DPU and Smart Panel 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"139543b5-e321-48f4-bf0a-f724e2c12774\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app shows the Smart Panel 2 began preparing for the storm (left) and then alerted us when we were on backup power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow alerts\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-1-recovered-copy.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the first of these storms began hitting our home, the lights started flickering, and we went to prepare for a power outage. We knew an outage was a possibility, as we had been alerted by the energy company and have also suffered power outages with every major storm that has hit the area in the past two years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app showed that the Smart Home Panel 2 had already been preparing for the storm by ensuring the battery was fully charged. The power was only out for about 20 minutes during that storm. Still, the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2 and Delta Pro Ultra took over seamlessly, so much so that we didn't realize we were on backup power until a few minutes into the short outage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"568744ca-d975-42f0-8ae2-39a250baa502\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Smart Home Panel 2 has 12 loads of circuit level control, and we used each one to ensure the Delta Pro Ultra serves as a backup for what we need in our home during an outage. Because we have an older two-story, 3,000-square-foot home with two A\u002FC compressors and two furnaces, we couldn't load the DPU with the whole house. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThe best portable power stations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, we ensured that the following items were covered during a power outage: kitchen appliances like the refrigerator, kitchen outlets, the garage, some of the downstairs lights, the upstairs furnace, a medium-sized refrigerator, and four bedrooms and bathrooms.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78456cf3-73a3-452f-ba1e-cd56dbbdfad5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis ensures that our kids can have a comfortable night's sleep during power outages, that we can cook, and that there will be a seamless switchover, with no interruption to Wi-Fi.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, even though the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra lives in the garage connected to the Smart Home Panel 2, it's not limited to being a home backup system. We can still transport the portable battery to the backyard to power up devices or to the driveway to power the vacuum and carpet cleaners when deep cleaning the cars (ask me how I know).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"11b592c4-537f-4f45-bfd3-4dda3ea6c0b8\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is quite heavy, at a combined 186 lbs for the battery and inverter, but if you can fit it in your car or truck bed, it's sure to make a great addition to a camping getaway.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fankers-new-qi2-maggo-power-bank-offers-a-bonus-feature-for-iphone-users\u002F\"\u003EAnker's new Qi2 MagGo Power Bank offers a bonus feature for iPhone users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince the EcoFlow allows for stacking, you could scale up to 90kWh to power essential appliances for over a month. You could stack up to five DPU batteries under a single inverter and combine three stacks with the Smart Home Panel 2. Each \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"78024093-b593-483c-9163-f045261b1a60\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Battery-Expandable-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXLCK75\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"extra DPU battery\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E costs $2,399 through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6dcf09c4-1171-411d-8a5b-29c6c1ebcf10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E's biggest downside is its hefty upfront cost. Considering how expensive traditional generators for whole-home backup can get, not to mention follow-up maintenance costs, it's a good investment that could lead to potential savings, especially when combined with solar panels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DPU requires no maintenance and can run indoors safely, and its LFP battery and cooling system ensure temperature control. It's also a whisper-quiet solution, one that you can't even hear when under 2,000W, a stark contrast to our generator, which you can hear down the block when turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlternative uses for the DPU include: a solar panel setup for your home with solar panels that can be set up anywhere, a power supply for an RV or off-the-grid cabin, or plugged into your home's manual transfer switch.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b731fc89-2ee1-4dd6-a124-4503fb47afac\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile many sales events feature deals for a specific length of time, deals are on a limited-time basis, making them subject to expire anytime. ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best offers to help you maximize your savings so you can feel as confident in your purchases as we feel in our recommendations. Our ZDNET team of experts constantly monitors the deals we feature to keep our stories up-to-date. If you missed out on this deal, don't worry -- we're always sourcing new savings opportunities at \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002F"\u003EZDNET.com\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 18:33:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can power an entire home, but it's especially outstanding with the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2. This Black Friday deal lets you get both at 26% off.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b897011b-4dd9-4ffd-8748-e916b92e7ffd",image:{id:"90696172-8e6b-4763-b51e-ec4b2d6fd229",filename:"eco-flow-deal.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 23:30:29",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"eco-flow-deal.png",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F26\u002F90696172-8e6b-4763-b51e-ec4b2d6fd229\u002Feco-flow-deal.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1920,height:1080,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Energy",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"the-power-station-that-keeps-my-lights-on-during-power-outages-is-on-sale-for-black-friday",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The power station that keeps my lights on during power outages is on sale for Black Friday",topic:{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"35466bd1-f8e5-4cca-9c22-561ce4c0af03",slug:"smart-home",name:"Smart Home",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"60832ece-f84e-43d8-a207-9697d20dc673",slug:"kitchen-household",name:"Kitchen & Household",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f2d97ea2-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Adrian",lastName:"Kingsley-Hughes",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2",filename:"adrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:59:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is an internationally published technology author who has devoted over two decades to helping users get the most from technology -- whether that be by learning to program, building a PC from a pile of parts, or helping them get the most from their new MP3 player or digital camera. Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EI've been eagerly awaiting the release of the UK version of \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"700478e5-c713-4241-a881-978ab749389e\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fzendure.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsuperbase-pro-2000?utm_source=SocialMedia&utm_medium=KOL&utm_campaign=ZDNET\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Zendure's huge SuperBase Pro 2000 power station\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. Regular readers will remember that last year \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjackery-solar-generators-are-they-any-good\u002F\"\u003EI spent two months off-grid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ff418a98-9eac-4161-bb1d-3bfef18d0724\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FJackery-Generator-Explorer-SolarSaga-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB08P2Q83BY\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Jackery Explorer 1000 solar generator\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E as my only source of power. OK, I did use car charging for my iPhone when traveling, but everything else -- laptop, drones, cameras -- relied on the Jackery for power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Jackery Explorer 1000 had a battery capacity of 1002Wh and was capable of 1000W of output and 2000W surge.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI thought that was huge. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe SuperBase Pro 2000 dwarfs it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPhysically, the thing is enormous. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELike a small suitcase. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"05e6dbbf-de92-49c8-aa91-274ae4f47eb5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EZendure SuperBase Pro 2000 is a cornucopia of charging\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000\" data-image-filename=\"img-6813.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"1296x728+0+91\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDesign\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWeighing in at over 46 pounds, Zendure has kitted the SuperBase Pro 2000 with wheels, a telescopic drag handle, and a suitcase handle to make it easier to move.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're moving the SuperBase Pro 2000 any distance, you'll love the wheels and the handles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou really will.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPacking a battery capacity of 2,096Wh, and capable of 2000W sustained AC output, with a surge capability of 3000W, this is a real monster.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt features six UK power outlets, two 100W USB-C ports, two 20W USB-C outputs, three 136W DC ports, and a 12V car outlet port.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-portable-power-station\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest portable power stations for emergencies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c98f698d-2fca-4710-9bb3-2f4aa538c8d1\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EOutlets galore!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Outlets galore!\" data-image-filename=\"img-6804.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"1296x728+0+244\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor inputs, there's an AC port and an XT60 port. I've been using the XT60 port to connect the SuperBase Pro 2000 to my 200W Zendure solar panel.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d2ce5b04-6b0d-4494-83ce-980db6edf1ff\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ECharging the Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 with the Zendure 200W solar panel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Charging the Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 with the Zendure 200W solar panel\" data-image-filename=\"img-6814.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"1296x728+0+210\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the front of the SuperBase Pro is an array of buttons, an amazing 6.1-inch display that offers an at-a-glance view of what's going on with the power station, and there's also built-in Wi-Fi and cellular support, so you can connect to it via your app.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso on the front, there's a built-in LED light that you can control through the app. Handy for both emergency illumination and ambient lighting.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8c355998-ec00-42cf-9a28-753a8a4ec09e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAmbient lighting feature\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Ambient lighting feature\" data-image-filename=\"img-6819.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"1296x728+0+96\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt'll take me a while to carry out a complete test of the SuperBase Pro 2000, but in the last few days, I've been using it both as a home\u002Foffice power supply, as well as have been taking it with me when out and about to charge my laptop, cameras, and drones. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo far, I'm impressed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EReally impressed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECapacity and power outputs are spot on -- I wouldn't expect anything less from Zendure -- and the device has been rock solid in my testing, even in the baking summer heat of the UK (which isn't that baking really by global standards, but it's been pretty hot). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd 2000Wh of power is a lot of power. It's enough to run a small fridge for a day, a microwave oven for a couple of hours, recharge a MacBook a couple of dozen times, and even give a Tesla a five-mile range top-up.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-home-battery\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E5 best home batteries\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2b58e45c-56d6-4c42-8db6-dc8ed97bd1a0\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ECharging and being charged!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Charging and being charged!\" data-image-filename=\"zendure-supertank-pro-2000-battery.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1528\" data-image-height=\"877\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd by using AC to recharge, you can get the SuperBase Pro 2000 from zero to 80 percent charge in about an hour, which is amazing for those times when you've left everything until the last minute.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"12dcfaff-9449-415f-8a4e-cb4dc1d315a5\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EZendure app\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zendure app\" data-image-filename=\"img-6805.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"599x1092+0+62\" data-image-width=\"599\" data-image-height=\"1296\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConnection to the device using the app over both Wi-Fi and cellular, and it's been awesome to be able to monitor and control the SuperBase Pro 2000 whether I'm in the room or not. I was initially dismissive about the cellular connectivity feature, but have been surprised how much I've used it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe build is also robust. The wheels are perfect for hauling the SuperBase Pro 2000 over smooth or rough terrain, and the two handles are great, being strong enough to inspire confidence that they're not going to break off, but compact and lightweight enough to not get in the way or add too much in the way of bulk. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELittle things like the spring-loaded top handle are superb touches.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"0096044a-3298-441b-aa21-3e8b30eabfad\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Buy the Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"8b0ddb4c-ab6c-42ec-8144-8f9abfc95c74","filename":"zendure-supertank-pro-2000.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F23\u002F8b0ddb4c-ab6c-42ec-8144-8f9abfc95c74\u002Fzendure-supertank-pro-2000.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-06-23 14:29:59","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"8b0ddb4c-ab6c-42ec-8144-8f9abfc95c74","imageFilename":"zendure-supertank-pro-2000.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F06\u002F23"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fzendure.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsuperbase-pro-2000?utm_source=SocialMedia&utm_medium=KOL&utm_campaign=ZDNET\" data-offermerchant=\"Zendure\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOverall, I'm really loving the Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000. I know that power stations aren't for everyone and the price of this unit is way beyond what someone might pay for a power bank -- currently, you can pick one up from \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f363f293-5889-4bba-bc68-d6dee9b88d92\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fzendure.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsuperbase-pro-2000\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Zendure for $1,899\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E -- but if you want lots of portable power, whether that's AC power, USB-C, DC, or 12V, then this is the unit for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3a2fa197-6e0b-47d4-b60a-7d1af4769cc1\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EZendure SuperBase Pro 2000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000\" data-image-filename=\"img-6806.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F23\" data-image-crop=\"1296x728+0+187\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECombined with a 200W solar panel, you have a very portable power station for under $2,500.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm planning on putting a lot more use on the SuperBase Pro 2000 over the coming weeks and will follow up with how it has performed under longer-term, heavy use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-23 14:39:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A massive power station packed with advanced features and lots of power!",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"16676361-ff97-4c17-aaef-774581082d09",image:{id:"3843c040-ede3-47e8-9297-e8e4d4bd9d39",filename:"zendure-supertank-pro-2000-hero.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-23 14:34:34",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003EZendure SuperBase Pro 2000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F23\u002F3843c040-ede3-47e8-9297-e8e4d4bd9d39\u002Fzendure-supertank-pro-2000-hero.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1290,height:828,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"review-single",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Energy",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"zendure-superbase-pro-2000-hands-on",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 hands-on: All the power you need",topic:{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"112a7545-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"reviews",name:"Reviews",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"11601750-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"storage",name:"Storage",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EElectric leaf blowers have evolved since they first hit the market, and are now just as powerful as their gas counterparts. Top brands like Kobalt and Craftsman, as well as smaller brands like Worx, have added electric leaf blowers to their outdoor power tool lines, so you can tackle autumn clean-up chores with ease.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"7b7943af-a8d4-4fb4-a608-242fb8620224\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F7b7943af-a8d4-4fb4-a608-242fb8620224\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric leaf blowers use either batteries or extension cords for power, though I recommend battery-powered models since electrical cables are less maneuverable and potentially dangerous in wet weather. Plus, electric leaf blowers don't require engine maintenance, so no need to worry about fuel mix or engine oil -- you'll have more time to actually get work done. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo help you decide which option is right for you, I've rounded up the best electric leaf blowers available on the market right now. ZDNET experts analyzed their features and price points so you can find the best fit for your budget and needs. Plus, we explain how leaf blowers work to inform your decision-making process.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-electric-pressure-washer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best electric pressure washers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e792bb05-30a1-4cbb-afdc-a14777080565\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBattery size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 40V | \u003Cstrong\u003ERun time:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 40 minutes&nbsp;| \u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 5.5lbs&nbsp;| \u003Cstrong\u003EWind speed:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 110mph&nbsp;| \u003Cstrong\u003EAir volume:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 480cfm&nbsp;| \u003Cstrong\u003ECharger and battery included:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E No&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kobalt 40V Max electric leaf blower is the latest version of the model I personally use, and I have nothing but good things to say about it. The entire unit is lightweight and easy to use, featuring a variable speed trigger, trigger lock for continuous use, and turbo button for blasting away wet or stubborn debris. I use my leaf blower to clear grass clippings after I mow the lawn, and this leaf blower does an excellent job of handling heavy, wet debris, even without turbo mode.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn a full charge, the Kobalt 40V Max runs for 40 minutes, which is about a month's worth of clearing leaves from your driveway, sidewalk, and patio. Plus, the leaf blower uses the same 40V Max batteries as other Kobalt-branded outdoor equipment, so you don't have to buy special batteries.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kobalt 40V Max has a top air speed of 110 miles per hour and can move 480 cubic feet of air per minute (cfm). That means you can clear away everything from wet leaves and fresh grass clippings to fallen acorns and small sticks. The result? 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It reaches a top air speed of 190 mph and air volume of 730cfm, allowing you to blast away wet and stuck-on debris from your driveway, walkways, and outdoor entertaining areas. If you need even more power, the turbo mode button boosts air speed and volume. However, you will get significantly less turbo run-time than the 20 minutes Ryobi advertises.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Ryobi 40V Whisper also features an ergonomic handle, variable speed trigger, and trigger lock, which makes operating the 10-pound leaf blower easy and comfortable. This model comes with two batteries and a charger, so you can get to work right away, keeping the backup battery handy if you need to blow leaves for an extended period of time. It also uses the same 40V batteries as other Ryobi Whisper products, so you can integrate the leaf blower into your tool rotation if you're a Ryobi brand loyalist. The brushless motor has been updated for the Whisper Series as well, making the leaf blower 7x quieter than previous Ryobi models.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Ryobi 40V Whisper electric leaf blower\" data-superlative=\"Best heavy-duty electric leaf blower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Partial view of a man in jeans and a grey sweatshirt using a Ryobi 40V Whisper leaf blower to clear his lawn","caption":"\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 40V Whisper electric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Ryobi","imageData":{"id":"69cec828-6d22-4ebf-aefe-23d90d982df7","title":"ryobi-leaf-blower-2","filename":"ryobi-leaf-blower-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002F69cec828-6d22-4ebf-aefe-23d90d982df7\u002Fryobi-leaf-blower-2.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2301536,"width":2048,"height":1152,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 19:12:33","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-09-12 19:12:54","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Ryobi","alt":"Partial view of a man in jeans and a grey sweatshirt using a Ryobi 40V Whisper leaf blower to clear his lawn","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"69cec828-6d22-4ebf-aefe-23d90d982df7","imageAltText":"Partial view of a man in jeans and a grey sweatshirt using a Ryobi 40V Whisper leaf blower to clear his lawn","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 40V Whisper electric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Ryobi","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"ryobi-leaf-blower-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12","imageWidth":2048,"imageHeight":1152,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 40V Whisper electric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Ryobi\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ryobi Tools","offerPrice":"329","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ryobitools.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fdetails\u002F46396036926","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FRYOBI-40V-HP-Brushless-Whisper-Series-190-MPH-730-CFM-Cordless-Battery-Jet-Fan-Leaf-Blower-with-2-4-0-Ah-Batteries-Charger-RY404100VNM%2F314600140&subId1=[subid_value]","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"329","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FRYOBI-40V-HP-Brushless-Whisper-Series-190-MPH-730-CFM-Cordless-Battery-Jet-Fan-Leaf-Blower-with-2-4-0-Ah-Batteries-Charger-RY404100VNM\u002F314600140","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FRYOBI-40V-HP-Brushless-Whisper-Series-190-MPH-730-CFM-Cordless-Battery-Jet-Fan-Leaf-Blower-with-2-4-0-Ah-Batteries-Charger-RY404100VNM%2F314600140&subId1=[subid_value]"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Extremely quiet ~Excellent air speed and volume ~Turbo mode button ~Two batteries and charger included\" data-dislike=\"~Expensive ~Heavy ~Limited run-time\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8e068ed3-abb4-472a-a2c2-1ca8604bcf1d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMy pick for the best electric leaf blower is the Kobalt 40V Max cordless model. It's an updated version of the model I personally use for lawn care and yard chores. The ergonomic handle and cruise control switch make continuous use easy and comfortable. And the turbo button gives you extra power for clearing wet and stuck-on debris. It also uses the same 40V Max batteries as other Kobalt electric tools, meaning you won't have to worry about maintaining a special battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EElectric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAir Speed \u002F Volume\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERun time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKobalt 40V Max&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$104\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E110mph \u002F 480cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E40 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEgo Power+ 56V handheld\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$329\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E200 mph \u002F 765cfm&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E90 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECraftsman 20V Max handheld\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$89\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E90 mph \u002F 200cfm&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMilwaukee M18 Fuel cordless\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$319\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E120 mph \u002F 450cfm&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 40V Whisper\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$329\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E190 mph \u002F 730cfm&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best electric leaf blower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen shopping for an electric leaf blower, you want to choose a model that offers a balance of battery life, air speed, and air volume. If you have a larger yard or lots of outdoor entertainment space, you'll want a model with a long run-time, high air volume, and high air speed to handle both dry and wet debris. If you only need to clear your walkways occasionally or have a small yard, a less powerful model will suit your needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this electric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKobalt 40V Max 480cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded electric leaf blower for general yardwork\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEgo Power+ 765cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA powerful electric leaf blower with a long run-time\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECraftsman 20V Max 200cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA budget friendly, battery-powered leaf blower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMilwaukee M18 Fuel 450cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA high-end electric leaf blower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 40V Whisper 730cfm\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA powerful electric leaf blower for endless leaves\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right electric leaf blower for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen analyzing options, I chose battery-powered electric leaf blowers for their power and ease of use. Battery-powered leaf blowers are safer to use than models that require an extension cord, especially if you have a large yard where unwieldy electrical cables could get damaged. I also chose both budget-friendly and high-end models that suit different climates and types of debris.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these electric leaf blowers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThey absolutely can be! Not only does an electric leaf blower eliminate harmful exhaust emissions, but it also means you don't have to worry about engine maintenance or mixing oil and fuel. Electric leaf blowers are also comparable to gas models in terms of power, offering you the same capability for clearing debris from your walkways, driveway, and outdoor spaces, without the hassle of a gas engine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is an electric leaf blower worth it?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBoth factors are equally important. Decent wind speed and air volume are both needed to clear debris quickly and efficiently. A leaf blower that offers high air speed but low volume will handle dry leaves and grass clippings well enough, but won't be able to clear wet or stuck-on debris. And a leaf blower that has a high air volume but low speed won't have enough power to clear away anything.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is more important in a leaf blower: Cubic feet per minute or miles per hour?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, no. But electric leaf blowers have come a long way since they first hit the market,&nbsp;with most brands offering models just as powerful as gas models.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso, battery-powered electric leaf blowers have more power than models that require extension cords, since they have brushless motors for efficient power consumption and operation.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are electric leaf blowers more powerful than gas?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're in the market for an electric leaf blower, there are tons of models to choose from. Whether you're looking for battery-powered or corded, brands like Toro and Worx have many excellent options, too. Here's a short list of alternative electric leaf blowers that receive honorable mention:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative electric leaf blowers worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"79b297f9-d603-472e-b578-d599415b85e8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Toro PowerJet F700\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"a77004b4-a448-44e6-8d8f-e30b60001f64","filename":"toro-leaf-blower.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002Fa77004b4-a448-44e6-8d8f-e30b60001f64\u002Ftoro-leaf-blower.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 17:35:24","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"a77004b4-a448-44e6-8d8f-e30b60001f64","imageFilename":"toro-leaf-blower.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FToro-PowerJet-F700-140-mph-725-CFM-Electric-Handheld-Leaf-Blower\u002F126344390\" data-offerprice=\"75\" data-offermerchant=\"Walmart\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fgo.shopyourlikes.com\u002Fpi\u002Fbc62f92a0e71e9a83b070100080eb2bc7900262c?afId=614548&afCampaignId=[subid_value]&afCreativeId=2993&afPlacementId=2\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"e7780cb9-869e-490b-b205-57769e55dfd8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Greenworks Pro 130mph\u002F610cfm leaf blower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"ded52798-b750-4f04-b759-0f8dfe78f3e0","filename":"greenworks-leaf-blower-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002Fded52798-b750-4f04-b759-0f8dfe78f3e0\u002Fgreenworks-leaf-blower-2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 17:36:49","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"ded52798-b750-4f04-b759-0f8dfe78f3e0","imageFilename":"greenworks-leaf-blower-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FGreenworks-PRO-130-MPH-610-CFM-60V-Battery-Cordless-Handheld-Leaf-Blower-with-2-5-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-BL60L251\u002F315447035\" data-offerprice=\"220\" data-offermerchant=\"The Home Depot\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FGreenworks-PRO-130-MPH-610-CFM-60V-Battery-Cordless-Handheld-Leaf-Blower-with-2-5-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-BL60L251\u002F315447035&subId1=[subid_value]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"0eca6083-6c6b-4bd1-83cc-ac50d4cc789b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Worx Power Share 360cfm leaf blower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"fca1a06b-c3c7-49fb-bacc-6cc298b0d953","filename":"worx-leaf-blower-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002Ffca1a06b-c3c7-49fb-bacc-6cc298b0d953\u002Fworx-leaf-blower-2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 17:37:52","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"fca1a06b-c3c7-49fb-bacc-6cc298b0d953","imageFilename":"worx-leaf-blower-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lowes.com\u002Fpd\u002FWORX-POWER-SHARE-20-Volt-75-MPH-360-CFM-Cordless-Handheld-Turbine-2-Speed-Blower-Battery-and-Charger-Included\u002F5000207193\" data-offerprice=\"119\" data-offermerchant=\"Lowes\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Flowes.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F897039\u002F12374?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lowes.com\u002Fpd\u002FWORX-POWER-SHARE-20-Volt-75-MPH-360-CFM-Cordless-Handheld-Turbine-2-Speed-Blower-Battery-and-Charger-Included\u002F5000207193&subId1=[subid_value]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-16 18:14:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Gas leaf blowers are out. Not only are electric leaf blowers convenient, powerful, and easy to use, but they're also safer for you and the planet. Get ahead on your autumn yard chores with the best electric leaf blowers on the market.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"54e60654-8f4a-4938-8797-75a56bd36d41",image:{id:"b2ff2735-1a9b-4722-b520-3e458c20c7ad",filename:"electric-leaf-blower-cover-image-2.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-09-12 17:30:43",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"A man and woman using an Ego Power leaf blower and hedge trimmer to clean up their front yard.",credits:"Ego Power",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002Fb2ff2735-1a9b-4722-b520-3e458c20c7ad\u002Felectric-leaf-blower-cover-image-2.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2048,height:1152,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Yard & Outdoors",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"Messy lawn? Tackle autumn with these powerful electric leaf blowers",section:b,slug:"best-electric-leaf-blower",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The best electric leaf blowers of 2022",topic:{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"98d6f538-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Matthew",lastName:"Miller",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc",filename:"matthew-miller.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:28:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc\u002Fmatthew-miller.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1bbe1fb3-da05-4b58-8f8a-0eaa8c4a9124\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Describe what's shown in the image.\" data-image-filename=\"fairphone-5-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy passion for mobile technology is now 26 years strong, which means I have inevitably contributed to consumer waste through my long history of buying, selling, and recycling mobile devices. For the past week, I have been testing a phone that's designed to counter such behaviors with easy modular repairs and one of the longest software support policies I've seen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"aa369d4c-2eae-471d-8200-d83a03c45fea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E features the iconic modular design of past Fairphone models, with a base frame that you can build from. It is powered by a Qualcomm 5G processor, an ample 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage with a microSD card slot supporting up to 2TB cards, an IP55 dust\u002Fwater resistant rating, a removable 4,200mAh battery, and triple camera system powered by Sony-made sensors. Not too shabby for an environment-first gadget.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe new Fairphone 5 comes with serious potential to serve as the only phone you will need for at least five years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Fairphone 5\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"a62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293","title":"Fairphone 5 in Blue","filename":"fairphone-5-4.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F08\u002F30\u002Fa62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293\u002Ffairphone-5-4.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":106070,"width":1600,"height":900,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-08-30 01:35:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-08-30 01:35:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","alt":"Fairphone 5 in Blue","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"a62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"fairphone-5-4.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F08\u002F30","imageWidth":1600,"imageHeight":900,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Fairphone","offerPrice":"699","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESustainability, like in past years, is the key to the new Fairphone 5, with fair-mined, recycled materials and a trade-in program where the company will recycle or repair your old phone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-pixel-8-update-schedule-will-surpass-samsung-and-maybe-even-match-apple\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGoogle Pixel 8's update schedule may match Apple's and surpass Samsung's\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy all accounts, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"69a43cb9-7cb3-41f0-a999-3247849f04d8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is an excellent mid-range smartphone, but its superpower lies in its longevity. Fairphone has a five-year warranty with a promise of at least five years of major Android firmware updates and a goal of providing 8 to 10 years of software support. Should you want to replace any of the ten modular parts, you can simply use a screwdriver to replace it without worry of hindering the device's functionality.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI briefly tested a sustainable prototype phone a few years ago, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fteracube-hands-on-affordable-mid-range-android-phone-with-unique-4-year-warranty-service\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe Teracube\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but that phone required servicing through a provider and was not the most compelling specs-wise. Thankfully, when I pulled the Fairphone 5 out of the box, I was immediately impressed by the rock-solid feel, lovely light blue color, curved metal edges, matte plastic back, side power\u002Ffingerprint sensor button, and overall look and feel. I charged it up and powered it on to find a lovely 6.46-inch OLED display, capable of a 90Hz refresh rate.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgen-z-are-ditching-iphones-for-100-feature-phones-and-the-numbers-dont-lie\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGen Z is ditching iPhones for $100 'feature phones,' and the numbers don't lie\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe back cover is removable and reveals a big replaceable battery that can be charged via a 30W charger, a microSD card slot, and a SIM card slot. The back panel snaps securely into place in several spots around the device, which helps it achieve the IP55 water ingress rating. One eSIM is also supported by the Fairphone 5.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5bdad785-d305-4637-8541-6a7aaf40c389\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHere's what's included in the package.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Fairphone 5 in Blue\" data-image-filename=\"fairphone-5-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.qualcomm.com\u002Fproducts\u002Finternet-of-things\u002Findustrial\u002Fbuilding-enterprise\u002Fqcm6490\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E Qualcomm QCM6490 processor\u003C\u002Fa\u003E supports 5G networks and Wi-Fi 6E and is primarily targeted towards IoT solutions such as ruggedized tablets. In my testing, the chip has proven its ability to get the job done for communications, applications, and some brief gaming. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, when I tested the phone with a Verizon SIM card, I was unable to secure a cellular connection. Instead, a T-Mobile USA SIM worked well, and I was satisfied with the signal strength in all areas where I tested it. Download speeds were also solid, ranging from 36Mbps to 58Mbps.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fthese-mushroom-based-chips-could-power-your-devices-and-help-save-our-planet\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThese mushroom-based chips could power your devices and help save our planet\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also took loads of photos with the front and rear cameras since camera quality is typically an afterthought on less expensive phones. And to no one's surprise, the Fairphone 5's output is nothing to write home about. You won't \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-years-iphone-photography-awards-prove-how-capable-your-older-iphone-still-is\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewin any rewards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with these cameras.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll in all, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"7d53c0dd-7ad6-44ca-99e3-902bc121433f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E itself looks great, performs well, and competes as a competitive mid-range phone with a €699 suggested retail price. The price is higher than other \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cheap-5g-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emid-range Android phones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but when you consider this is the only phone you need for at least the next five years and you are helping the planet, then it is much easier to justify the price.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-compact-android-is-the-best-phone-youve-never-heard-of\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis compact Android is the best phone you've never heard of\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple, Samsung, and Google provide a few years of software updates with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elatest smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but each company still sells new models yearly and even offers promotions to encourage consumers to upgrade on an annual basis. This is not great for the environment or the people working to obtain materials for these phones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone provides an opportunity for consumers to step up and help reduce waste while also showing that having the latest and greatest smartphone isn't sustainable for the long term. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EPower outages from extreme weather is a year-round threat, but with a portable gas or battery-powered generator, you can keep essential medical equipment, appliances, and mobile devices running. 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Lowe's has a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lowes.com\u002Fpdf\u002Fportable_generator_wattage_chart.pdf"\u003Ehandy worksheet\u003C\u002Fa\u003E available, so you won't accidentally burn up your fridge.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What kind of generator is best for home use?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"922f04ee-de97-484e-97e9-4a530f1bde24\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EHome standby generators require licensed technicians to properly install. And even portable generators need proper preparation before you can attempt to power your whole house with one. You should never plug a portable generator directly into your home's electrical system without first having a technician install a transfer switch.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWithout a transfer switch, you could overload your home's wiring, causing fires, short-outs, and all kinds of other damage. If you intend to use a portable or inverter generator to run just a few appliances, make sure to read the operating manual thoroughly before plugging anything in.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do you hook a generator to your house?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"896c9895-6e31-4acd-a978-60995b27b50e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA typical gasoline or dual fuel generator can last up to 2,000 hours with proper engine maintenance. Portable generators aren't meant to run continuously for an indefinite period of time, but you can have one going for one to two days during an emergency, as long as you have enough fuel.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHome standby generators are much more robust, having lifetimes upwards of 40 years. No matter which kind you choose for your home, proper engine maintenance is a must. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ESpring is in full bloom, which means it's time to start prepping your lawn for new growth and landscaping projects. Riding mowers are popular for homeowners with big properties to maintain. They have cutting decks measuring from 42 inches to 72 inches, allowing you to quickly mow everything from traditional lawns to large properties, such as sports complexes or golf courses.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-lawn-mower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlike their push mower counterparts, riding mowers have more features to consider when searching for the right fit for your greenery. You can choose between a manual or hydrostatic transmission to \"set and forget\" your speed or operate your mower like a car. You can even get riding mowers with cruise control or all-wheel drive for better traction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best riding mower right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile gas engines are far more common among riding mowers, there is a wide selection of battery-powered models if you're looking for an eco-friendly solution. My pick for the best overall riding mower is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9701290b-07b0-4e4e-a885-a42f60238eaa\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.troybilt.com\u002Fen_US\u002Flawn-and-garden-tractors\u002Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower\u002F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pjatr.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for its 24HP engine, 54-inch cutting deck, and ability to mow up to four acres with a full gas tank. Keep reading to find out more about the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as well as our other top picks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best riding mowers of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"220049e2-8c1a-4992-9db4-eb4e30f4d25d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower is an excellent choice for different lawn types. It's built with a 24HP Kohler engine and a 54-inch cutting deck to handle inclines and rough terrain or haul tools, mulch, and potting soil around your property. The hydrostatic, automatic transmission makes operation similar to a typical car, so you can spend more time actually cutting your grass and less time learning how to drive your mower. With a 3-gallon tank, you'll be able to mow up to 4 acres at a time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-robot-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best robot lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVerified customer reviews from The Home Depot and Troy-Bilt's website call out the Super Bronco XP's ability to handle larger lawns and landscaping with the wide cutting deck and 16-inch turn radius. 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Verified customer reviews from The Home Depot call out how quiet the mower is due to the electric motor as well as its ability to handle rougher terrain and larger lawns. However, some do call out that the Ryobi 80V mower has trouble with wetter areas and patches of taller grass.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERyobi 80V electric lawn tractor tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;80V brushless electric |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;46 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E2.5 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Ryobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor\" data-superlative=\"Best electric riding mower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Ryobi 80V electric mower on a grey background. 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The CC30E features a smaller design perfect for storing in multi-use sheds and garages or maneuvering through gates and narrow spaces. The 30-inch cutting deck and 56V battery let you mow up to 1 acre (or one hour) at once. It uses a hydrostatic drive for smooth, intuitive driving, while the 18-inch turning radius lets you easily mow around trees and other obstacles.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-push-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best push mowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt even features a push-button cruise control, so you can "set and forget" your forward speed, concentrate on mowing around obstacles, and stay aware of your surroundings. Verified reviews from The Home Depot and Cub Cadet call out the compact size of the mower being great for smaller lawns (half-acre or less), and that the mulching blade makes it easy to re-feed your lawn each time you mow.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECub Cadet CC30E tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;56V electric |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;30 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E1 acre\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Cub Cadet CC30E\" data-superlative=\"Best compact riding mower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Cub Cadet CC30E compact riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Cub Cadet\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"b7580376-1846-45ce-bc63-21a03cdb0624","title":"cub-cadet-cc30e","filename":"cub-cadet-cc30e.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002Fb7580376-1846-45ce-bc63-21a03cdb0624\u002Fcub-cadet-cc30e.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":94720,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:50:47","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:51:03","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Cub Cadet\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Cub Cadet CC30E compact riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"b7580376-1846-45ce-bc63-21a03cdb0624","imageAltText":"A Cub Cadet CC30E compact riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Cub Cadet\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"cub-cadet-cc30e.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Cub Cadet\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntrs.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12365-212732-199030?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cubcadet.com%2Fen_US%2Felectric-riding-mowers%2Fcc30e%2F33BA27JDB10.html","offerMerchant":"Cub Cadet","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cubcadet.com\u002Fen_US\u002Felectric-riding-mowers\u002Fcc30e\u002F33BA27JDB10.html","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntrs.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12365-212732-199030?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cubcadet.com%2Fen_US%2Felectric-riding-mowers%2Fcc30e%2F33BA27JDB10.html"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FCub-Cadet-30-in-56-Volt-MAX-30-Ah-Battery-Lithium-Ion-Electric-Drive-Cordless-Riding-Lawn-Tractor-with-Mulch-Kit-Included-CC30E%2F318303233&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FCub-Cadet-30-in-56-Volt-MAX-30-Ah-Battery-Lithium-Ion-Electric-Drive-Cordless-Riding-Lawn-Tractor-with-Mulch-Kit-Included-CC30E\u002F318303233","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FCub-Cadet-30-in-56-Volt-MAX-30-Ah-Battery-Lithium-Ion-Electric-Drive-Cordless-Riding-Lawn-Tractor-with-Mulch-Kit-Included-CC30E%2F318303233&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Battery-powered ~ Great for yards up to 1 acre ~ Compact design great for small storage areas and narrow spaces ~ Push-button cruise control\" data-dislike=\"~ Expensive ~ Requires service from Cub Cadet dealers\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"758f3516-9c96-4700-b353-df043d7ced49\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe DeWalt Z160 Commercial zero-turn riding mower is designed from the ground up to handle large properties. The 60-inch cutting deck and 24HP Kawasaki V-Twin engine let you mow up to 10 acres at once, making it an almost perfect choice for rural properties or landscaping professionals. The dual hydrostatic drive makes operation smoother, though the twin-stick steering does take some getting used to.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith 22-inch rear wheels, you can easily take on inclines and rolling hills that may be on your property. A 5.5-gallon fuel tank means you'll spend more time mowing and less time refueling. And if you opt for the bagger attachment, you'll be able to gather up to 11 bushels of clippings before you need to empty. Verified customer reviews from DeWalt highlight the Z160's versatility in both commercial operation and home use on large (5+ acre) properties. They call out the rear tires for their deep treads, which help keep the mower from getting bogged down in wet and muddy areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt Z160 Commercial tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;24HP Kawasaki V-Twin |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;60 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Dual hydrostatic\u002Fautomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E10 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt Z160 Commercial\" data-superlative=\"Best riding mower for large properties\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","title":"dewalt-z160","filename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f\u002Fdewalt-z160.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":71605,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:51:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:52:13","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","imageAltText":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"DeWalt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Farm and Home Supply","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.farmandhomesupply.com\u002Fdewalt-kawasaki-gas-hydrostatic-zero-turn-mower-z160-60-in-24-hp.html","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Dkhardware","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dkhardware.com\u002Fdewalt-dxgz260p-z260-commercial-60-in-24-hp-kawasaki-v-twin-fs730v-series-engine-dual-hydrostatic-gas-zero-turn-law-product-7490160.html","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Mow up to 10 acres ~ 5.5 gallon gas tank ~ Dual hydrostatic drive ~ Great for hills and inclines\" data-dislike=\"~ Very expensive ~ Twin-stick steering takes some getting used to ~ Very large\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c1a419c1-19af-4522-8912-48381505968d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI chose the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as the best riding mower you can buy since it features a 54-inch cutting deck and a 3-gallon fuel tank, letting you mow up to 4 acres in a single go. The 24-horsepower engine also lets you take on steeper inclines and rough terrain or haul tools and gardening supplies around your property. The hydrostatic drive makes operation similar to a typical car, while an LED display gives you accurate usage hours for streamlined maintenance. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest riding mower\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E54 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$5000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E46 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7099\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3599\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E30 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;*Lowest price at the time of writing. Please note that prices may vary based on retailer and available promotions, sales, or discounts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cc870d10-dedf-4cdd-b35f-509c47cc3b42\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOther than your budget, there are a lot of features and scenarios you have to consider while shopping for a new riding mower. The size of your yard will determine how wide the cutting deck should be, though either a 42 or 46-inch version will be more than enough for most yards.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can choose either a manual or hydrostatic transmission. A manual model lets you "set and forget" your speed so you can focus, while hydrostatic models operate more like cars, going faster the harder you press the pedal. This makes them more intuitive to operate but also more expensive.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZero-turn mowers are designed for mowing in oddly shaped areas or around lots of obstacles like trees, lamp posts, and lawn ornaments. They're called "zero-turn" because they have a zero-inch turn radius; you pivot around either rear wheel for ultra-tight turning. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you need a more in-depth guide, you can \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fhow-to-choose-a-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echeck out my how-to\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which walks you through mower types, maintenance, and how to budget.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this best riding mower...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded riding mower. The 54-inch cutting deck and 24HP engine let you mow up to 4 acres at a time. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn all-electric riding mower. The electric engine requires less maintenance than gas models, making your lawn-care routine more eco-friendly. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn excellent zero-turn riding mower. Precision maneuvering lets you mow around trees, landscaping, and other obstacles with ease. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA compact riding mower. The 30-inch deck and smaller build make this riding mower perfect for smaller suburban lawns. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA riding mower that can handle larger properties. This commercial-grade, zero-turn riding mower lets you cut up to 10 acres at once. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right riding mower for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"82a0b5ce-f900-483a-a70b-522e538843fe\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're looking to buy your first-ever lawn mower, or upgrade from a push or self-propelled, there are a few things to keep in mind when shopping:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMotor size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EYou'll want a riding mower with at least a 10HP engine to give you enough power to handle minor inclines and lawns up to half an acre. Larger riding mowers like the John Deere Z530M have more powerful engines, often topping out over 20HP to let you tackle rough terrain and even haul equipment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EMany riding mowers have either a 42 or 46-inch cutting deck, which is great for lawns between .5 and 1.5 acres. However, if you have a large, multi-acre property, you'll want to choose a larger cutting deck. Many brands have options between 50 and 72-inch cutting decks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe less expensive riding mowers will have either a 6 or 7-speed manual transmission. This means you will use a dedicated lever to set your engine's forward and reverse speeds, with a single brake pedal for stop control. The more expensive models feature a hydrostatic drive, which operates similarly to an automatic transmission in a typical car or truck.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAccessories:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Lawn care goes beyond regular mowing. I chose riding mowers that can hitch small trailers or wagons for hauling tools, mulch, or potting soil. I also chose mowers from brands that make after-market add-ons, like rear bagging units for collecting grass clippings, mulching kits for re-feeding lawns, and snow plows for year-round use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing the best riding mower:\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"280b4abe-1ff6-479d-8ac4-67c69fc92667\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI used to work for MTD Products (now owned by Black+Decker), which assembles a variety of lawn mowers, snow blowers, and other powered lawn equipment. Using the expertise and knowledge I gained during my time there, I looked for riding mowers with these qualities:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERun time:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Whether you choose a traditional gas engine or electric riding mower, it's important to choose a model with a long enough run time to mow your lawn within a reasonable amount of time. For most suburban lawns, a 1-gallon gas tank or 60-minute battery life should be plenty to mow your lawn in a single day.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Your lawn mower is going to take a beating. From being exposed to the elements, to running over roots and debris and just normal wear and tear. Choose a riding mower that is made from durable parts like stamped steel or heavy-duty plastic, and also take advantage of any product warranties to replace defective or worn out parts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComfort and safety:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E You don't want mowing your lawn to be a literal pain in the ass. Make sure the seat provides enough cushioning to be comfortable to sit on for at least an hour, as well as an ergonomic design to help prevent back pain and strain from insufficient support. And make sure all operation controls are within easy reach and can be quickly used in an emergency to kill the blades or engine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these riding mowers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAssuming you have a budget in mind, you first need to find out how big your lawn is. You can either find your lot size on your memorandum deeds if you've bought your house, or you can check your city's website to see if you can request lot measurements if you're renting. If your lot measures about an acre, you can use a 30 or 42-inch cutting deck without any issues. For lawns up to two acres, a 42 or 46-inch deck is ideal. And if your lot is over two acres, you can get a mower with up to a 72-inch cutting deck to handle larger areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe transmission type is also important. Many newer models have what is known as a hydrostatic drive, which means that they operate similarly to how a car drives: You push the pedal to move forward or backward, and the harder you push, the faster you go. This makes it easier to learn how to drive, but that also makes the mower more expensive. More stripped-back models have variable-speed manual transmissions, which allow you to "set and forget" your speed so you can focus on paying attention to obstacles and people who may be nearby.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd finally, you'll want to consider the power source for your new riding mower. Gasoline engines are far more common, but there is now a wider variety of battery-powered models to choose from. The perks of a gas engine are that you'll get near-infinite run times (as long as you have enough fuel to keep the engine going) and a bit more power for handling steep inclines and rough terrain. The downsides are dealing with exhaust emissions and maintenance that can be a time and money sink. Electric models don't need engine maintenance, so you save a bit of money in the long run. But they usually have a maximum run time of about an hour, which means that you may have to plan your mowing over several days if you have a larger yard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do you decide which riding mower to buy?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ERiding mowers are best suited for yards measuring one acre or larger. A model with a 42-inch cutting deck is great for mowing up to two acres, so if you have more land than that, you'll want to spring for a 46, 54, 60, or 72-inch cutting deck.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're right on the threshold, you can get what's known as a "mini rider." They usually have compact bodies for easier storage and 30-inch cutting decks to make short work of lawns that are just a touch too large for a push mower.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How big of a yard do I need for a riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ENo matter if you choose a gas or battery-powered riding mower, proper maintenance is key to extending the life of your mower. For gas engines, you should \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fvideo\u002Fhow-to-change-oil-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echange the oil\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and filters, clean the spark plugs, and sharpen the blades before you mow for the first time in the spring. You should also use fuel treatments like STA-BIL to prevent gas in the tank or extra jerry cans from going bad from moisture contamination. This prevents the buildup of gunk that can ruin your engine, improves engine performance, and gives you a cleaner cut for a healthier lawn.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric mowers don't need engine maintenance, but you should perform thorough inspections at the start of the mowing season to check for battery damage, corrosion on battery contacts, damage to the battery housing, and also to sharpen the blades. If you do regular maintenance, not only will you save money by avoiding big repairs from worn-out parts, but you can also expect your riding mower to last 10 years or more -- which is great news since they can be an expensive investment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long should a riding mower last?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b358fb81-f7bc-4224-842b-38de051e2afd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, riding mowers aren't ever really what we consider "budget-friendly." 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A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"c5e7e27a-e814-4cb1-8ad5-0b1c4114e767\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Yuba Mundo Lux\" data-rating=\"5\" data-like=\"~Massive hauling capacity ~Superb design ~Effortless shifting\" data-dislike=\"~Finicky getting into a bike rack\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"05\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-05-07T16:24:23.150Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"05\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-05-07T16:24:23.150Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"e327109e-10d1-4ef2-be89-39b8b0c273fe","filename":"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideview-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002Fe327109e-10d1-4ef2-be89-39b8b0c273fe\u002Fyuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideview-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-24 22:45:03","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"e327109e-10d1-4ef2-be89-39b8b0c273fe","imageFilename":"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideview-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F24"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avantlink.com\u002Fclick.php?tt=app&ti=1019&mi=10248&pw=262625&ctc=subid_value&url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F211661\u002Fyuba-mundo-lux-cargo-bike?CAWELAID=120217890013238757&srsltid=Ad5pg_F9591rCX0ld7CwsslvvanqKGkm3nfo6qcCjN8UUJGyY7SXGzX46Zo","offerMerchant":"REI","offerPrice":"2499","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F211661\u002Fyuba-mundo-lux-cargo-bike?CAWELAID=120217890013238757&srsltid=Ad5pg_F9591rCX0ld7CwsslvvanqKGkm3nfo6qcCjN8UUJGyY7SXGzX46Zo","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avantlink.com\u002Fclick.php?tt=app&ti=1019&mi=10248&pw=262625&ctc=subid_value&url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F211661\u002Fyuba-mundo-lux-cargo-bike?CAWELAID=120217890013238757&srsltid=Ad5pg_F9591rCX0ld7CwsslvvanqKGkm3nfo6qcCjN8UUJGyY7SXGzX46Zo"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Yuba Bikes","offerPrice":"2499","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fyubabikes.com\u002Fcargobikestore\u002Fyuba-mundo-lux\u002F","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best gear marries design and functionality into a seamless package, and the exemplars of any class do this in an iconic way. It has to look good, make you look good, and do a lot of work to meet the challenges of daily life. This applies equally to personal computers, tennis racquets, and toaster ovens.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the risk of falling into romantic opining, great gear is also increasingly hard to find. How many things have you purchased recently that you expect to be giving you good service in a decade? Two decades?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"If you're a tall rider and are looking for a bike that'll last well past your kids' childhood, I have seen no better option than the Yuba Mundo Lux. \" data-author=\"Greg Nichols\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat high-handed preface is leading to an equally high-handed thesis: I found a cargo bike that solves a major conveyance problem for me and my family. It is from an OG brand, technically refined, completely rugged, and absurdly tailored to our particular use case. It is also designed and built with an old-school ethos: Make good stuff that will work well for a long time. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImportantly, this review will be from the perspective of that use case, from my particular body type and riding style, and you should pay close attention to those particulars, which I elucidate below and which may differ in important ways from yours. This bike is perfect ... for me. And while it is a Swiss Army knife of a machine, it most definitely is not one-size-fits all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcyrusher-ranger-e-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Cyrusher Ranger had me flying off-road, grinning from ear to ear\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERead on to find out why, and if you're considering a cargo bike, this review should help you dial in on the relevant considerations, opportunities, and pitfalls. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Rider Height Min\u002Fmax","5'0″\u002F6'6″"],["Bike Length","212cm"],["Bike Weight","67,9lbs"],["Frame","Mundo V6 Electric Cr-Mo Thru Axle w\u002FDisc Tab"],["Brake","Magura MT32 Hydraulic or RideRever Attack-XU Hydraulic"],["Motor System","N\u002FA"],["Rear Derailleur","Shimano RD-M2000 Altus 9-Speed or S-Ride RD-M310 9-Speed"],["Cassette","Shimano 11-36T 9-Speed or S-Ride 9-Speed Nickle 11-32T CS-M300"],["Rims","WTB SX23 (36H Front | 36H Rear)"],["Tires","Schwalbe Big Ben Plus 26\\" x 2.15\\""],["Max G.V.W.R.","550lbs"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2e0d03ca-5ffc-44a9-8341-ea5d42938110\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESetting off from the dock to the daycare!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Yuba dock rider\" data-image-filename=\"dock-ride.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"3582\" data-image-height=\"2006\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ERider profile\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy family lives outdoors. I mean that almost literally ... \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsailboat-life-living-and-working-on-the-high-seas-with-kids\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewe call a big old sailboat home\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and live dockside in a marina in Southern California.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELiving on a boat is great, but living on a boat with two kids requires some planning. Kids need to move, and even though \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Finsta360-go-2-tiny-action-cam-vs-high-seas\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eour WWII-era sailboat\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is a beast designed to carry troops, cargo, and tons of fish, the reality is we need to get off the boat early and often to keep our sanity. That means frequent outings to parks, the beach, farmer's markets, school, and every variety of sports practice, errand, and appointment imaginable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn Los Angeles, that means lots of time in cars. Cars are convenient but when riding in them becomes a lifestyle something feels off. That's where a bike with a useful cargo capacity comes in. Is it possible to offload a significant portion of your car-bound life to sustainable, lifestyle-boosting bike commuting?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Flectric-xp-lite-e-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELectric XP Lite: A sheer ($800) joy to ride\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGiven the above constraints (two kiddos, gear, urban environment) the bike needs to be rugged, have a massive cargo capacity, and be flexibly set up to accommodate things as varied as groceries, wiggly children, and random boat parts. It needs to have good visibility and preferably some kind of cool factor (after all, Los Angeles).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdd to the mix my personal rider profile. I'm 6'4\", so I need a big bike. I enjoy a road bike stance over a more vertically aligned beach cruiser or casual commuter. Having ridden motorcycles for years, I'm also more tolerant of a heavy bike when it comes to maneuverability in tight spaces.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6af37ebb-9768-40f8-8a35-5500b17e51d8\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe perfect beach cruiser, it doubles as an SUV for around-town errands or out-of-city adventures.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Yuba Mundo Lux\" data-image-filename=\"img-3568.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"2016\" data-image-height=\"1512\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe build\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Yuba Mundo Lux is billed as the SUV of bikes, and with good reason. It's robust (yet has a stylish look), performs equally well on the street or on a fire road, and can carry gobs of gear and goofball kids.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYuba is one of the original cargo bike companies and it has perfected the art of the full-sized cargo bike in the Mundo Lux, which it's been producing in various versions for over a decade. The bike I tested was the sixth version, a longtail that can carry up to 550 pounds and three kids.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's immediately apparent that this bike is engineered to last. It has a chromoly frame (short for chromium-molybdenum) that makes it super strong and resistant to corrosion, which is especially important in the marine environment where we live. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Flomi-indoor-composter-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELomi indoor composter review: Is this thing magic?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike is heavy at 57.9 pounds stock. The frame is undeniably beefy and so are the 26\" wheels, which make this a very tall ride. Countering the weight are hydraulic disc breaks and thru-axles, as well as a spring-dampened steering system for ease of control.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECargo capacity on this thing is really wild -- I genuinely didn't know a bike could carry this much stuff. With 160 liters of rear cargo capacity and a generous optional front basket, the bike can haul a week's worth of groceries easily. By adding additional accessories, such as the Go-Getter bag, you can increase the carrying capacity by as much as 80 liters.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA bike that at any given time may or may not be carrying hundreds of pounds of gear needs something more solid than a kickstand. Motorcyclists will recognize the swing-arm-style kickstand, which smoothly levers the bike backward, even with a heavy load, lifting one wheel off the ground to provide a tripod support that feels stable enough to load and unload kids.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy bike also came with a pedal-powered front and rear light, which are nice touches, magnificently comfortable grips and saddle, a bell, and fenders that are snazzy and functional for keeping off road spray.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAdd-ons \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe philosophy behind cargo bikes is that they're a platform, a foundation, the perfect blank canvas on which to build your ultimate biking experience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs such, the add-ons are a big deal. Yuba is top of the heap when it comes to add-on offerings, and getting the recipe right is the secret sauce to making your bike an absolutely perfect marriage of design, performance, and functionality for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy add-ons reflect my primary cargo: groceries and kids. Here's what I'm rocking:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMonkey Bars:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Lik guard rails for kiddos, the monkey bars create a framework around the cargo tail to provide hand holds and to keep the kids in position. They also provide a useful scaffolding for keeping bags of groceries on the tail, although caution is needed (and so are some bungees) otherwise the floppy bags are liable to slip through the gap below the bars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBamboo Boards:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E These are the primary foot platforms for long-limbed passengers. My seven-year-old is nearly tall enough to reach them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESoft Spot:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E This is a nice seat that goes over the cargo tail. It's cushy for the tushy of any passengers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELeg up\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: These are foot pegs for the tiny passenger that sits forward most on the cargo tail (in my case a four-year-old).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGo Getter Bag: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThis is an easy-on, easy-off side bag that takes advantage of the Mundo Lux's height to increase storage substantially. The coolest part is how easily it clips and unclips from the bike, for taking it with you when leaving the bike unattended.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBread Basket\u003Cem\u003E: \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EA front basket that's rated for 50 pounds and two cases of beer. Nice!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe above system is perfect for city travel. Yuba has other add-ons that make its various bikes suitable for everything from camping to hauling full-sized kegs (no, really!). You can check out the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"8307f71a-5ed2-4191-9be7-f0e13a3607dc\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyubabikes.com\u002Fproduct-category\u002Fadd-ons\u002Fpage\u002F4\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full add-ons line here\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"177922fc-b3ad-4606-8c2d-8424e90870ee\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Yuba Mundo Lux replaces my old road bike and trailer set up. The kiddos are outgrowing the trailer, and I just feel safer with little ones sharing the bike with me.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"numerous-mechanical-keyboard-switches.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"img-2699.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"2016\" data-image-height=\"1512\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EElectric assist vs. manual transmission\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe stock Mundo Lux is pedal power only, but Yuba makes an e-bike version called \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"37265346-b2af-4369-81a9-71bf1a9913df\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyubabikes.com\u002Fcargobikestore\u002Fmundo-electric\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"the EP8\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. With the brackets already installed, the Mundo Lux can easily be converted to an e-bike or e-assist using a variety of aftermarket setups, however doing so will void the warranty.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's easy to see why some folks opt for an electric route, however. The bike's height and weight conspire to make it tricky to get going from a dead stop, especially when carrying tiny passengers. The center of gravity is high, and while the bike is effortless to keep up with two feet planted firmly on the ground, the transition from a full stop to a comfortable pedal can be nerve-wracking with two kids on back. If you don't get a good push with that first pedal, or if your foot slips off, you're stuck trying to awkwardly straighten and catch your bike before your precious cargo crashes to the road.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsmart-garden-9-pro-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EI grew a little garden on my houseboat. Here's how\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn spite of the above, however, I'm holding off on electric assist. While I get the practicality, the Mundo Lux \u003Cem\u003Efeels\u003C\u002Fem\u003E like a bike should feel. It's a piece of equipment that's meant to be used hard and put away wet, that I don't mind wrenching on myself, and that I feel competent enough to fix should something break (nothing has yet, by the way, in spite of months of hard use). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you add a motor and a battery to the equation, things get more complicated. It's a new system to maintain and fuss over, and it's one I'm not particularly familiar with. There's also a sense of self-reliance that's easy to eye-roll at but makes me enjoy the bike that much more. I haven't taken my bike on any long multi-day journeys yet, but I like the idea that I can do that with the system I have now, without worry about charging equipment or removing it for special use cases. That may sound romantic, but it makes me feel connected to the bike, and that makes me want to use it even more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2f3f109-c8c5-47bd-9ec5-005a4fc6f62b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Go-Getter bag is humongous and takes two seconds to attach or detach from the bike. It's a very versatile add-on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"go-getter\" data-image-filename=\"go-getter.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"2016\" data-image-height=\"1512\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAdjusting to the new ride\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy typical commute has me navigating busy Los Angeles traffic to and from school drop off. Riding in traffic with two kiddos on the back takes some getting used to. I'm transitioning from pulling a bike trailer and it took me a few rides to start to feel comfortable with the new weight dynamics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConsider this: The wheels of the Yuba Mundo Lux are a solid 26\". Add the tail height and cushion and you've got a pretty high center of gravity for your cargo. This has a couple different effects. First, it means you can't throw the bike side to side, which I'm accustomed to doing during take off when standing up to pedal. The first time I tried that with the new configuration I felt on the verge of losing control of the bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Fsolo-stove-pi-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EI tried out Solo Stove's Pi pizza oven on some tough customers. There were audible gasps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen coming to a stop, I also feel the need to drop a foot more quickly and solidly than before, knowing that if there's any lean to the bike at rest I'll need to keep that weight up. On my normal road bike I like the seat post adjusted high enough to give me near full extension of my legs during pedaling. This means I have to come well off the seat to put my foot on the road. At first I tried a similar seat height on the Mundo Lux. The pedaling felt great, but coming to a stop with kids on the back was a different story. I felt like I had too much distance to make up between my seated posture and my resting stance. With my kids on the line, I opted to lower the seat a good 3-5 inches, which took a little getting used to while riding but makes me much more comfortable in start\u002Fstop situations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, along with the challenging dynamics comes a lot of confidence. Towing a trailer in heavy traffic, even one with an absurdly tall brightly colored flag, feels pretty sketchy. But on the Mundo Lux I know my kids are right in line with me, which means I can make safety and maneuvering decisions much more naturally.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter about a week experimenting with and dialing in the bike, the fit, and my riding style, the whole thing feels totally natural. The kiddos love their perch behind dad. They also love the passenger bell on the Monkey Bars, which they delight in ringing whenever they want my attention. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"999e97aa-46fb-45b0-8f56-c9c5721defc3\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe cargo rack isn't just for kids! With a 550 pound capacity the bike has some serious hauling capability.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Yuba\" data-image-alt-text=\"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-breadbasket-grab-go-lake-sideboards\" data-image-filename=\"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-breadbasket-grab-go-lake-sideboards.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"1500\" data-image-height=\"1001\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDaily riding experiences \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe incredible thing about the Mundo Lux, which has supplanted my truck for a lot of day-to-day Los Angeles driving, is its versatility. I've hauled groceries and lumber on the same day. I've ferried kiddos to school before going to meetings or peeling off on urban adventures. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a lot of ways the bike has opened up a a new side of Los Angeles to me. I've been taking my kiddos to school on a bike for a long time, but towing a trailer has usually required a quick return home -- those things are just too difficult to deal with on day-long outings. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fnetworking\u002Fstarlink-rv-game-changer-for-digital-nomads\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStarlink RV: Changes the game for digital nomads\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the Yuba I can take the kids to school and then tackle errands or go for a hike. The utility is built into the rock solid frame and is expansible with kick butt peripherals and add-ons. The Go Getter Bag is frequently on my shoulder and doubles as my shopping bag and briefcase when I'm out and about. I've got bungees and tie downs all over the bike, and the ride is burly enough that I don't mind filling up propane tanks or the dinghy gas can and strapping them to the tail. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh yeah, and it's a head turner. Utility is the aim here, but it's pretty cool to get the \"nice bike\" nod from fellow commuters, including the hardcore fixie crowd. I do my best to give a cool nod back. My kids usually blow it for me. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"14b94fa7-074c-417c-8d92-74fbd266b9b9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Yuba Mundo Lux v6\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"70a67197-241f-4d15-8f97-e1b1e5371fd3","filename":"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go-groceries.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002F70a67197-241f-4d15-8f97-e1b1e5371fd3\u002Fyuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go-groceries.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-24 22:46:26","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"70a67197-241f-4d15-8f97-e1b1e5371fd3","imageFilename":"yuba-bikes-mundolux-olive-fall-city-sideboards-breadbasket-grab-go-groceries.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F24"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F211661\u002Fyuba-mundo-lux-cargo-bike\" data-offerprice=\"2499\" data-offermerchant=\"Rei\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a lot of cargo bike options out there. If you're a tall rider and are looking for a bike that'll last well past your kids' childhood, I have seen no better option than the Yuba Mundo Lux. If you're shorter or are looking for something more compact and lightweight, you might want to check out \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"20c7a489-6cc2-47e4-b1a0-fce8b6e27505\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F170542\u002Fyuba-kombi-compact-cargo-bike\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Yuba's Kombi\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E or \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"374e08a6-08a5-48cc-bacb-d00adce9407b\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyubabikes.com\u002Fcargobikestore\u002Fyuba-spicy-curry\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Spicy Curry\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E models. The brand has something for every rider type and style, and it makes the best gear in the game. If you don't want to take my word for it, ask your local bike shop pro. That's how I ended up with a Yuba.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ff78e22d-0fe2-44fc-87d4-ebccaddc97d3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Yuba Kombi\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"d6fd13a2-b8e4-48aa-b4d9-e637e64e97d3","filename":"non-electric-kombi.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002Fd6fd13a2-b8e4-48aa-b4d9-e637e64e97d3\u002Fnon-electric-kombi.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-24 22:48:51","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"d6fd13a2-b8e4-48aa-b4d9-e637e64e97d3","imageFilename":"non-electric-kombi.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F24"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.rei.com\u002Fproduct\u002F170542\u002Fyuba-kombi-compact-cargo-bike\" data-offerprice=\"999\" data-offermerchant=\"Rei\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA pocketbook-friendly compact cargo bike from Yuba.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ba0bac12-bb43-4867-a098-2b808b5a3b3e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Surly Big Easy\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"20b480cd-e4d4-4db4-9e58-94730efe2d51","filename":"bigeasy-bk9190-2000x1333px.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002F20b480cd-e4d4-4db4-9e58-94730efe2d51\u002Fbigeasy-bk9190-2000x1333px.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-24 22:50:56","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"20b480cd-e4d4-4db4-9e58-94730efe2d51","imageFilename":"bigeasy-bk9190-2000x1333px.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F24"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pristiwanicyclesstore.com\u002Fsurly-big-easy\u002F\" data-offermerchant=\"Pristiwanicyclesstore\" data-monetizedurl=\"http:\u002F\u002Famazon.com?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECosts as much as a motorcycle, but it's a beast wherever your adventures take you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"b9d1604f-5707-4525-aeb5-56f11e3e6634\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Baere Bikes Stockholm\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Baere Bikes Stockholmer","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Baere Bikes","imageData":{"id":"e3dbd3cf-ad7c-42a8-aff7-069cbaeef09a","filename":"mat-2399.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002Fe3dbd3cf-ad7c-42a8-aff7-069cbaeef09a\u002Fmat-2399.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-24 22:56:08","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"e3dbd3cf-ad7c-42a8-aff7-069cbaeef09a","imageFilename":"mat-2399.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F24"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Baere Bikes\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.baerebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fthe-stockholm\" data-offerprice=\"2599\" data-offermerchant=\"Baerebikes\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA stylish front loader that makes for a practical alternative to a car in suburban and urban settings.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-03-05 14:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Review: The Yuba Mundo Lux Cargo Bike is expandable, beefy, and ready to haul kids or cargo. 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So in the winter of 2021, I bought myself a \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"fc7f6bd7-518e-4e18-b7f2-9eb44ed1d9a3\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FTroy-Bilt-Storm-24-in-208-cc-Two-Stage-Gas-Snow-Blower-with-Electric-Start-Self-Propelled-Storm-2420\u002F316895886\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Troy-Bilt Storm 2420\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E two-stage snow thrower. The model did a great job until I pulled it out of the shed to prep for a recent storm...and it wouldn't start.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI struggled mightily with the pull cord before remembering it had an electric start. Yet a few minutes and one extension cord later, there was just the sad, labored whirring of a gas engine struggling to kick over. With a storm just a few days away and expected to drop over a foot of snow, I didn't have time to troubleshoot. Troubleshooting meant tearing apart the engine, draining fuel lines, and testing wiring harnesses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-snow-blower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best snow blowers for unruly winter weather\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd as my neighbors curiously peeked through their curtains and blinds to watch me threaten a piece of machinery with all manner of methods for rapid and violent disassembly, the bright yellow of the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5c9eed57-bac0-4fbc-b309-8752fd5c055e\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 60V Max\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E shone like a beacon of hope from the back of my garage.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe long battery life and steel auger make quick work of snow drifts and accumulation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt 60V Max single stage snow thrower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"ba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766","title":"DeWalt 60V Max","filename":"img-7389.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F29\u002Fba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766\u002Fimg-7389.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":357010,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-29 18:23:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-29 18:23:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FDeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"dewalt 60v max","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"ba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"img-7389.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F29","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBeing a single-stage model, I had a few reservations about the 60V Max being able to handle much besides a few inches of dry, powdery snow. And being battery-powered, I worried about running out of juice halfway through my task. But DeWalt made a few design choices that improved upon some of the more annoying bits. Chiefly, they built the blower with an all-steel auger and included electronic paddle controls for the debris chute. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"299fd9cb-b724-432a-bf1f-109d380750c9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"dewalt 60v max\" data-image-filename=\"img-7366.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F29\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOther single-stage models have manual chute controls. Which means that if you need to change the direction of where your debris is being thrown, you have to stop what you're doing, shut off the unit, and then adjust the chute. And you have to do this every time you want to move the chute, which can be an annoyance at best, but a nightmare if you're trying to work in the wind or bitter cold. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-extreme-weather-tech\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best extreme weather tech: Top gear for snowstorm power outages\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DeWalt 60V Max has convenient paddle triggers for controlling the rotation of the chute, which lets you instantly maneuver debris downwind and away from you. You still have to manually adjust the ejection angle of the chute, but that's pretty well a \"set and forget\" adjustment.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for power, the model comes with two 60V batteries and chargers, letting you go from assembly -- which only takes a few moments -- to use in just a few hours. The control panel features battery-level indicator LEDs for each battery, letting you check how much power you have at a glance. DeWalt claims that the 60V Max can clear up to a 32-car driveway on a full charge, and I'm highly inclined to believe them. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI have a typical suburban driveway that can fit six vehicles fairly comfortably, and about 200 feet of sidewalk to maintain. With both batteries charged, I was able to fully clear my driveway and sidewalk sections twice, which was about 45 minutes runtime altogether, before I'd even drained half their power. And since I had so much extra runtime, I did what any other Midwesterner would do and cleared as many of my neighbors' sidewalks and drives as I could. I was able to clear the entire sidewalk on our side of the street, as well as two of the three driveways, before I needed to walk back to my own home to recharge the batteries.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fhow-to-choose-a-snow-blower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to choose a snow blower: Ultimate buying guide for winter days ahead\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DeWalt 60V Max has three power modes, including an eco-friendly battery saver option, so your runtime may vary depending on which mode you use. The power modes can also be used to adjust your chute speed for handling heavier or drier snow. The eco-friendly mode works well with fresh powder for when you need to quickly clear areas, while the heavy-duty mode is great for wet, heavy snow, and thin layers of sleet and freezing rain.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"f8311203-bb82-4423-b66c-2d3909eff976\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"dewalt 60v max\" data-image-filename=\"img-7386.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F29\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELike all other single-stage snow blowers, the DeWalt 60V Max does not have any sort of self-propelled drive for the wheels. But the body of the unit is lightweight enough to not need a ton of muscle or effort to maneuver and control. I'm even able to physically pick it up -- using proper form, of course -- and carry it if needed. The batteries themselves have a bit of heft to them, but even with both placed in the snow blower, the entire machine is still surprisingly easy to change direction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy biggest complaint about the DeWalt 60V Max is that it does not come packaged with a chute-clearing tool; you have to \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d296555d-f02f-4f75-8a03-8b338028aa10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FMTD-Genuine-Factory-Parts-Universal-Chute-Clearing-Tool-for-Two-and-Three-Stage-Snow-Blowers-Mounting-Bracket-Included-OEM-731-2643\u002F207208202\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"purchase one separately\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. While not a huge deal, not including a tool that allows you to safely clear obstructions like packed snow and ice poses a safety hazard. Especially if an operator is in a hurry and reaches into the chute without thinking while the unit is still running.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E ZDNET's buying advice \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll in all, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"97753bc8-34c3-4dfe-a533-081d0dc93d32\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 60V Max\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E single-stage snow thrower is an impressive little unit. With three power modes, you can tackle different types of snow and push for longer battery life. And electric chute controls make adjusting debris ejection quick and easy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe lightweight design makes it easy to maneuver around curved and angled walkways, as well as over uneven surfaces like buckled sidewalks. The all-steel auger is tough enough to handle just about any kind of snow, small bits of ice, and even sticks and other yard waste. And for about $1,000, you'll get the snow blower, two batteries and chargers, and countless mornings of not freezing to death as you manually shovel your driveway.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-02-15 12:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The DeWalt 60V Max single-stage snow blower is tough enough to handle snow storms and is more than capable of stepping in when gas models let you down.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"edb26d22-0b67-4cf1-ba2d-37cfe656fedc",image:{id:"21624237-75c8-462f-9923-6afd3c89a564",filename:"dewalt-60v-max-cover.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-01-29 18:21:57",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"dewalt-60v-max",credits:"Taylor Clemons\u002FDeWalt\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F29\u002F21624237-75c8-462f-9923-6afd3c89a564\u002Fdewalt-60v-max-cover.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Yard & Outdoors",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"sick-of-shoveling-this-electric-snow-blower-helps-me-conquer-cleveland-winters",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Sick of shoveling? This electric snow blower helps me conquer Cleveland winters",topic:{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"44ae38fb-10d8-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Rajiv Rao",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Rajiv",lastName:"Rao",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"fb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a",filename:"rajiv-rao-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2013-11-25 15:49:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2013\u002F11\u002F25\u002Ffb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a\u002Frajiv-rao-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Rajiv is a journalist and filmmaker who is interested in how new technologies, innovation, and disruptive business forces are shaking things up in India.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ECamping trip preparation depends on where you're going and how you're getting there. When my kids were tots, our camping trips were more like \"glamping\"-- we'd arrive at campsites in a car filled with unnecessary items. But as my kids grew older, our family became more adventurous, and we set off into the wild in canoes. But first, we had to rethink our essential supplies.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"7e590aef-9a99-4ea0-a178-2de6e5e14324\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F7e590aef-9a99-4ea0-a178-2de6e5e14324\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECarrying equipment between bodies of water was difficult enough, so we needed to adequately prepare. We couldn't risk losing power in our night lights, and batteries become cumbersome and potentially useless if wet. Plus, when not recycled properly, batteries end up in landfills where they slowly ooze lead, mercury, and cadmium into the soil. What's worse, battery chemicals can end up in your lungs through toxic vapor, or in your digestive tract through ground and surface water.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-flashlight\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best flashlights\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's why solar-powered lanterns are a lifesaver. They produce little to no heat thanks to LED bulbs and can charge even in cloudy weather. The best solar-powered lanterns are safe, silent, and made of eco-friendly material. Plus, they can be used inside tents without emitting toxic fumes. The best part? Solar energy is free. If you're out for more than just a weekend jaunt, solar-powered lanterns are a no-brainer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1382b9e0-9c54-40d9-8ac3-1d945b686516\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBrightness: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E150 lumens\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E|\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;Run time:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;45 hours&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;4.4 ounces&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E5 x 5 x 4.25 inches&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Waterproof, withstands up to 150 lbs of pressure, mobile charging\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's hard to beat the Luci Pro Outdoor 2.0. It basically functions as a portable solar panel, which is handy when you're out in the wild. Its rechargeable 2,000 mAh lithium ion battery illuminates 10 LED bulbs to 150 Lumens and can last up to 45 hours on a low setting without charge. According to most users, the medium or low setting is more than adequate.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Luci Pro Outdoor dually functions as a solar charger and can charge your phone up to 34% in 90 minutes. You can nestle into your inflated pillow and review the day's photos while coyotes howl nearby.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe lamp collapses down to one inch, resists one meter of water for up to 30 minutes and features an adjustable handle so it can hang just about anywhere. Made by Mpowerd, a certified B Corp and a pioneer in solar lighting for the outdoors, this lantern is exactly what you need to venture into the wildnerness.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Mpowerd Luci Pro Outdoor 2.0\" data-superlative=\"Best solar lantern overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EThis versatile lantern can even charge your headlamp or cell phone\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Mpowerd","imageData":{"id":"e978a323-a25e-43a9-8b71-0e2da8070a44","title":"Mpowerd-luci-pro-outdoor-2-0","filename":"mpowerd-luci-pro-outdoor-2-0.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F31\u002Fe978a323-a25e-43a9-8b71-0e2da8070a44\u002Fmpowerd-luci-pro-outdoor-2-0.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EThis versatile lantern can even charge your headlamp or cell phone\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":267884,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-31 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Its low price is the cherry on top.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESolar Lantern\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECharge your phone?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELumens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWaterproof?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMpowerd Luci Pro Outdoor 2.0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$25\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E150\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoal Zero Crush Light\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$20\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, only splash proof\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESolight's SolarPuff\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$30\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E90\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELuminaid PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power Lantern\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$50\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E150\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBiolite Sunlite 100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$15\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, only splash proof\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best solar lantern?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt depends on how you'll use the solar lantern. If you're an avid kayaker and want to take your solar panel for a swim, look for a waterproof solar lantern made of sturdy material. Or maybe you want a powerhouse lantern that can reliably power your devices via its solar panel and USB port. Whether you're looking for an inflatable light source or foldable backup light, the lanterns below can meet your every need.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this solar lantern….\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need….\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMpowerd Luci Pro Outdoor 2.0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA reliable, sturdy and versatile lantern that can also charge your phone\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoal Zero Crush Light\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn inexpensive lantern with a cozy glow\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESolight's SolarPuff\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA gorgeous, indestructible lantern you can show off at home or in the wild\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELuminaid PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power Lantern\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA sizable workhorse that pumps out lumens while charging your phone\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBiolite Sunlite 100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA pocket-size lantern for your campsite or kid's room\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right solar lantern for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe analyzed solar lanterns based on price, ratings and expert opinion. These solar lanterns offer customers a consistent, reliable experience in tough environments without breaking the bank. We looked beyond appearance to find evidence of high-quality performance, so you can test the limits of your solar lantern whether you're relaxing on a patio or hiking the Adirondacks.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese solar lanterns can support you (and your other devices) while surviving rain storms and the general wear-and-tear of wilderness travel. These lanterns also feature innovative designs, material and functionality, while a commitment to social causes gives them an extra edge.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these solar lanterns?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ee4ac6c7-a12d-458f-a64d-4f2ab0ce39dd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA solar lantern uses solar energy to power a light source. It typically consists of a solar panel that collects energy from the sun during the day, and a battery that stores that energy for later use. The stored energy is then used to power a light source, such as an LED bulb, at night. Some models come with additional features, such as a USB port for charging other devices, and a built-in radio or other functionality. These lanterns are designed for outdoor use, making them ideal for camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities, as well as for use in areas where electricity is not easily accessible. They are also environmentally friendly, as they do not require any fossil fuels to operate.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is a solar lantern and how do they work?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA lumen is a measurement that refers to the intensity of visible light. 40-watt bulbs that you may use at home emit around 400 lumens. A flashlight is around 30 lumens. Camping aficionados recommend a lantern between 35 and 60 lumens for sufficient lighting. If you get a lantern with a higher lumen range, you can always power down and save some charge for the next day.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is a lumen and how many do I need in a camping lantern?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EShort answer: As many as you can!&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERelying on just one device is downright foolish. Your one and only lantern may decide to take a swim down the river, or get stomped on by your partner. Life happens.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt can also feel terrifying to go to the bathroom in the woods in the dark of night-- you may see a large, furry animal trying to bring down your food bag. Avoid any scary mishaps by taking advantage of these affordable solar lanterns. ZDNET recommends plenty of options at different price points, so invest in as many lanterns as you'd like.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How many lanterns should I take on a trip?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOnce you decide on a budget, focus on a lantern that suits your needs. This list highlights inexpensive but value-driven options that offer a variety of special features. Some charge your phone, while others can float for miles. Lumens, weight, and design should also be your other top considerations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What should I look for in a solar lantern?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMany solar lanterns on e-commerce sites failed to satisfy our criteria. 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A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"c5e7e27a-e814-4cb1-8ad5-0b1c4114e767\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Lomi Composter\" data-rating=\"4\" data-like=\"~Design ~Ease of use ~Speed\" data-dislike=\"~Fussy lid ~Not real compost ~A bit noisy\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"05\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-05-01T18:23:13.316Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"05\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-05-01T18:23:13.316Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"538a541f-d74d-4daf-b4e8-bc8b88116354","filename":"lomi-full.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F15\u002F538a541f-d74d-4daf-b4e8-bc8b88116354\u002Flomi-full.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-15 19:46:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"538a541f-d74d-4daf-b4e8-bc8b88116354","imageFilename":"lomi-full.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F15"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"469","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Flomi.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1211103\u002F15056?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Flomi.com\u002Fproducts\u002Flomi&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Lomi","offerPrice":"476","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Flomi.com\u002Fproducts\u002Flomi","url":"https:\u002F\u002Flomi.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1211103\u002F15056?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Flomi.com\u002Fproducts\u002Flomi&subId1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Flomi-smart-waste-kitchen-composter\u002F6500614.p?skuId=6500614&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Best Buy","offerPrice":"499","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Flomi-smart-waste-kitchen-composter\u002F6500614.p?skuId=6500614","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Flomi-smart-waste-kitchen-composter\u002F6500614.p?skuId=6500614&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm a convert. My wife pushed for the indoor composter. Since we live on a boat and space is at a premium, it took me a while to get my head around the idea. She was right. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"If you're tight on space and need to do better with your food waste, Lomi is a great solution. \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"aa1b7831-f996-41c0-8189-0935be0eadf5\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lomi composter by Pela Earth\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E represents a real breakthrough in ease-of-use and convenience in indoor home composting, and it solves a big problem when it comes to the inevitable food waste associated with our two little kiddos. What it does still seems like magic to me: With a mix of heat, agitation, and maybe pixie dust (I assume) it turns a bin full of food waste into a small handful of usable dirt in a matter of hours.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIs a home composter right for you? To answer that question we'll take you through the ins and outs of using the Lomi, which I've done daily for the last month. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FKdvR6Xpa7a8?autoplay=0&loop=0&fs=1&start=0&rel=1&feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Lomi indoor composter review: A great solution to food waste\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FKdvR6Xpa7a8\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Lomi indoor composter review: A great solution to food waste","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FKdvR6Xpa7a8\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Voltage","Lomi in the USA and Canada will be 110V. The EU model will be 220-240V with a type C plug. The Australia Plug is 220-240V."],["Electricity consumption","Eco Express: less than 0.60kWh; Lomi Approved: less than 0.75 kWh.; Grow Mode: uses around 1 kWh"],["Dimensions","Lomi measures 16\\" W x 13\\" D x 12\\" H or 228mm W x 388mm D x 314mm H."],["Weight","9kgs (19-20lbs)"],["Product materials","The Lomi exterior is made of recyclable plastic and the interior parts are made of metal. Lomi is part of a 360 program, meaning that at the end of your Lomi's life, you can send it back to Pela to be responsibly recycled."],["Eco Express Mode","3-5 hours. This is the perfect way to start the decomposition process. The waste shrinks considerably, and is perfect for adding to your compost as a starter. "],["Grow Mode","The Grow mode takes 16-20 hours. By the end of this cycle, you'll have a microbially-rich end product that is ready to use. "],["Lomi Approved Mode","Lomi Approved mode takes 5-8 hours. This is one of Lomi's special features. Unlike other composters, Lomi can break down certified bioplastics into dirt that can then be placed in your green bin."]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E How it works \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESeriously. MAGIC.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOkay, not really.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi accelerates the composting process by using heat and abrasion to break down food waste, approved bioplastics, and packaging. Lomi cycles are a multi-step process within a small machine, designed to mimic natural composting at every stage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first stage is grinding. Naturally, you're going to hear this, and it's worth pointing out here that Lomi makes some noise. It's nothing you can't have a conversation over, sort of akin to a bread machine in its knead mode. But grinding is essential for the composting process. Smaller food pieces are easier to break down than larger chunks, since increased aeration and surface area make it easier for microorganisms to break down the waste. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Finsta360-go-2-tiny-action-cam-vs-high-seas\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EI tested the Insta360 Go 2 action cam on my WWII-era sailboat. It blew me away\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext, a heating and cooling cycle begins to break down food. The machine mimics nature's mesophilic (moderate-temperature), thermophilic, (high-temperature phase), and cooling phases, but it accomplishes in a few hours what takes nature several months. Internal sensors ensure proper moisture content, warm temperatures, and plenty of oxygen for natural decomposition. The three Lomi modes -- Eco-Express, Grow, and Lomi Approved -- do this at varying speeds, which impacts the final product and what you're able to do with it. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy kids, at least, are sticking with the magic story. They've nicknamed the Lomi \"Princess Food Crusher\" and they enjoy giving her their unwanted leftovers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"576e9a5c-5962-4955-ba8a-21a54f166e2f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Lomi takes up a decent amount of counter space, so we keep ours under the table in our boat's salon, where it doubles as a stage for our kids' stuffed animals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lomi-under-table\" data-image-filename=\"lomi-under-table.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Setup and form factor \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe device isn't small, which is a consideration when it comes to limited counter space. Since we have no spare counter space to speak of aboard Lindy, our WWII era sailboat, we keep ours under the table in our salon. That makes it convenient to deposit food scraps from the inevitably hectic weekday breakfast rush followed by dash to school. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fget-the-most-out-of-your-groceries-how-to-prevent-food-waste\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to prevent food waste\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPrior to first using your Lomi, you need to fill two filters with activated charcoal, which comes with the device. The charcoal pellets are a menace if allowed to get loose, leaving black streaks on anything they touch. Pouring them into the Lomi's filters isn't complicated but I found it tricky not to make a mess thanks to the charcoal dust. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe charcoal should be replaced every three months to keep Lomi smelling fresh. That's an added expense potential buyers should be aware of. At time of this writing a 90 cycle supply of charcoal from Pela Earth costs around $50 on subscription (or around $55 without).  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce the charcoal is in, you just plug in the Lomi and you're in business. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"050a9ae8-6819-49db-920b-39e767a6bc7d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EStarts as oatmeal and mango peel ...\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lomi \" data-image-filename=\"lomi-before.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F18\" data-image-width=\"3462\" data-image-height=\"2012\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Using Lomi \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is the real revelation for me. Like many consumers who strive to be environmentally conscientious and sometimes come up short, I find myself wincing whenever I throw food waste in the trash.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA big part of the problem is that there's no residential food waste program in Marina del Rey, where we live, which means food waste most commonly ends up in the landfill. As Pela Earth is quick to point out, food waste is the single most common material landfilled and incinerated in the United States, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Fsystem\u002Ffiles\u002Fdocuments\u002F2021-11\u002Ffrom-farm-to-kitchen-the-environmental-impacts-of-u.s.-food-waste_508-tagged.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecomprising 24% and 22%\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of landfilled and combusted municipal solid waste. And, 50% of the volume of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpela.earth\u002Fblogs\u002Fnews\u002Ffood-waste-in-landfills\"\u003Ewaste that North Americans send to landfills\u003C\u002Fa\u003E each year is compostable materials. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi is an alternative to throwing food waste in the garbage.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-cut-your-grocery-bill-by-shopping-online\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to cut your grocery bill by shopping online\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe use it essentially as a waste bin for food and green scraps. It lives under our table and whenever the kids can't be enticed to finish a meal or there's leftover peels or scraps from dinner prep, in it all goes. When the bucket is about 75% full, demarcated internally by a scribed line, we run the Lomi, which is as easy as pressing a button.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe typically run the Lomi in Eco-Express mode, which takes about 3-5 hours. Because the resulting product has vastly less bulk than what we put in, we leave the dirt in and put new food waste on top of it. Lomi recommends running no more than three cycles per bucket-full. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi recommends adding a mix of different food waste. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsupport.pela.earth\u002Fhc\u002Fen-us\u002Farticles\u002F4416228515355-What-can-I-add-to-Lomi-What-goes-in-Lomi-\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHere's a helpful breakdown\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of different items that permitted in general and in various modes.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d3ed2d26-0704-4366-85de-6f30bf45575a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFrom this morning's oatmeal to soil in about three hours.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Greg Nichols \u002F ZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lomi.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"img-3127.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F18\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Which mode to use? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are three modes, \u003Cstrong\u003EEco-Express\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E, \u003Cstrong\u003ELomi Approved\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E, and \u003Cstrong\u003EGrow\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E. The differences are important and help to illustrate exactly what it is you're making with the Lomi. (Hint, it's not compost.) \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwant-to-save-money-and-fuel-google-maps-brings-eco-friendly-driving-to-more-routes\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGoogle Maps brings 'eco-friendly' driving to more routes\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEco-Express mode is the fastest and takes about 3-5 hours. You can add the resulting dirt to your green-bin or do what we do and add it to the next cycle that you run with Lomi. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELomi Approved:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E This mode is meant for food waste, bioplastics and Lomi Approved packaging and products. Lomi recommends using a LomiPod in this mode, which adds beneficial microbes to help aid the process of breaking down the bioplastics. This mode takes about 5-8 hours. The resulting dirt can be tossed in the green bin, but like the Eco-Express dirt it isn't rich in microorganisms and shouldn't be used with plants. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGrow Mode:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E This mode is meant for use with fruit and vegetable waste only. So no cooked or processed foods and no bioplastics. This mode utilizes low heat to help preserve microorganisms. Lomi recommends adding a LomiPod in this mode. The benefit is that the resulting dirt can be mixed with garden or houseplant soil. Lomi recommends a ratio of 1:10 dirt to soil.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E How much power does Lomi use?  \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPela Earth reports that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpela.earth\u002Fblogs\u002Fnews\u002Fhow-much-energy-does-lomi-use\"\u003ELomi uses between 0.6 to 1.0 kWh per cycle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This is a chart providing energy usage statistics for each mode. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELomi Compost Modes\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAverage Energy Consumed \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETypes of Waste\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrow \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1 kWh \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFood & organic waste \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEco-Express \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E.60 kWh \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFood & organic waste \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi Approved \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E.75 kWh \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFood & organic waste \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi-approved bioplastic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi-approved products & packaging \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Green or green washing? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIndoor composters aren't without controversy, and a big question is whether the Lomi truly provides an eco benefit or whether this is just a green washing gimmick. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERemember, the big environmental benefit of composting is reducing the food waste that ends up in landfills. The crux of the skepticism is that Lomi uses a certain amount of power to turn food waste into dirt, potentially negating any positive impact.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-affordable-electric-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best affordable EVs and how the federal tax credit can save you $7,500\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELomi has fought this perception aggressively by enlisting third-party services to determine if Lomi dirt offsets the electrical demands of running the device. The tests factor in variables including whether the home uses renewable energy or not (e.g., solar power) and what folks do with the dirt at the end of the cycle (i.e., use it for backyard plants, place it in a green bin, or send it to a landfill). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrom the company's website: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the help of our third party audits, we found that \u003Cstrong\u003Edespite the electricity consumed, Lomi can produce a net-lower carbon footprint than that same organic waste going to landfill\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E.  \t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fblockquote\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can read more about the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flomi.com\u002Fblogs\u002Fnews\u002Flomi-carbon-footprint\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eresults of these tests here\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but the bottom line is a net CO2e savings of approximately 100 kg to 230 CO2e per year, depending on your usage patterns. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"14b94fa7-074c-417c-8d92-74fbd266b9b9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Lomi composter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"01620013-bd4f-4393-a63b-481bf39d1656","filename":"lomi-raw72-0355.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F18\u002F01620013-bd4f-4393-a63b-481bf39d1656\u002Flomi-raw72-0355.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-18 21:19:31","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"01620013-bd4f-4393-a63b-481bf39d1656","imageFilename":"lomi-raw72-0355.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS\" data-offerprice=\"529\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FKitchen-Composter-Compost-Electric-Countertop\u002Fdp\u002FB0B3FSQTRS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"1d406af2-2228-4304-b607-eb945b025107","slug":"lomi-smart-waste-kitchen-composter-turn-waste-to-compost-with-a-single-button-with-electric-countertop-compost-bin-by","name":"Lomi | Smart Waste Kitchen Composter | Turn Waste to Compost with a Single Button with Electric Countertop Compost Bin by Pela Earth","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1668814342957,"displayDate":"Fri Nov 18 2022 18:32:22 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Bottom line  \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe use it everyday. As I sit and type this the Lomi has just completed another cycle. So for us, the bottom line is that this product is a big win. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIs it right for you? Look, ideally you're not generating the amount of food waste we are. (And we try hard not to, I promise!) If you live somewhere with a yard or nearby common space, then you should probably explore conventional composting options first. They'll be cheaper and are more environmentally friendly. Lomi can successfully be used in coordination with a typical composter, but that's not our use case and you'll have to determine if it's worth the expense for you or not. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut if you live in an apartment or other small space, like our boat, and if food waste is a problem for you, I definitely recommend Lomi. It's pricey but will quickly become the appliance you didn't know you needed. Pela Earth is an eco-conscious company and Climate Neutral Certified, and Lomi is a robust product that seems like it'll keep functioning as intended for a long time.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're tight on space and need to do better with your food waste, Lomi is a great solution. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider  \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ff78e22d-0fe2-44fc-87d4-ebccaddc97d3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"FoodCycler FC-50\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"24b0d1c4-9689-4c6d-acb2-8877552f2444","filename":"foodcycler-eco-friendly-food-recycler-01.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F18\u002F24b0d1c4-9689-4c6d-acb2-8877552f2444\u002Ffoodcycler-eco-friendly-food-recycler-01.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-18 21:33:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"24b0d1c4-9689-4c6d-acb2-8877552f2444","imageFilename":"foodcycler-eco-friendly-food-recycler-01.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.vitamix.com\u002Fus\u002Fen_us\u002Fshop\u002Ffoodcycler-fc-50?cid=ppc-New-Google-SmartShoppingFeed&coupon=07-0063&ef_id=Cj0KCQiA99ybBhD9ARIsALvZavWakck39DvvoueuIagogn8fkLjlD3E0vQZBAWt_e29NTihkShVS_YUaAm57EALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!6700!3!!!!x!!&gclid=Cj0KCQiA99ybBhD9ARIsALvZavWakck39DvvoueuIagogn8fkLjlD3E0vQZBAWt_e29NTihkShVS_YUaAm57EALw_wcB\" data-offerprice=\"399.95\" data-offermerchant=\"Vitamix\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESlightly cheaper than the Lomi, it's a comparable product in a different form factor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ba0bac12-bb43-4867-a098-2b808b5a3b3e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Exaco 113 gal. composter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"94026a66-3f0a-4cfe-b050-059b25ca0404","filename":"exaco.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F18\u002F94026a66-3f0a-4cfe-b050-059b25ca0404\u002Fexaco.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-18 21:38:50","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"94026a66-3f0a-4cfe-b050-059b25ca0404","imageFilename":"exaco.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FExaco-113-gal-Composter-Aerobin-400\u002F202060687\" data-offerprice=\"447\" data-offermerchant=\"The Home Depot\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FExaco-113-gal-Composter-Aerobin-400\u002F202060687&subId1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe grandaddy of traditional outdoor composters, if you have the space and the waste, this is a big ol' growing machine. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-12-01 20:08:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"I tried an indoor composter for a month. 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There's always one worry lurking in the back of your mind: Do you have enough juice to power through the trip? Being stuck in the middle of nowhere without power can be an uncomfortable or even harrowing experience. Especially if you have to stumble out of your tent at night to go to the bathroom with a dead headlamp. Not only are AA batteries expensive, but they also drain fast, pollute the environment, and corrode when wet. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d0d6e607-0e26-4d83-9863-a20084f953f8\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd0d6e607-0e26-4d83-9863-a20084f953f8\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-solar-lantern\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 5 best solar lanterns of 2023\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlternatively, solar lanterns and battery packs may not charge properly if the weather isn't ideal. Your best bet is to invest in a portable solar charger made of panels that can do the job quickly and effectively. But which panel is the best? It's helpful to understand how electricity works before you begin shopping. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-camping-chair\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 5 best camping chairs of 2023\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMany people use the analogy of piped water: Think of voltage as water pressure and amperage as the size of the pipe. Electricity generation depends on both voltage and amperage, so solar chargers are evaluated by multiplying voltage and amperage, which gives you the 'wattage' advertised on solar panels. In other words, if a charger collectively puts out 5 Volts via one 2.4 Amp USB, it generates 12 watts of power. We looked at panels that range between 15 and 28 watts and that offer enough power without added bulkiness.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-car-gadget\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best car gadgets, according to auto and tech experts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut even in bright sunlight, most panels don't reach advertised levels of volts and therefore watts. Plus, some devices always charge at lower amps. Some portable chargers can function in any weather, while others go into a tailspin when clouds hover overhead and then fail to reconnect afterward. Size and weight are also key factors to consider while you shop for a portable charger. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI analyzed the market to find you the best portable solar charger for your budget and needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1382b9e0-9c54-40d9-8ac3-1d945b686516\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESunJack 25 Watt Foldable Solar Panel Charger te\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ech specs:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWatts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 25W |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAuto reset\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPorts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 2 x USB-A |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAmps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 3 amps each (3A max) |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1.9 pounds&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ESize\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 12.5 x 8 x 1.25 inches (unfolded)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis portable solar charger ensures your devices stay juiced while you enjoy camping, hiking, and more. It features smart IC chip technology, which recognizes which device(s) you're charging and adapts currents to maximize charging speeds -- its speed is similar to a wall charger.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe compact, foldable design makes it convenient for travel. The solar charger weighs under two pounds, and with its ETFE construction, it's more than capable of handling your rugged adventures.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest of all, it works with any device using USB for charging. It means iPads, iPhones, Samsung, and Google devices will all work with this charger. It comes with a 12-month, hassle-free warranty to offer you peace of mind and protection.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"SunJack 25 Watt Foldable Solar Panel Charger\" data-superlative=\"Best overall portable solar charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Anker\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"14ab3dad-5c60-4dc2-a681-058262b5b082","title":"sunjack-25-watt-foldable-ip67-waterproof-etfe-monocrystalline-solar-panel-charger","filename":"sunjack-25-watt-foldable-ip67-waterproof-etfe-monocrystalline-solar-panel-charger.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F04\u002F10\u002F14ab3dad-5c60-4dc2-a681-058262b5b082\u002Fsunjack-25-watt-foldable-ip67-waterproof-etfe-monocrystalline-solar-panel-charger.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":158039,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-04-10 15:25:27","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-04-10 15:25:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"SunJack\u002FZDNet","alt":"sunjack-25-watt-foldable-ip67-waterproof-etfe-monocrystalline-solar-panel-charger","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"14ab3dad-5c60-4dc2-a681-058262b5b082","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Anker\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"sunjack-25-watt-foldable-ip67-waterproof-etfe-monocrystalline-solar-panel-charger.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F04\u002F10","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Anker\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00UK56AR2?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"80","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00UK56AR2?th=1","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00UK56AR2?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Fast charger ~ Works with many devices ~ Light ~ 12-month warranty\" data-dislike=\"~ Relatively expensive\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"62cac0be-d844-41a8-add0-2448301ac834\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBigBlue 5V 28W Solar Charger t\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eech specs:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWatts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 28W |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAuto reset\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPorts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 3 x USB-A |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAmps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 2.4 each (5V\u002F4.8A max) |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 20.5 oz |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ESize\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 11.1 × 6.3 x 1.1 inches (folded)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt may be a sheer coincidence that the most dependable but oversized panel on this list (BigBlue) is also the nickname for one of the most dependable but gigantic technology companies in the world (IBM). Just as IBM burnished its reputation in personal computing, BigBlue has quickly become the de facto benchmark in the sub-30W solar panel universe. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis solar charger is heavy, considering it has 4 panels hooked up to 3 USB ports. It's not as fast as Anker's charger, but customer reviews rave about the device's impeccable reliability and ability to charge devices in all sorts of weather. For cloudy conditions, this solar charger is the absolute king. Plus, it features a stellar auto-restart function, which allows it to reboot after cloud interruption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHardy PET polymer panels and canvas material make it durable, while rubber gaskets protect USB ports from water. When you factor in the newly reduced $58 price tag, the excellent features of this device may outweigh its hefty design. It can also offer you a feeling of quiet confidence in the middle of nowhere, armed with the most reliable power source that money can buy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"BigBlue 5V 28W Solar Charger\" data-superlative=\"Most reliable portable solar charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"BigBlue\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"e4964782-b175-4263-8fc4-f9561cc7f2a1","title":"bigblue-5v-28w-solar-charger","filename":"bigblue-5v-28w-solar-charger.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F04\u002F10\u002Fe4964782-b175-4263-8fc4-f9561cc7f2a1\u002Fbigblue-5v-28w-solar-charger.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":167586,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-04-10 14:39:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-04-10 14:39:40","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"BigBlue\u002FZDNet","alt":"bigblue-5v-28w-solar-charger","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"e4964782-b175-4263-8fc4-f9561cc7f2a1","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"BigBlue\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"bigblue-5v-28w-solar-charger.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F04\u002F10","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"BigBlue\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBigBlue-Charger-Digital-Waterproof-Foldable\u002Fdp\u002FB071G4CQSR\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"59","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBigBlue-Charger-Digital-Waterproof-Foldable\u002Fdp\u002FB071G4CQSR\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBigBlue-Charger-Digital-Waterproof-Foldable\u002Fdp\u002FB071G4CQSR\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FBigBlue-28W-Solar-Panels-Charger-with-Digital-Ammeter-Dual-USB-Port-5V-4A-Overall-Solar-Charger-for-Cell-Phone-Hiking-Camping-Emergency-Outdoors%2F848589199%3F&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"60","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FBigBlue-28W-Solar-Panels-Charger-with-Digital-Ammeter-Dual-USB-Port-5V-4A-Overall-Solar-Charger-for-Cell-Phone-Hiking-Camping-Emergency-Outdoors\u002F848589199?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FBigBlue-28W-Solar-Panels-Charger-with-Digital-Ammeter-Dual-USB-Port-5V-4A-Overall-Solar-Charger-for-Cell-Phone-Hiking-Camping-Emergency-Outdoors%2F848589199%3F&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Modest price ~ Impervious to clouds ~ Durable ~ Optional Digital Ammeter\" data-dislike=\"~ Bulky\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ddfc2a70-05c6-4120-922e-7179568adfdd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERyno Tuff 21W T\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eech specs:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWatts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 21W |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAuto reset\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPorts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 2 x USB-A |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAmps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 2.4 each (5V\u002F3A max) |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 16.6 ounces |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ESize\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 5.9 x 11.8 x 0.79 inch&nbsp; (folded)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyno Tuff is the 'little powerhouse that can' on this list. It punches above its weight when it comes to charging speed. Testers say that Ryno Tuff's 3 panels deliver consistent output quickly in bright sunlight.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt can charge your phone up to 33% in just 30 minutes via the two USB ports. Plus, The Ryno Tuff can even charge two phones at once, which most panels can't successfully do.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe supercharger's only Achilles' heel? It begins to stutter when clouds roll overhead, unlike shade-tolerant chargers like BigBlue. But these are mere trifles when you consider its raw speed and rugged build.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlus, this solar charger has an ultra-compact and light physique at 16.6 ounces, and an attractive price of $63. 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How many people are you going into the wild with, and for how long? What kind of devices do you need to charge? If you're looking to fire up your headlamp, lanterns, and phone, that's an important consideration. Will you be in a low-light zone or a sunny area? How much weight can you reasonably haul? From fast charging and shade-averse dynamos to heavy but ever-dependable panels, there's an excellent solar charger for everyone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this portable solar charger…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESunJack\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best overall option that recognizes your device and adjusts currents for maximum charging speed. It also has a weatherproof body and a 12-month warranty.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBigBlue 28W\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe most reliable solar charger that's impervious to clouds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyno Tuff 21W\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA fast, lightweight powerhouse that can charge your phone up to 33% in 30 minutes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EX-Dragon&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA versatile solar charger that adapts its current to maximize charging speeds.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECheotech 21W\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA timeless, effective solar charger that adapts well to cloud coverage and features a compact size.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which are the best portable solar chargers for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI scoured the landscape looking for solar chargers that met the following criteria: They had to be above 15W (anything less and charging becomes too anemic) and less than 30W (above which the panels get too large and unwieldy for a camping or backpacking trip).&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey also had to excel in charging on sunny days as a minimum requirement. Chargers also had to be rugged, portable, and available at an affordable price point. They also had to be highly regarded by reputed gear testers and consumers alike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also considered pricing, offering models that ranged in price from $35 to almost $80. In turn, the solar chargers I chose deliver superior value.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose the best solar charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe bigger the charger, the more solar panel surface area that can pump out power. However, the type of trip you undertake will automatically limit the size of the panel you can carry.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor camping and trekking, anything above 28W may be too big to schlep around. Anything less than 15W could get you in trouble -- smaller panels have more trouble charging, especially in dodgy weather.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlus, many devices won't charge at all with a weak power source. If you'll mostly experience sunny weather on your outings, look for one that is powerful, lightweight, and compact. If you want a solar charger that is reliable in different weather conditions, look for an option with large panels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-camping-gear\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EThe best camping gear and tools\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How big a charger do I need?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI recommend you avoid a solar charger that includes a built-in battery pack. They have often integrated units, and if something goes wrong with the battery pack, your charger could be rendered useless.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA better idea is to purchase a separate external battery pack that you can charge during the day and then use to power your other devices at night. Look for a battery that has a solid weight-to-storage ratio.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd make sure that it has the ports your devices require before you buy it. Otherwise, you'll likely have to buy an adapter to use it.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Should I consider a solar panel charger with in-built battery packs?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are a few but they may not satisfy some of the criteria required for this list. 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She has years of reporting experience on a wide variety of tech-related topics and breaking news at various outlets like Digital Trends and Lifewire. Her work has been published on ABC News, Good Morning America, and Yahoo Finance. She is a graduate of Southern Illinois University where she majored in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"246d3c60-2a57-4597-ae75-164da3703834\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Samsung\" data-image-alt-text=\"A Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra phone next to glass and recycled products\" data-image-filename=\"samsung-sustainabilty.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F01\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDuring the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-samsung-announced-at-unpacked-2023\u002F\"\u003E2023 Samsung Unpacked\u003C\u002Fa\u003E event on Wednesday, Samsung announced new sustainability efforts in the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, saying the models were the company's \"most sustainable phones yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"4a617d02-c476-42d4-9ee0-6e028c8f3d80\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F4a617d02-c476-42d4-9ee0-6e028c8f3d80\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe company said the new Samsung Galaxy S23 phones are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ul.com\u002Fresources\u002Fecologo-certification-program\"\u003EUL ECOLOGO certified\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This certification indicates a product has a reduced environmental impact based on environmental performance criteria throughout its life cycle, including energy reduction, materials, health, environment, manufacturing, and operations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMore specifically, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9c1561b7-aab6-4b92-bb16-7ba4d5a843c4\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fsmartphones\u002Fgalaxy-s23-ultra\u002Fbuy\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is made up of 12 internal and external components of recycled material, compared to the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9964c02c-1579-402f-b625-a8d0eec6ad91\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Brightest-Processor\u002Fdp\u002FB09MW19JW2\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Galaxy S22 Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which was made of six. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll Galaxy S23 series phones are made of a wider variety of recycled materials than previous generations, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass and post-consumer recycled plastics sourced from discarded fishing nets, PET bottles, and water barrels. 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In comparison, most \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.androidauthority.com\u002Fphone-update-policies-1658633\u002F\"\u003EAndroid phones average about three years of updates\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and about two years of security patches. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's all part of Samsung's ambitious \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fsamsung-galaxy-for-the-planet-samsung-sustainability-mobile\u002F\"\u003EGalaxy for the Planet\u003C\u002Fa\u003E vision, first announced during 2021's Unpacked event. Samsung has a net zero commitment for climate impacts by 2050 for all operations and net zero by 2030 for all equipment businesses (i.e., home appliances, mobile phones, consumer electronics, etc.). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung's Head of North America Corporate Sustainability, Mark Newton, previously told ZDNET that the company is working toward prioritizing a circular economy when it comes to its sustainability approach. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Getting these [recycled] materials into our products is great. But having these materials available as commodities and feedstock to other industries is also great,\" Newton said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"But thinking about it much more broadly without the guardrails and considering how your waste materials can be a feedstock to another sector is a really important way that tech companies like Samsung can help towards a more sustainable future.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"314ce0de-8ce0-4621-9d50-6947137e9133\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F314ce0de-8ce0-4621-9d50-6947137e9133\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-01 20:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Samsung's new Galaxy S23 series are made of more recycled materials than ever before.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"8e19b2f8-e1c6-4324-9955-ef49e751f7ff",image:{id:"246d3c60-2a57-4597-ae75-164da3703834",filename:"samsung-sustainabilty.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-01 19:37:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"A Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra phone next to glass and recycled products",credits:"Samsung",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F01\u002F246d3c60-2a57-4597-ae75-164da3703834\u002Fsamsung-sustainabilty.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Smartphones",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The Galaxy S23 is Samsung's most sustainable phone yet",section:b,slug:"samsung-galaxy-s23-sustainable-ecofriendly-recycled-material",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The Galaxy S23 is Samsung's most sustainable phone yet",topic:{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1136d09c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"samsung",name:"Samsung",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f2d97ea2-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Adrian",lastName:"Kingsley-Hughes",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2",filename:"adrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:59:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is an internationally published technology author who has devoted over two decades to helping users get the most from technology -- whether that be by learning to program, building a PC from a pile of parts, or helping them get the most from their new MP3 player or digital camera. Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EApple sells a lot of \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9c62b69d-5b33-4a95-89a5-f3b311ef8b55\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fiphone-13-pro\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhones\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. Estimates suggest that it sold a whopping 85 million during the final quarter of 2021. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c9ad1a68-b607-4542-bed3-3c2889a26442\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc9ad1a68-b607-4542-bed3-3c2889a26442\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a lot of \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"da2cfa91-d67f-4c0e-812b-a71384693a2d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fiphone-13\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhones\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd Apple's been selling a lot of iPhones for quite some time now.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPulling some \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.statista.com\u002Fstatistics\u002F299153\u002Fapple-smartphone-shipments-worldwide\u002F\"\u003Eestimates\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for the numbers of iPhones sold -- Apple doesn't disclose unit sales anymore -- we can safely assume that over the course of the last five years, Apple has sold over a billion iPhones, give or take a few tens of millions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELet that sink in.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA billion.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd sales are on an upward trajectory, increasing yearly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat can we safely say about that pile of one billion iPhones sold over the past five years?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's a safe bet that pretty much all of them are going to be dead in under ten years. Probably less than that, closer to six years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest green phone: Sustainable and eco-friendly phones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means that over the next few years, a billion iPhones are going to need to be dealt with. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EProcessed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBroken down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERecycled.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe remaining waste disposed of properly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd this billion will be followed by another billion, and another billion.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere's no sign of the iPhone juggernaut slowing down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple spends a lot of time \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-should-stop-using-the-environment-as-a-sales-tactic-and-start-caring-for-the-planet\u002F\"\u003Etalking about its green credentials\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Not an event goes by where Apple doesn't talk about how much it loves Mother Nature and cares for the environment, but I'd like some solid information about how Apple plans to deal with this massive pile of rotting iPhones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBecause it's not going to be cheap, and while the Apple of today can greenwash all it wants, there needs to be a roadmap -- and perhaps ring-fenced cash -- to deal with this monumental mountain of an issue down the line.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd a billion iPhones is a massive pile. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA billion of most things is big. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf each iPhone was the size and weight of a grain of rice, you're looking at a pile measuring 30 m3 and weighing close to 25 tons.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA billion iPhones weigh about 200,000 tons.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's the equivalent of two Nimitz-class aircraft carriers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E200,000 tons of electronic devices densely packed with batteries and electronics and precious minerals and glass and metal.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStuff that needs to be handled, processed, recycled, and whatever remains disposed of properly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmost-eco-friendly-smartphone-apple-vs-samsung-in-the-race-against-e-waste\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMost eco-friendly smartphone? Apple vs Samsung in the race against e-waste\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd it's not just the end of the life of the device that needs to be taken into consideration. Mining the materials, manufacturing, distribution, and everything else associated with it also takes has an impact. There's a lot that goes into the making of your favorite electronic gizmo that goes beyond disposing of it responsibly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe've not begun to tackle e-waste in any sensible way whatsoever. We're starting to, but the scale of the problem and how that problem is going to continue growing year on year isn't being addressed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEvery tech gadget you buy today is subsidized. That subsidy is the overlooking of the environmental and recycling costs that will have to be paid for in the future. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe're not paying this subsidy in the here and now, but rest assured that it's a score that will have to be settled at some point in the future. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs one of the companies that are benefitting the most from selling e-gadgets, Apple needs to be spearheading greater responsibility in the tech industry. This is not to say that Apple isn't doing a lot of good. It is eliminating hazardous materials, using renewable energy, making devices easier to recycle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"6ddec120-30fa-42e6-9f57-f5329f3f3dae\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"ZDNet Recommends: iPhone 13 Pro Max -- 1TB storage\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"iphone-13-pro-max.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Apple","imageData":{"id":"02460252-d42d-4f2f-88b6-1ee169a942b7","filename":"iphone-13-pro.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fhub\u002Fi\u002F2021\u002F12\u002F22\u002F02460252-d42d-4f2f-88b6-1ee169a942b7\u002Fiphone-13-pro.png","dateCreated":{"date":"2021-12-22 21:00:18","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"02460252-d42d-4f2f-88b6-1ee169a942b7","imageFilename":"iphone-13-pro.png","imageDateCreated":"2021\u002F12\u002F22"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Apple\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-13-pro\u002F6.7-inch-display-1tb-graphite-t-mobile\" data-offerprice=\"1599\" data-offermerchant=\"Apple\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut it could do more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple could also do more to keep devices running and working for longer. In fact, making devices that last longer could be the single most important action Apple could take to reducing e-waste. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple is banking some monumental cashflows thanks to the iPhone. Some of that cash absolutely needs to be going towards making sure we're not sacrificing tomorrow to have cool gadgets today.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple has become good at making iPhones. It now needs to become good at unmaking them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"3be818df-27e4-42c7-813f-c703e2d38814\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F3be818df-27e4-42c7-813f-c703e2d38814\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-02-17 16:30:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Every tech gadget you buy today is subsidized. 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She has years of reporting experience on a wide variety of tech-related topics and breaking news at various outlets like Digital Trends and Lifewire. Her work has been published on ABC News, Good Morning America, and Yahoo Finance. She is a graduate of Southern Illinois University where she majored in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EYour office space should be a comfortable, organized sanctuary. Whether you work from home or in an office, having a desk plant can bring you joy during long days.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EResearch shows that having plants around the home and office significantly \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fellisonchair.tamu.edu\u002Fhealth-and-well-being-benefits-of-plants\u002F#:~:text=Flowers%20Generate%20Happiness.,people%20feel%20secure%20and%20relaxed.\"\u003Eimproves people's moods and reduces the likelihood of stress-related depression\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. You don't need a green thumb to keep a plant alive, because many indoor plants are low-maintenance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe've rounded up the best indoor plants for your office, whether you need one that's easy to water, non-toxic to pets, or bright enough to boost your mood during lulls in the work day. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4202b8ed-53f9-4627-b6d8-61280ddb96d9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPurifies air\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIncreases humidity&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EComes pre-potted\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBotanically known as&nbsp;\u003Cem\u003EEpipremnum aureum, \u003C\u002Fem\u003Ea pothos plant is a great, low-maintenance indoor plant option. It grows best in medium-high light spots but can also adapt to low light if your office space isn't very sunny.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can benefit from having a pothos plant because it functions as an air purifier that increases humidity levels in your home. Having one on hand during dry winter months can make your workspace more comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBe sure to watch out for yellowing leaves, an indication the plant's environmental conditions are not ideal. Pothos plants prefer moist (not wet or saturated) soil, so add water when you notice it's dry.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Pothos plant\" data-superlative=\"Best indoor plant for purifying air\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"pothos.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Home Depot","imageData":{"id":"5ca54778-18a2-440a-8154-912f2d95b098","title":"pothos","filename":"pothos.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002F5ca54778-18a2-440a-8154-912f2d95b098\u002Fpothos.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":89080,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 14:18:53","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-09-12 14:19:00","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"ZDNet","alt":"pothos","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"5ca54778-18a2-440a-8154-912f2d95b098","imageAltText":"pothos.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Home Depot","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"pothos.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Home Depot\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FCosta-Farms-6-in-Pothos-in-Scheurich-Vanilla-Cream-CO-PO60-3-SCH%2F313597333&subId1=[subid_value]","offerMerchant":"Home Depot","offerPrice":"41","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FCosta-Farms-6-in-Pothos-in-Scheurich-Vanilla-Cream-CO-PO60-3-SCH\u002F313597333","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FCosta-Farms-6-in-Pothos-in-Scheurich-Vanilla-Cream-CO-PO60-3-SCH%2F313597333&subId1=[subid_value]"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Flowes.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F897039\u002F12374?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lowes.com%2Fpd%2FNeon-Pothos-Plant-in-6in-Grower-Pot%2F5001805381&subId1=[subid_value]","offerMerchant":"Lowe's","offerPrice":"22","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lowes.com\u002Fpd\u002FNeon-Pothos-Plant-in-6in-Grower-Pot\u002F5001805381","url":"https:\u002F\u002Flowes.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F897039\u002F12374?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lowes.com%2Fpd%2FNeon-Pothos-Plant-in-6in-Grower-Pot%2F5001805381&subId1=[subid_value]"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FPlants-Trailing-Houseplants-Houseplant-Pets\u002Fdp\u002FB09Y16XZG6\u002Fref=sr_1_3?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"13","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FPlants-Trailing-Houseplants-Houseplant-Pets\u002Fdp\u002FB09Y16XZG6\u002Fref=sr_1_3","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FPlants-Trailing-Houseplants-Houseplant-Pets\u002Fdp\u002FB09Y16XZG6\u002Fref=sr_1_3?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Comes pre-potted ~ Tolerates a missed watering ~ Different leaf varieties\" data-dislike=\"Prone to root rot ~ Mildly toxic to pets\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ad56bb90-3197-4e0b-a06f-d0a85450aacb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDrought-tolerant\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThrives in many light conditions\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EReleases oxygen&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother great air-purifying plant for your desk is a snake plant, also known as&nbsp;\u003Cem\u003ESansevieria trifasciata\u003C\u002Fem\u003E, or Mother-in-Law's Tongue. The snake plant requires little maintenance since it is drought-tolerant. Plus, it thrives in a wide range of light conditions, so it can grow whether your office is dark or sunny.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust be sure to keep this indoor plant in the temperature range of 55-80 degrees Fahrenheit so it can properly grow. Since the snake plant is a desert plant, only water it when the soil is 100% dry.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd, a bonus: snake plants perform a different type of photosynthesis at night to release more oxygen. 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In \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fbloomscape.com\u002Fgreen-living\u002Fmoney-tree-plant-symbolism-benefits\u002F"\u003EFeng Shui practices\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, money trees are thought to bring money and good fortune. What better plant to have on your work desk?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMoney trees are extremely easy to water, making them the perfect indoor plant for those lacking a green thumb. Once a week, just put two ice cubes (or three tablespoons of water) on the soil, and the plant should thrive. Money trees prefer bright, indirect light, but they can adapt to low and fluorescent light. 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For example, if your desk is next to a window, you can opt for plants that prefer sunlight. However, if you work in a room without windows or where there isn't much natural light, it's best to choose a plant that can thrive in low-light conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso, pay attention to the maintenance requirements for each plant. While plants on this list are all relatively low-maintenance, you still have to look for indications about their health. If you run into any problems with your plant, try watering less, changing the plant's location, or adding fertilizer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this indoor plant…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want or are…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPothos\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest for purifying air&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESnake Plant\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest for any light condition\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMoney Tree\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest for easy watering&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAloe Vera\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest medicinal&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESucculents\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest low-maintenance&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which indoor plant is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"53edc4fd-21d1-4e27-8337-09f4e1d4e426\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe chose these plants based on our own experience growing them and how easy they are to care for. Of course, indoor plants shouldn't be a full-time job -- you have your career for that -- so we chose relatively low-maintenance plants that thrive in a variety of conditions to fit any office space.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these indoor plants?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a5768d98-af7b-4c06-b56b-1ee1deef0c0f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn this list, the pothos, snake plant, and aloe vera are toxic to animals. While most succulents are safe for pets, a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fsucculentplantcare.com\u002F8-succulent-plants-toxic-to-pets\u002F"\u003Efew succulent types can pose problems\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;for your furry friends if ingested.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor a complete list of toxic plants to pets, you can check out this handy list from the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aspca.org\u002Fpet-care\u002Fanimal-poison-control\u002Ftoxic-and-non-toxic-plants"\u003EAmerican Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What indoor plants are toxic to animals?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8099832f-f031-4414-a361-05c6382b508a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EStores like Home Depot, Lowe's, and Walmart have gardening sections where you can purchase plants. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. 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It also has a great range of gas and dual-fuel grills for backyard barbecuers and pitmasters who don't want to deal with the mess and hassle of charcoal and lighter fluid. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-id-get-my-mom-for-mothers-day\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEverything I'd get my mom for Mother's Day\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd for the grilling aficionado who doesn't want to deal with either, Weber has introduced its new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6c8ddfdb-6df9-45af-bbf5-e0a086c7f78d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FWeber-Lumin-Outdoor-Electric-Barbecue\u002Fdp\u002FB0BNNXKH3X?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lumin electric grill\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe electric grill gives your food that charred, smoky, and grilled flavor we all know and love rather than tasting like it has been pan-fried or steamed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Weber Lumin Compact\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill on a table. 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The Lumin uses a traditional, open grill grate which allows cooking juices and fat to drip down onto the heating element and lower portion of the grill itself. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"fd9d076a-d0f8-441f-b628-40a3ab56933c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAt full capacity, the grill can fit a good two to three portions of food.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of two chicken breasts and a foil packet of broccoli being cooked on a Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the fat and drippings hit the element or heated metal, they will vaporize and smoke, giving your meat, fish, and vegetables that distinctive charred, smoky flavor that comes with gas or charcoal grilling. The Lumen also comes with a stainless steel steamer basket that can be used to hold soaked woodchips for smoking ribs and brisket, water for steaming vegetables or thawing meat to grill, or water to use the grill as a chafing dish to keep prepared food at safe temperatures while you finish cooking.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhome-entertainment\u002Fbest-outdoor-tv\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest outdoor TVs you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was a little skeptical of just how well the Weber Lumin could mimic the taste of a gas grill, so I cooked two identical meals: chicken breasts marinated in buttermilk and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fholaisland\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHola Island Provisions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Jamaican marinade, broccoli, and tabbouleh. I cooked two chicken breasts and about half a pound of broccoli on both the Lumin and my inherited, mystery-brand gas grill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPre-heating both grills took about the same amount of time; ten to fifteen minutes, give or take, which didn't surprise me. And cook times were very similar as well, which was surprising. I was fully expecting the gas grill to take a bit longer to cook at least the chicken since it allowed more airflow. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"759ac6b9-1b0c-4094-a9bb-3b20c6816247\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA temperature control knob on the side of the Lumen grill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill temperature controls.\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is a virtually-closed unit, with just a small opening at the very bottom of the grill to allow excess cooking juices and fats to drip down into the dedicated waste tray. This doesn't allow a lot of airflow, and the double-walled design of the lid and grill body mean that the Lumin also holds a lot more heat for a lot longer. However, both grills took about 20 minutes to properly cook both the chicken breasts and broccoli packets. Which was good because, by this point, I was getting exceptionally hungry and tired of babysitting two grills.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2181662-44d6-402b-9893-c5b110c3d9ed\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA waste tray to catch all the excess juice and drippings.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the drip pan of the Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I made up plates for comparison shots, I thought the Weber Lumin did a great job putting char and color on the meat and vegetables. But looks can be deceiving, so I saved my judgment for what we've all been waiting for: the taste test.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I tell you that if I hadn't cooked everything myself, I wouldn't have been able to tell which was which.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI honestly wasn't expecting the electric grill version to have much flavor at all besides what seasonings I had used on the chicken and vegetables. But the smoked and vaporized fat and cooking juices from the chicken were able to impart that distinctive grilled flavor we all want. It wasn't as strong or as nuanced as it would have been if I had grilled over wood or charcoal, but compared to propane, the plates were nearly identical in flavor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6a234c7f-4c9c-4e20-9c5f-9b5ab152e38d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA comparison between what's cooked by the Lumen grill (left) and my mystery gas grill (right).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Two plates with identical meals of grilled chicken and broccoli with tabbouleh. One is labeled "electric" and the other is labeled "propane"\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only real complaint I have about the Lumin is that neither the full-sized nor compact version come packaged with a stand or legs. By default, they are meant to be set on a table, which is great for apartments and condos with outdoor space so limited they can't fit both a grill and prep table. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Ftovala-smart-oven-can-this-souped-up-smart-toaster-replace-both-our-microwave-and-oven\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECan this souped-up toaster replace your microwave and oven? \u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut if you do have the space, I highly recommend buying the leg base -- not only to save you the panic of trying to find a way to arrange your outdoor space so the plug will reach but also so you can get a proper cover for your grill to protect it from the elements while not in use. And though Weber says the grill is safe to leave outside in the rain, I would also recommend bringing it inside your garage or tool shed if you're going to get more than a light mist or sprinkles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is available in two sizes, with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"c0609b9d-65c6-44f2-8e39-9919aac0feb8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002F92300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E selling for $519 and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"53df79d7-db98-46d3-a2b4-11a42064f2b8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-compact-electric-grills\u002F91300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E retailing for $459. They both also come in five different colors (black, dark blue, yellow, green, and light blue) so you can match them with your other outdoor cooking equipment or show off your personal style. And if you want to buy the leg bases, they retail for $149 and $179 for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f403743d-d190-440b-be81-d175881717b0\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-compact-electric-grill\u002F6618.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1045b642-f399-444f-9292-7c4a00acbdb2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-electric-grill\u002F6619.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E versions, respectively.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-05-27 23:22:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Weber's Lumin compact electric grill ditches the propane and gas while still delivering big flavor you expect from grilling meats and veggies. 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If you want a waterproof case that celebrities use, the Puffer Case is a no-brainer. Those who want an affordable, hand-painted case that supports sustainability efforts should choose A Good Company's iPhone case.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this iPhone case…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOtterBox Symmetry Series+\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA slim, dependable case. The hard shell of this case is made up of more than 50% recycled plastic.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAtom Studios Split Wood Fibre Case\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA cool combination of wood and aluminum. This Atom Studios case has 10-foot drop protection.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA Good Company Mobile Case\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA "farm to case" compostable case. A Good Company manufactures its cases through solar and hydropower and recycles 100% of the water they use.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWave Case\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAffordable, eco-friendly protection. This ultra-thin case is made of wheat straw and is biodegradable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERe\u002FCasetify Ultra Impact Case\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA protective case with artwork options. The case has 11.5-foot drop protection and is made of upcycled phone cases.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUrban Sophistication The Puffer Case\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECelebrity-approved, waterproof luxury. This trendy case manages to be slim and stylish.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZagg Brooklyn Snap\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA vegan leather antimicrobial case with 13-foot drop protection. Zagg plants a tree with every purchase of this MagSafe-compatible case.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right iPhone case for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"280b4abe-1ff6-479d-8ac4-67c69fc92667\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe considered various factors when analyzing the best iPhone cases on the market. The most important factors are sustainability, durability, affordability, and aesthetic.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEach case on this list also has a different texture. You would notice a material difference between A Good Company's linseed case and the wheat-based Wave Case. Prices points also vary, especially between the Wave Case and the Zagg Brooklyn Snap -- but the premium vegan leather of the Zagg might be worth the higher cost for you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these phone cases?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe iPhone 14 Pro Max is larger than the iPhone 14 Pro. Here are the exact measurements:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EiPhone 14 Pro:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;5.81 x 2.81 x 0.31 inches\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EiPhone 14 Pro Max:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp; 6.33 x 3.05 x 0.31 inches\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How big is an iPhone 14 Pro? How big is an iPhone 14 Pro Max?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAccording to \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fiphone-14-pro-packs-a-lot-more-innovation-for-the-same-price-as-last-year\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EZDNET experts\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the iPhone 14 Pro packs a lot more innovation for the same price as last year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you really want the new A16 Bionic processor, the Dynamic Island feature, a 48MP main camera, and a Telephoto camera, you'll want the iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max. The iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 6.7-inch display, which is larger than the Pro's 6.1-inch display size.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fiphone-14-pro-vs-iphone-13-pro\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EiPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: Is the newest iPhone worth the upgrade?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is it worth upgrading to the iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBased on video playback, the iPhone 14 Pro has a battery life of up to 23 hours while the iPhone 14 Pro Max reaches up to 29 hours.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long does the iPhone 14 Pro battery last?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"32024c0e-7557-470f-80fe-cb796334ee11\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYes, there are many iPhone cases on the market. 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She has years of reporting experience on a wide variety of tech-related topics and breaking news at various outlets like Digital Trends and Lifewire. Her work has been published on ABC News, Good Morning America, and Yahoo Finance. She is a graduate of Southern Illinois University where she majored in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ESustainability has become a huge factor for many consumers, and people are looking for more eco-friendly options. While you might not think of tech as good for the environment, many tech companies -- and smartphones -- are going green. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe tech industry is responsible for tons of electronic waste and 2% to 3% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions, but companies are starting to take note. Many smartphone brands are making a more conscious effort by changing how they produce, ship, and package devices. There are still not a ton of sustainable phone options on the market, but you might be surprised at what models made the list. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome of the most popular phones on the market today, like the iPhone 14 Pro and even the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-best-new-galaxy-s23-features-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erecently announced Samsung Galaxy S23 series\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are eco-friendly phones made from recycled materials. However, there are other smartphone models as well. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're looking to lower your overall carbon footprint or become a smarter consumer, we've rounded up the best environmentally conscious, eco-friendly, and sustainable smartphones to help you choose which one is right for you to go green. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-green-phone-case\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe 5 best green phone cases: Sustainable and eco-friendly brands\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fe8b8c08-7a5a-477a-a236-cd9a4b7a1894\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;65kg carbon footprint | 100% of recycled rare earth elements | uses 54% less energy&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple has been instituting more and more green initiatives into every new iPhone release, and the iPhone 14 Pro is the "greenest" model yet. According to Apple's \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fenvironment\u002Fpdf\u002Fproducts\u002Fiphone\u002FiPhone_14_Pro_PER_Sept2022.pdf"\u003EProduct Environmental Report\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the iPhone 14 Pro is made with 100% recycled gold in the wire of all its cameras, and 100% of recycled rare earth elements in all its magnets.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, Apple said it uses e 35% or more recycled plastic in 15 components in the iPhone 14 Pro.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEnergy use is another huge factor in making the iPhone 14 Pro a great eco-conscious pick. Apple said it uses 54% less energy consumed than the requirements for battery charger systems. It also had a 65kg carbon footprint throughout its entire life cycle (from production to recycling), nearly 6% less than the iPhone 13 Pro.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERead the review:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fiphone-14-pro-packs-a-lot-more-innovation-for-the-same-price-as-last-year\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EiPhone 14 Pro packs a lot more innovation for the same price as last year\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe iPhone 14 Pro's packaging is sustainable as well, and 95% of the packaging is fiber-based, with 100% of the fiber coming from recycled and responsible sources.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"iPhone 14 Pro\" data-superlative=\"Best green phone overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"iPhone 14 Pro in Apple Store","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"ZDNET","imageData":{"id":"f9831b29-fe09-4aaa-9cd0-c0c90560fc80","title":"iPhone 14 Pro","filename":"iphone-14-pro.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F24\u002Ff9831b29-fe09-4aaa-9cd0-c0c90560fc80\u002Fiphone-14-pro.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":350395,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-24 19:18:09","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-11-22 19:17:03","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"iPhone 14 Pro in Apple Store","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"f9831b29-fe09-4aaa-9cd0-c0c90560fc80","imageAltText":"iPhone 14 Pro in Apple Store","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"ZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"iphone-14-pro.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F24","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"ZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fapple.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F435031\u002F7613?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-14-pro&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Apple","offerPrice":"999","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-14-pro","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fapple.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F435031\u002F7613?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-iphone%2Fiphone-14-pro&subId1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fapple-iphone-14-pro%2F-%2FA-87577444&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Target","offerPrice":"999","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.target.com\u002Fp\u002Fapple-iphone-14-pro\u002F-\u002FA-87577444","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fapple-iphone-14-pro%2F-%2FA-87577444&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dpbolvw.net\u002Fclick-9041660-15430165-1671657020000?sid=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Verizon","offerPrice":"999","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.verizon.com\u002Fsmartphones\u002Fapple-iphone-14-pro\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dpbolvw.net\u002Fclick-9041660-15430165-1671657020000?sid=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Apple Trade-In can give it a new life cycle once you need a new phone in a few years~Responsible packaging~Apple is committed to transitioning its entire manufacturing supply chain to 100% renewable electricity by 2030\" data-dislike=\"Expensive at $999 - $1499~A fairly heavy device at 7.27oz (206g)\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3609f20a-8ecb-4ee2-94f4-78d99cd52faf\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 20% recycled ocean-bound plastic | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor | 128GB-1TB of storage&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Samsung Galaxy S22 series not only has excellent specs, like a dynamic AMOLED 2x display, but the three phones in the lineup (Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra) are also dubbed Samsung's most eco-conscious devices ever. First off, they contains 20% recycled ocean-bound plastic, all from discarded fishing nets. They also incorporates post-consumer recycled material in the speaker module and the inner parts of the volume and power keys.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERead the review:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgalaxy-s22-plus-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EGalaxy S22 Plus review: This is the Galaxy you're looking for\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe packaging is sustainable, too. Samsung says it uses 100% recycled paper for the Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup's packaging, including a protective film made from recycled plastic. 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Apple vs Samsung in the race against e-waste\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"46bbc153-669a-4b74-bed3-bd4c6a334c39\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EB Corp certified | GD+ Display |&nbsp;128GB, 6GB RAM or 256GB, 8GB RAM\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile it's not a name-brand phone you may be familiar with, Fairphone was made to be the company's most sustainable option since it was founded in 2013. Fairphone is Blue Angel certified for sustainability and is B Corp certified for using business to address social and environmental issues.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe fourth generation of the Fairphone (Fairphone 4) still has all the things you've come to know and love about smartphones -- like a full GD+ display, dual cameras with an ultra-wide lens, and 5G speeds -- while being built with sustainability in mind. The Fairphone 4 is made from aluminum from Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) certified vendors with a 100% recycled plastic back cover. And, for every phone Fairphone sells, the company recycles an equal amount of electronic waste.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of the only downsides to the Fairphone 4 is its availability: It's currently only available in Europe, but the company said it is hoping to possibly expand to the US.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Fairphone 4\" data-superlative=\"Best certified sustainable green phone\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Person holding out a phone on an outdoor trail","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Fairphone","imageData":{"id":"540c7ce9-f983-414c-84ad-ac1657d2c24f","title":"green-phone-1","filename":"green-phone-1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F20\u002F540c7ce9-f983-414c-84ad-ac1657d2c24f\u002Fgreen-phone-1.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":174380,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-01-20 14:56:41","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-01-20 14:57:07","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Fairphone","alt":"Person holding out a phone on an outdoor trail","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["fairphone"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"540c7ce9-f983-414c-84ad-ac1657d2c24f","imageAltText":"Person holding out a phone on an outdoor trail","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Fairphone","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"green-phone-1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F01\u002F20","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Fairphone\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Fairphone","offerPrice":"579","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002Fbuy-fairphone-4","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Five-year warranty, so your phone lasts beyond the average two-three years~Has 5G~Sells repair modules so you can fix the phone yourself\" data-dislike=\"It doesn't ship to the US -- only available in Europe~It runs on Android 9\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"9170c14b-b5f1-44bf-8e13-67e19af2210c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 25% recycled polycarbonate | 6.1-inch HD+ display | Replaceable battery\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother lesser-known brand in the smartphone market is Teracube, but the company is doing great things regarding sustainability. For every device sold, Teracube will plant a tree through a partnership with the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fonetreeplanted.org\u002F"\u003EOne Tree Planted\u003C\u002Fa\u003E organization.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;The company's latest model, the Teracube 2E, is made with 25% recycled polycarbonate, has 50% less packaging than other smartphone models, and comes with a biodegradable phone case. 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Motorola said its \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.motorola.com\u002Fus\u002Fabout\u002Fcorporate-responsibility-product-design"\u003Eentire mobile device product range\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;currently is free from PVC (a synthetic polymer of plastic) and BFR (mixtures of man-made chemicals). The batteries in its phone don't have mercury or cadmium in them. In addition, the company uses 100% recycled pulp content to replace plastic parts in its packaging.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince all of Motorola's phones have made this eco-conscious shift, you could choose any Motorola model, but the Motorola Edge is arguably the most impressive smartphone in the lineup. It's a solid smartphone option with specs like a 144Hz display, three cameras (including one with a 108MP high-resolution sensor), and up to 256GB of built-in storage. Plus, the Motorola Edge promises two days of power on a single charge, extending the time between charging.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERead the review:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmoto-edge-plus-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMotorola Edge Plus review: Mid-range experience for flagship price\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Motorola Edge\" data-superlative=\"Best battery life in a green phone\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A phone on a wireless charging with a charging indication of 100% against a deep blue and purple background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Motorola","imageData":{"id":"a9666fb3-89b4-49f2-ad3e-65dc7871702e","title":"green-phone-4","filename":"green-phone-4.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F20\u002Fa9666fb3-89b4-49f2-ad3e-65dc7871702e\u002Fgreen-phone-4.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":84535,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-01-20 14:57:59","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-01-20 14:58:30","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Motorola","alt":"A phone on a wireless charging with a charging indication of 100% against a deep blue and purple background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["motorola edge"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"a9666fb3-89b4-49f2-ad3e-65dc7871702e","imageAltText":"A phone on a wireless charging with a charging indication of 100% against a deep blue and purple background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Motorola","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"green-phone-4.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F01\u002F20","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Motorola\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fwww.motorola.com\u002Fus\u002Fsmartphones-motorola-edge-gen-2\u002Fp?skuId=631","offerMerchant":"Motorola","offerPrice":"350","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.motorola.com\u002Fus\u002Fsmartphones-motorola-edge-gen-2\u002Fp?skuId=631","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fwww.motorola.com\u002Fus\u002Fsmartphones-motorola-edge-gen-2\u002Fp?skuId=631"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Water repellent~Efficient battery charging\" data-dislike=\"Camera quality doesn't compare to competitors like Samsung or iPhone~No wireless charging~Disappointing software upgrade policy -- phone only comes with Android 11\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"9813502d-5f3c-490a-ae43-2ddd1f2b5f63\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe iPhone 14 Pro is our top eco-friendly phone. We considered many specs, including eco-friendly packaging, energy consumption, incorporation of recycled materials, price, warranty, software system, camera quality, battery life and more, to find the best green phone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPhone \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPrice \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStorage \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E% of Recycled Materials \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EiPhone 14 Pro \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$999 - $1499\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E128GB-1TB \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E100% of recycled rare earth elements\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung Galaxy S 22 Series \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$799.99 - $1299.99 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E128GB-1TB of storage \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20% recycled ocean-bound plastic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone 4 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E€579 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E128GB, 6GB RAM or 256GB, 8GB RAM \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E100% recycled plastic back cover \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETeracube 2E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E64GB \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E25% recycled polycarbonate \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMotorola Edge \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$449.99 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 256GB \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree from PVC and BFR \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best green phone?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"288f7b6e-74ef-40d8-a344-bca43d0df628\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're loyal to a smartphone brand, the Apple and Samsung phones on this list are great options that don't require you to give up the smartphone experience you are used to. The Fairphone 4 is an excellent eco-conscious option with 5G speeds if you live in Europe.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd, if you want a cheaper phone that will last at least five years, the Teracube 2E is a great option that's already covered by major mobile carriers.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChoose this green phone... \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want... \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EiPhone 14 Pro \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best overall option \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung Galaxy S 22 Series \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA green phone with an exceptional camera&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone 4 \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA phone that is certified sustainable \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETeracube 2E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA green phone that lasts longer than the average two- to three-year lifespan \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMotorola Edge \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA green phone that has up to two-days of battery life on a full charge \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which eco-friendly phone is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8fd36a18-d6e7-4567-9612-855a2fea5f15\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe looked at the usual name-brand smartphones as well as the not-so-conventional brands to add to this list. We read through and fact-checked climate pledges and claims companies have made. Other criteria we considered when choosing the smartphones on this list were what the devices were made of and their overall energy usage\u002Fcarbon footprint when compared to the average smartphone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these eco-friendly phones?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2d6b774f-4121-408f-8ad1-73b0b7cc11e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ESome of the eco-friendly aspects of a phone include recycled parts and packaging, how long a device lasts (so you don't have to keep getting a new one every few years and contribute to the e-waste problem), a company's carbon footprint from the phone's production to its shipping processes, and its energy usage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What makes a phone eco-friendly?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5c77990f-3715-45da-a97d-513e72481e86\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAn eco-friendly phone will help reduce environmental waste (e-waste). According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dosomething.org\u002Fus\u002Ffacts\u002F11-facts-about-e-waste"\u003Ee-waste is the fastest-growing waste stream\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in America, but only a fraction of it is collected. As a result, the world produces as much as \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unep.org\u002Fnews-and-stories\u002Fpress-release\u002Fun-report-time-seize-opportunity-tackle-challenge-e-waste"\u003E50 million metric tons of e-waste a year\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E Buying an eco-friendly phone means the phone is built with recycled materials and not hazardous e-waste materials like \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ncsl.org\u002Fresearch\u002Fenvironment-and-natural-resources\u002Fe-waste-recycling-legislation.aspx"\u003Elead, nickel, and mercury\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. In addition, eco-friendly devices are built to last longer than the average smartphone, reducing the amount of e-waste by keeping your phone active for longer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Why should my phone be sustainable?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a10be7d2-74b7-49a5-83c2-e0974fecffbf\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOf course, you can go the refurbished route and get any smartphone model you want and feel better about it than buying brand-new. Refurbished phones are previously owned and used phones that are repaired to give them a second life. Buying refurbished means the phone won't turn into e-waste by being thrown away to sit in a landfill. Instead, refurbished phones are sold by a mobile carrier, a manufacturer, or a retailer that has repaired them and run thorough checks to ensure they meet a certain standard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon has a great pre-owned and refurbished program called Amazon Renewed that includes devices like the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel&nbsp;and more at lower prices than a brand new model.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative environmentally conscious phones worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"dc3a2657-596c-404d-ac9e-8e37775aed02\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Amazon Renewed Phones\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"196f2086-9722-4475-bffc-3d62c9ae13f8","filename":"old-iphones.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F09\u002F02\u002F196f2086-9722-4475-bffc-3d62c9ae13f8\u002Fold-iphones.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2021-09-02 10:56:47","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"196f2086-9722-4475-bffc-3d62c9ae13f8","imageFilename":"old-iphones.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2021\u002F09\u002F02"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fb?ie=UTF8&node=17871142011\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fb\u002Fref=s9_acss_bw_cg_arhome_2a1_w?node=17871142011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_r=4XNHDVHXAQT6VWKS4JRZ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=ac369fbe-1701-43cd-b884-9b142d8b86d2&pf_rd_i=12653393011&tag=zd-buy-button-20&ascsubtag=f4f558af740547aa8100e188a1931fa2|107b583b-baaf-494c-a1e8-636f232d3c6b|dtp\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-01 19:44:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Looking to make your smartphone more sustainable in 2023? To determine the best green phones from Apple, Samsung, and others, we analyzed eco-friendly packaging, energy consumption, recycled materials, and more.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a8793210-a130-45f0-9bc7-12c44b41cd18",image:{id:"41c8f884-fd2e-4a04-a2d3-ff17b3c3f161",filename:"fairphone-4.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-02-15 14:07:51",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max",credits:"Getty Images\u002FiStockphoto",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EYoung farmer working in a cornfield, inspecting and tuning irrigation center pivot sprinkler system on smartphone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F02\u002F15\u002F41c8f884-fd2e-4a04-a2d3-ff17b3c3f161\u002Ffairphone-4.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones",section:b,slug:"best-green-phone",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The 5 best green phones of 2024",topic:{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0a6fffc2-2220-44ba-99e4-4c567f6f57bb",username:"maria-diaz-zd",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Maria",lastName:"Diaz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9",filename:"maria-diaz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:44:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9\u002Fmaria-diaz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Maria Diaz is a staff writer based in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with a passion for home automation and a background in graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3cbb4337-f47e-4903-ba06-e47350111291\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit is a sight to behold.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit\" data-image-filename=\"efblade2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMowing the lawn isn't a chore in my house; it's a privilege. I've always loved mowing, but my husband never has. But with three kids under six, he's come to crave that hour or two of mowing the lawn with his \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-airpods\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAirPods\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in and no one else around. I enjoy all aspects of gardening -- even cutting the grass -- so his more recent hobby has been an \"always\" one for me.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo, committing to testing out the new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d23806f1-7e05-4b5e-b47d-e3292af42614\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E was bittersweet. I was hesitant to have a robot replace one of our weekend relaxation methods, but I was more curious to see what the technology could do, especially with how groundbreaking its design is.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-robot-mower\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest robot lawn mowers: Husqvarna, Greenworks, and more\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"342ababa-b10e-49b4-80ca-7b9664cf6c76\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$3,599 EcoFlow Blade\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is a robot mower that stands out from all others. It has all the basics: a lithium battery and charging dock, three blades to cut the grass, four heavy-duty wheels, and more. But it's unique in two ways: it's the first robot mower with a sweeper kit and one of the few on the market that doesn't require a boundary wire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade robotic lawn mower can be purchased independently or with a lawn sweeper kit that picks up leaves and grass blades as it mows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"e9fb3c93-0038-4f4c-a29e-356c8a729c79","title":"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit","filename":"efblade1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F20\u002Fe9fb3c93-0038-4f4c-a29e-356c8a729c79\u002Fefblade1.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2732155,"width":2100,"height":1182,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-20 18:59:30","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-20 18:59:38","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","alt":"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"e9fb3c93-0038-4f4c-a29e-356c8a729c79","imageAltText":"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"efblade1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F20","imageWidth":2100,"imageHeight":1182,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073","offerMerchant":"Us.ecoflow","offerPrice":"3599","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile there are no boundary wires to install, setting up the EcoFlow Blade took some work and the better part of an afternoon. The mower works with GPS technology, and it comes with a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) antenna that must be positioned just right for the robot to clean effectively -- and this task is much more challenging to do than it is to say.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt took about two hours of playing around with different areas of my yard to get the antenna to receive radio signals and position the mower where it could communicate. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"17b8c491-7d95-4060-bada-f1f29a47a14e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-image-filename=\"robotcu.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis process was notably exasperating, I can't lie, mainly because you don't get to decide where you want the antenna or charging station to go in your yard, and I was a little paranoid about theft. Still, EcoFlow claims the Blade is protected with anti-theft technology powered by 4G, GPS, and an integrated eSim.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FxAkkWS40tnA?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Would you pay $3,599 to never mow the lawn again?\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FxAkkWS40tnA\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Would you pay $3,599 to never mow the lawn again?","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FxAkkWS40tnA\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI had to move the antenna (taller than me, though not heavy) several times, walk around with my phone checking for a signal, and do it all over again. After giving my neighbors the impression that I was about to make tinfoil hats for the whole block, I found a spot that worked. And to be fair, this niggly process was more manageable than burying wires along my property line.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fthis-2500-robot-lawn-mower-is-so-impressive-my-neighbors-come-to-watch-it-mow\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis $2,500 robot lawn mower is so impressive my neighbors come to watch it mow\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade is not a heavy robot -- it weighs just over 30lbs -- but it's not a device you'll be carrying around. It looks light and sleek, and it's made to be held by the chassis and dragged on its wheels if you need to move it. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"25e5eebc-5dda-4cd3-9301-44b99d7a79b3\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade as seen with the Sweeper Kit installed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-image-filename=\"efblade5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also features three adjustable grass-cutting heights, from 0.8 to three inches, which you can adjust through the app. Once you have the Blade set up, it's mapping time. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo create a map, you have to follow the EcoFlow Blade along the perimeter of the area you want it to cover and you do this with the app in mapping mode, while you guide the mower in front of you like a remote control car (which was very fun). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-grill\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest electric grills for easy grilling all summer long\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe fenced-in area of my yard has about 3,000 square feet of grass, but there's a deck right in the middle of that, so the backyard is two halves connected by a path along the edge of the deck. Because the Blade would have to travel the four-foot-wide gap to the other side after it's done with one side, I initially decided to set it up to do only half the yard. I didn't want it to get lost or have issues on its way to the other side.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"25abdc5c-ceff-432c-80e6-d317125a7067\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-image-filename=\"20230620-201435080-ios.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"426\" data-image-height=\"240\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor weeks, the EcoFlow Blade maintained half of our yard so well that it became a nuisance to mow the rest. Admittedly, there were some inconsistencies with mapping, as it consistently missed a few feet of area on the edge every time it mowed. Still, it was one corner by the fence and no more than a couple of feet. And was something that was corrected when we remapped the yard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-portable-jump-starter\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best portable jump starters for year-round car maintenance\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade is exceptional at maintaining grassy areas. It never missed spots in the middle of its coverage area and it consistently ran several times a week automatically, keeping our one-half of the yard mowed (lawn stripes and all) without us having to lift a finger. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5c4defe5-c0db-45d3-a570-977b2f7ff7cb\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade is equipped with sensors and LiDAR to avoid obstacles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-image-filename=\"efblade6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, we still had to cut the edges along the fence with an edge trimmer, but that's something that you have to do when you have a standard lawnmower, so that wasn't unexpected. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe robot has a rain sensor that detects showers or lousy weather and either stays docked or returns to the dock to avoid getting stuck in the mud. We were able to experience the rain sensor first-hand since we had it running on an automatic schedule.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-riding-mower\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest riding mowers: Troy-Bilt, Toro, and more compared\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd with curious little kids obsessed with the little autonomous car running around the lawn, we also got to see how well the LiDAR and visual sensor worked together to intelligently avoid obstacles. You can see how it did below.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a794dba8-49f0-49a9-9ad5-d581bc46bef9\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade expertly avoids a daydreaming toddler.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit\" data-image-filename=\"20230620-203629359-ios.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"426\" data-image-height=\"240\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I tested the mower in the spring, I haven't given the sweeper kit as much use as possible. But with a backyard that backs up to the woods, I'm looking forward to seeing what it can do come September.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"326efe0f-45e7-44bd-8179-9b08a29a8f21\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEcoFlow Blade with the Sweeper Kit from the top.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit\" data-image-filename=\"efblade4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo test the robot's limits, my husband and I followed the Blade with bated breath as it began to mow an uncharted path, the easternmost side of my yard that connects to the woods. Surprisingly, it reached the other side and got to work immediately, mowing around flowerbeds as I had mapped it to do so.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis process lasted until it was about 75% of the way done when it started going over one strip of land back and forth consistently -- I stopped counting by the eighth time. I'm unsure if the robot mower got confused about where it was, but then it went around a patch of land and returned to the charging dock, proudly declaring in a confident male voice that it was done with its work. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt wasn't, as evidenced by the triangular-shaped mohawk of long grass in the middle of my yard. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2916f8df-6ce1-4148-8858-73df199c9e47\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Blade's three replaceable blades at the bottom.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-image-filename=\"underside.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlex Murphy, as I named the Blade in the EcoFlow app -- because of that aforementioned Robocop-like voice -- didn't do as well as I hoped with the expanded map, not even in the second, third, or fourth pass, when it got stranded under the deck.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fmy-5-off-grid-essentials-how-to-work-from-virtually-anywhere\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMy 5 off-grid essentials: How to work from virtually anywhere\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI can't fault the Blade for its efforts because my lawn is a challenging layout for even humans to mow. And I had much more luck setting up both halves of the yard as separate zones to cover, rather than as an entire area. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"01e94b67-8317-4b7e-a4c0-65349005ef9c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEcoFlow Blade does a decent job of adding lawn stripes with minimal effort on your end.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit\" data-image-filename=\"20230620-203653777-ios.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"426\" data-image-height=\"240\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince then, I've found it's much more relaxing to watch a robot mow your lawn than doing it myself. The most rewarding part of it all is coming out to the yard and always having it perfectly mowed with no effort on my part. I can only assume that's how my children feel when they see their folded laundry and clean bathrooms. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-outdoor-projector\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best outdoor projectors for epic summer movie nights\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESetting up the antenna and getting everything aligned to communicate effectively required the most effort. However, if an alternative is as labor-intensive and invasive as burying boundary wires, I prefer a few hours of satellite searching. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5e140599-25b8-4862-aad8-c425f2a4db86\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEcoFlow Blade on the charging dock.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Blade with Sweeper Kit\" data-image-filename=\"efblade.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F06\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2100\" data-image-height=\"1182\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0ada3f73-75a4-4c0a-8fa7-d4fdbc5425d1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fus.ecoflow.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fblade-robotic-lawn-mower?variant=40518791168073\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Blade\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is not the greatest at sticking to the initial map you create. This was one of the consistent issues I found with this robot mower and perhaps the only one that bothered me. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs a new product, I loved seeing how the different firmware upgrades detailed the bug fixes that the EcoFlow team made to the robot mower to improve the user experience. I can appreciate that many of these bugs I encountered will likely be addressed in time with software improvements, as the hardware itself is already very outstanding. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-06-21 13:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The EcoFlow Blade is a groundbreaking robot for lawn care, but is worth the money and time? 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A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"adfb4415-c4ca-4702-9690-fe2133e65f9d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Hungryroot\" data-image-alt-text=\"hungryroot.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"hungryroot.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"980\" data-image-height=\"735\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe days of walking into a giant grocery store with an empty cart and browsing through tens of thousands of items will soon be a routine of the past. With artificial intelligence, technology startups are hoping to change the grocery shopping experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's pretty overwhelming to get your food right each week,\" says Alex Weinstein, Chief Digital Officer of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hungryroot.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHungryroot\u003C\u002Fa\u003E an AI grocery company. \"Customers tell us all the time - it takes many hours each week to plan, shop for, and finally cook meals for their households. And yet, each wants to eat healthy. We've made it our mission to make healthy eating easy - instead of overwhelming.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"242678d1-dd6b-419a-9d83-6caa179a07cb\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F242678d1-dd6b-419a-9d83-6caa179a07cb\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat logic coincides with trends in consumer behavior toward contactless shopping and fast delivery. And interestingly this could be a huge boon to a major problem: Food wastage.  An astounding 40% of food produced in the US goes to waste. That's a mind-boggling statistic. The reason has to do with customer habits. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ers.usda.gov\u002Fwebdocs\u002Fpublications\u002F43833\u002F43680_eib121.pdf?v=2843.6\"\u003EAccording to the USDA\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, 21% of food consumers bring to their home ends up wasted,\" Weinstein tells me. \"We find that heartbreaking - it's awful for the wallet and awful for the planet. A lot of food waste comes from a simple issue: buying groceries that \"look great\" without a concrete plan on what to do with them i.e. a recipe.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI's predictive and suggestion capabilities can help solve that. Hungryroot's AI-powered grocery suggestion algorithm, for example, reduces food wastage by predicting how much of each kind of food to buy before sourcing it. Since customer preferences are known, it's easier to forecast demand and manage inventory. Substitutions can also be made throughout the process, such as at the warehouse and based on customer preferences.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPart of the secret sauce is making it dead simple for customers to use the food they order. Based on ingredients ordered, AI technology can do a better job than Google searches and Pinterest at dialing in specific recipe suggestions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Our business is built around the concept of recipes and of knowing our customers better than any other store or service,\" says Weinstein. \"We know the foods each customer likes and we know their purchasing patterns per their previous deliveries. This data creates a natural ability to build recommendations based on top of what you already have in your pantry. Some of this is already in the product, some of it is in the works - but we know how much consumers care about maximizing value today, so this is very much at the top of our product roadmaps.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the root of this is the idea that grocery stores are one of the root causes of food waste in America. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ers.usda.gov\u002Fwebdocs\u002Fpublications\u002F43833\u002F43680_eib121.pdf?v=2843.6\"\u003EThe USDA estimates\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in-store food losses at 43 billion pounds, equivalent to 10% of the total retail food supply annually. A company like Hungryroot has driven down the percentage of undeliverable food to around 2%, and it donates the majority of that to local food banks. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOverall, this coincides with a moment of incredible upheaval and uncertainty for the grocery sector. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We've already seen the migration to online accelerate during COVID; this trend will surely continue, however one thing we believe has been quietly happening in parallel is a qualitative increase in consumer expectations,\" says Weinstein. \"Sure, it's easier to virtually shop than to walk around a crowded store, but today's consumer has come to expect more from the etailer of their choice. They want to spend less time on meal planning, they want their grocery store to make their experience better with each visit, and they want their grocer to understand their food preferences.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs grocery delivery skyrockets, AI may also play a key role in reducing food waste dramatically.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-16 11:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Technology companies are trying to make shopping easier for consumers. 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A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"R. Classen \u002F Shutterstock\" data-image-alt-text=\"First person point of view of someone driving a car\" data-image-filename=\"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F10\u002F19\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of the nation's largest insurers is beginning the rollout of a behavior-based driving insurance product. Dubbed IntelliDrive via Connected Car, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.travelers.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETravelers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E believes the new product will benefit safe drivers beginning with customers in Pennsylvania and Illinois.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut will drivers consent to having their driving behavior monitored in real-time?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntelliDrive via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-car-of-the-future-is-connected-autonomous-shared-and-electric\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EConnected Car\u003C\u002Fa\u003E uses driving data related to factors like braking, acceleration, speed, and time of day to immediately calculate a customer's IntelliDrive score, which is then used to develop their personalized insurance premium quote. Travelers has partnered with data analytics firm LexisNexis, which will provide the driving data from cars that are enrolled in the program. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI connected with Joe Meisinger, Vice President of Personal Insurance Product at Travelers Insurance, who told me the service will benefit conscientious drivers in a number of ways.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"With IntelliDrive via Connected Vehicles, safe driving customers can benefit from savings right away instead of waiting until renewal,\" Meisinger says. \"Safe driving habits can lead to savings of up to 30%, while riskier driving habits may result in a higher premium, which encourages safe driving and offers savings to customers who do so. This program focuses on a more personalized rate based on users' safe driving habits.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fstop-ignoring-your-cars-most-important-safety-feature\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EStop ignoring your car's most important safety feature\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravelers Insurance plans to continue expanding its telematics offerings -- the technologies used to track and transmit driving data -- into the future, leveraging advances in technology and customer insights. The reality is that this is undoubtedly the way the insurance industry will go in years ahead. Insurers have long rewarded good driving records, and with the prevalence of connected technologies, there's a huge incentive for underwriters to seek a more granular picture of individual customers' risk profiles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor now, customers have a choice to opt in if their vehicle has embedded technology, and the year, make, and model are supported by IntelliDrive.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"IntelliDrive via Connected Vehicles makes enrolling in telematics easy,\" Meisinger stresses. \"If a customer opts in, Travelers will simply use vehicle-level data to influence their insurance premium based on driving behaviors captured by the vehicle. If the data reflects safe driving performance, customers can be rewarded right away.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll of this underscores the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-automotive-industry-industry-is-accelerating-digital-transformation\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etransitional moment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E we're in across the personal transportation paradigm. The advent of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Felon-musk-says-that-the-self-driving-tesla-could-be-ready-by-the-end-of-the-year\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eself-driving cars\u003C\u002Fa\u003E introduces new complexities into the picture, although Travelers believes the current insurance infrastructure is well-suited to addressing these changes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchinas-new-sky-train-floats-under-its-track-using-magnets-and-ai\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChina's new \"sky train\" floats under an elevated track, using magnets and AI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeisinger adds, \"As we move to greater levels of autonomy, the existing system will also help to minimize consumer confusion, regulatory uncertainty, and market disruptions. And it will ensure consistency during the period in which autonomous vehicles and driver-operated vehicles will share the road. Keep in mind that auto insurance is also the best way to protect against other issues that arise with vehicle ownership, autonomous or not, including issues related to weather damage and theft.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the time being, savvy customers with safe driving histories probably should embrace behavior-based insurance, largely because the savings at this early stage make it a good bargain. That may not sit well with the squeamish, who fear the ramifications of tracking. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-dash-cam\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe dash cams to get if you want peace of mind while on the road\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe reality, for better or (more likely) worse, is that we consent to a broad array of tracking and monitoring as it is, most of which come without the benefit of a discount. We may as well save a little money in the process.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-08-30 20:39:59",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Behavior-based insurance is likely here to stay.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"d6e933b9-3130-4750-9a6e-b9406618d249",image:{id:"5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307",filename:"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-10-19 16:58:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",credits:"R. Classen \u002F Shutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F19\u002F5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307\u002Ffirst-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"this-car-insurance-monitors-your-driving-and-sets-your-premium-accordingly",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"This car insurance monitors your driving and sets your premium accordingly",topic:{id:"3f95fcb4-e4fc-46bf-91d1-4b9ae78397b0",slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3f95fcb4-e4fc-46bf-91d1-4b9ae78397b0",slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"36d815b5-fc28-4424-ab57-a7db22867009",slug:"autonomous-vehicles",name:"Autonomous Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"44ae38fb-10d8-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Rajiv Rao",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Rajiv",lastName:"Rao",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"fb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a",filename:"rajiv-rao-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2013-11-25 15:49:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2013\u002F11\u002F25\u002Ffb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a\u002Frajiv-rao-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Rajiv is a journalist and filmmaker who is interested in how new technologies, innovation, and disruptive business forces are shaking things up in India.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4aa5c537-d23d-4c9a-a3f6-d7ff2fed4323\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHagenHinderdael's 'Cocoon' lamp was made using Forust's 3D-printing technology that converts sawdust to any kind of wood with grain.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: HagenHinderdael\" data-image-alt-text=\"A lit wooden lamp hanging from the ceiling\" data-image-filename=\"cocoon-the-one-cropped.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhagenhinderdael.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHagenHinderdael\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a London-based firm that works at the intersection of sustainable design, architecture and innovative technology cannot sell enough of its $2,160 lamps dubbed the 'Cocoon'. Firm co-founder Sofia Hagen says that they've been disappearing as quickly as they have arrived on to the shelves of global design shops such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hoettgeswindows.at\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHoettges Windows\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in Vienna and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fminottilondon.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMinotti\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in London, as well as the company's own pop-up store in Piccadilly Arcade. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-tech-products-2022\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EZDNET editors loved these tech products and gadgets in 2022\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"4b046cbe-2721-4b5d-abb2-b3102604f9bd\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F4b046cbe-2721-4b5d-abb2-b3102604f9bd\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe lamp could easily be a mid-century-modern showpiece, painstakingly hollowed out of a block of expensive hardwood, perhaps mahogany or teak, with a marble-like finish and hand-crafted to polished perfection.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EExcept, it isn't. Not only is the lamp not made out of premium wood, its raw material lies on the other side of lumber's quality spectrum, the lowliest-of-low by-products that remains one of the biggest environmental scourges around, namely sawdust. HagenHinderdael sent Forust -- acquired by 3D printing supremo Desktop Metal in 2019 -- its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhagenhinderdael.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2021\u002F06\u002FCocoon_SpecificationSheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erendering\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of the lamp and Forust then used sawdust and a binder-jet printer to print it out. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b310c8c4-094b-48e8-a8ae-52cb4393dae3\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Cocoon has proven to be wildly popular across design shops in Europe.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: HagenHinderdael\" data-image-alt-text=\"a wooden lamp placed on a counter\" data-image-filename=\"cocoon-on-pedestal.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"902\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E3D manufacturing magic\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere's nothing mysterious about 3D printing today, as you may know, with all manner of powdered material -- from ceramic to metal to sand -- being fashioned into objects of surprising shapes, resilience, and physical integrity. The technology has also had, in a short space of time, not just an impact on industrial manufacturing, but also on supply chains. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fanswered-the-most-googled-3d-printing-questions-of-2022\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThese are the most googled 3D printing questions of 2022, answered\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut 3D printing has never been hugely successful with wood before, until now. Forust was formed when Andrew Jeffery, previously president of Boston Ceramics, Virginia San Fratello at the Department of Design at San Jose State University, and Ronald Rael, with the Department of Architecture at the University of California Berkeley, came together and started tinkering around with materials as fellow members of the San Francisco-based 3D collective, \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Femergingobjects.com\u002Fportfolio\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEmerging Objects.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E The collective has produced stunning pieces of functional art through experimentation with improbable materials, such as salt and recycled tires.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3daea7f5-9da0-4c4c-82a5-1ca7260e4415\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E86 million tons of sawdust is produced annually by the milling and furniture industries, with most of it polluting the environment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Forust\" data-image-alt-text=\"A large mound of sawdust is being lifted up by a machine\" data-image-filename=\"sawdust.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt was only a matter of time before the trio focused on finding a solution to an as-yet, intractable 3D conundrum -- how to print wooden objects. Their primary impulse was to package that approach in a sustainable solution. Consequently, Forust's commercial 3D printing solution aims to mitigate at least a small part of the 84 million tons of sawdust generated by the furniture industry that is either burned or sits on landfill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow it works\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you are an individual or a small firm with a product idea, you can always contact Forust to investigate a partnership where you send the company a CAD-like rendering of your design towards a decided-upon print run. However, if you are a larger manufacturer, you can buy the printing solution outright.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis solution is called the Shop System Forust Edition, which has now gone on sale with a sticker price of $300,000. It consists of a binder jet 3D printer with a build box of 13.8 x 8.7 x 7.9 inches and a print speed of up to 1,600 cc\u002Fhr. Forust also provides unfinished maple or oak waste sawdust from the wood milling and furniture industries where bigger chunks have already been sieved from the finer powder that it requires. In the build box, an inkjet print head drops a water-based binder onto the surface of the sawdust and the two substances meld into each other. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a4b69f68-18e2-49ac-830c-128f6ffcd904\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Shop System Forust Edition 3D printer at work.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Forust\" data-image-alt-text=\"A man standing in front of a large metal box which is a 3D pinter\" data-image-filename=\"forust-printer.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe printhead simultaneously injects a water-based ink that mimics practically any wood grain you would want, including rosewood, zebrano, ebony and mahogany, among others. Deposits of the binder and injection of the ink is done layer by layer, as per the contours of the rendering dictated by the 3D software. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe print head can build up to a height of ⅘ of an inch per hour (called 'Z height' in 3d printing parlance) until it reaches the finished level (and shape). Waste sawdust in the box is then collected for the next project while the whole piece is suffused with a non-toxic, bio-epoxy resin to give it strength. These 3D-printed wood parts function like regular wood ones -- they can be sanded, stained, polished, dyed, coated, and refinished, and can also accommodate screws and nails.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"fa6a5a42-c368-452d-a558-c0cbb265d14c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EForust's 3D print head can build up to a height of ⅘ of an inch.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Forust\" data-image-alt-text=\"The arm of a 3D printer in white working on a layer of sawdust\" data-image-filename=\"printer-arm.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat this could mean for you\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDesktop Metal is banking on how easy it will be for a wide array of manufacturers to shift from polymers and plastics to sustainable wood parts. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Customers want to now print parts in-house and leverage their own waste streams,\" explains Arjun Aggarwal, head of corporate development at the company, who sees many industry segments ripe for Forust's solution. They include home decor, lighting, toys, kitchen utensils, automotive interiors (especially in luxury brands), and architectural and design paneling, to name just a few. Those looking to match the broken leg or panel of an heirloom could simply print out a part and nobody would know the difference.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe embodiment of the possibilities ahead for individual creators is illustrated by the unique, bespoke 3D-printed guitars that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhabr.com\u002Fen\u002Fcompany\u002Ftop3dshop\u002Fblog\u002F647219\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlaf Diegel\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, head of the Creative Design and Additive Manufacturing Lab at the University of Auckland in New Zealand, enjoys producing. Having primarily used metal powders and selective laser sintering (SLS) for his guitars, Diegel heard of Forust's sawdust-consuming printer and decided to try it out by sending the US-based company a CAD design of a guitar. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDiegel said the 3D-printed version cost $540 versus $1,000 to $2,000 for a similar, custom build. That price will only fall as the technology ramps up.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d2b4c7a5-375f-4f90-b185-9fba305eaa2d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EOlaf Diegel's 3D-printed, sawdust-based, wooden guitar, which uses Forust's technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Desktop Metal\" data-image-alt-text=\"3d-guitar\" data-image-filename=\"3d-guitar.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMeasuring sustainability\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever beautiful and convenient these printed products are, though, the main thrust behind Desktop Metal's new business proposition -- and one would argue, future success -- is its ambition to be a sustainable option. ZDNET has asked for more details of the overall carbon footprint of using the technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cheap-3d-printer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best cheap 3D printers: Beginner 3D printers for under $500\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd certainly many are hailing 3D printing as inherently more democratising, less wasteful and more efficient all across the value chain of a product -- thanks to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Famfg.ai\u002F2021\u002F03\u002F15\u002Fwhy-should-companies-embrace-distributed-additive-manufacturing\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edistributed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (or localised) model of production that Desktop Metal is advocating with their Shop System. Printing goods on-demand is a lot better than watching unsold items sit in the shop. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"59ed6744-5ac0-4318-b2e3-8647082d8f49\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EForust's samples with wood-specific grain formed by a water-based dye that is injected layer-by-layer into the object being printed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Forust\" data-image-alt-text=\"Square wood samples with grain with 'FORUST' printed on them\" data-image-filename=\"forust-wood-samples.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"899\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBinder jet printing does not use large amounts of heat like the more common 3D laser sintering of metal and, therefore, is much easier on the environment. Also, additive processes don't waste as much material compared to subtractive ones. When the technology becomes more affordable and portable, design chops along with 3D modeling and material science experience may become the next, evolutionary version of a skilled leatherworker or jeweller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMost crucially, Forust could influence a culture of sustainable manufacturing that is beginning to take root. \"We can do pretty shapes but these days if you make something new, it should at least not cause any more damage than you are already causing the world,\" Sofia Hagen of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhagenhinderdael.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHagenHinderdael\u003C\u002Fa\u003E tells ZDNet. \"The only way to justify creating and making new pieces is to re-purpose what is already there.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-12-21 11:31:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Desktop Metal's sawdust-printing outfit allows individual designers and large manufacturers to print elaborate wooden objects.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"42001e0d-13f4-4abf-823f-c5f18653bbab",image:{id:"4aa5c537-d23d-4c9a-a3f6-d7ff2fed4323",filename:"cocoon-the-one-cropped.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-11-15 21:43:45",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"cocoon-the-one-cropped",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F15\u002F4aa5c537-d23d-4c9a-a3f6-d7ff2fed4323\u002Fcocoon-the-one-cropped.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:900,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Smart Planet",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"this-3d-printing-system-converts-waste-sawdust-into-stunning-wooden-lamps-and-guitars",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"This 3D printing system converts waste sawdust into stunning wooden lamps and guitars",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f6ca5d6a-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Charles McLellan",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Charles",lastName:"McLellan",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9",filename:"charles-mclellan.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:27:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9\u002Fcharles-mclellan.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"I'm the Reviews Editor at ZDNET UK. My experience with computers started at London's Imperial College, where I studied Zoology and then Environmental Technology. This was sufficiently long ago (mid-1970s) that Fortran, IBM punched-card machines and mainframes were involved, followed by green-screen terminals and eventually the personal computers we know and (mostly) love. \r\n\r\nAfter doing post-grad research at Imperial for a while, I got involved in helping to produce a weekly news magazine based in Amsterdam. This was in the mid-1980s, and one of my duties was to set up data communications links with technologically-challenged national newspaper journalists in a number of European cities via a 300-baud modem and an acoustic coupler. Tech support people have my sympathy! \r\n\r\nI've been in computer publishing since the late 1980s, starting with Reed Business Publishing's Practical Computing, then joining Ziff Davis in 1991 to help launch PC Magazine UK as Production Editor. After a couple of years I switched to commissioning, editing and writing, becoming a Technical Editor and then First Looks Editor.\r\n\r\nWhen ZDNet came looking for a Reviews Editor in 2000, I was ready to make the move from print to online — just in time for the dot-com crash! It's been a long road from punched cards to the cloud, but it'll still be fun seeing where we go from here.",profile:c,title:"Senior Editor",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5f8437d1-750b-4d38-b511-96c6a463f982\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Samsung\" data-image-alt-text=\"Samsung Unpacked 2023: sustainability\" data-image-filename=\"samsung-unpacked-2023-sustainability.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"565\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFollowing \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-of-ces-2023-innovations-that-will-shape-the-future\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECES 2023\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in January, the next date marked in tech-watchers' calendars was 1 February, when Samsung held its first \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-samsung-announced-at-unpacked-2023\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGalaxy Unpacked\u003C\u002Fa\u003E event of the new year. This followed the usual cadence of such things: rumors and leaks, confirmation of the date, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fuk\u002Funpacked\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eevent\u003C\u002Fa\u003E itself (in-person this time, as well as virtual). Going forward, we'll see reviews of the new devices, and the reaction as they find their way into the hands of users. Rinse and repeat, annually. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"314ce0de-8ce0-4621-9d50-6947137e9133\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F314ce0de-8ce0-4621-9d50-6947137e9133\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn years past, many users would have hankered after upgrading to the latest smartphone, tablet or laptop at the earliest opportunity. But these days, several factors conspire to put the brakes on such enthusiasm. Chief among these is the recent global economic downturn, which has resulted in reduced consumer demand for new devices. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2022, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcanalys.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fglobal-smartphone-market-2022\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal smartphone shipments\u003C\u002Fa\u003E fell by 12% to 1.2 billion units, a 10-year low, according to analyst firm Canalys. Although Samsung retained the number-one slot with 22% of the market, the company recorded a steep 17% year-on-year decline in shipments in the fourth quarter. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite this gloomy overall picture, Canalys research analyst Le Xuan Chiew noted that \"Samsung is [also] maintaining its profitability focus by strengthening its high-end portfolio and creating a premium niche segment via its Fold series.\" This view was endorsed by Samsung's president and head of Mobile Experience Business, TM Roh, who told reporters at Galaxy Unpacked that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-expects-galaxy-s23-ultra-to-account-for-over-half-of-series-total-sales\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edemand for premium models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- the Galaxy S23 series and forthcoming Fold devices -- is expected to grow by 10% this year. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-samsung-announced-at-unpacked-2023\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere's everything Samsung announced at Unpacked 2023\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canalys.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fglobal-pc-market-Q4-2022\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal PC market\u003C\u002Fa\u003E also saw a decline in 2022, down by 16% to 285.1 million units and by 29% to 65.4 million units in Q4, according to Canalys. Notebooks fared particularly badly, down 19% year on year and down 30% in Q4. \"As expected, the global PC market faced further headwinds in Q4 to round out what has been a difficult 2022,\" said Ishan Dutt, a senior analyst at Canalys. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, consumers and businesses may well resume purchasing new devices once the economic weather becomes more favorable, likely in late 2023 and 2024. However, there's another factor that's likely to have a lasting effect on purchasing behavior -- and that's sustainability. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEvents like Galaxy Unpacked naturally extol the benefits of new designs, faster processors, smarter and higher-resolution cameras, and the rest. But buyers are also increasingly interested in maximizing the lifespan of their existing devices on environmental grounds -- to conserve the resources that go into them, and to dispose of end-of-life devices responsibly. Many people will hang onto their phones until a combination of accumulated damage, battery ill-health, and lack of OS or security updates force an upgrade on them. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-trade-in-your-old-devices-for-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to turn your old tech into Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELarge tech companies like Samsung are well aware of this, which is why there was a prominent sustainability message at Galaxy Unpacked. Here's Mark Newton, Samsung's head of North America corporate sustainability, speaking from the Unpacked stage: \"We designed the Galaxy S23 series with the planet, and you, in mind. From the materials we chose for the product, to what the packaging is made from, to how long it sustains its best performance.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-galaxy-s23-ultra-vs-samsung-galaxy-s22-ultra\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGalaxy S23 Ultra\u003C\u002Fa\u003E increases the use of recycled materials, such as plastic, glass, and aluminum, from six internal components in the Galaxy S22 Ultra to 12 internal and external components. It also uses Corning \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.corning.com\u002Fgorillaglass\u002Fworldwide\u002Fen\u002Fglass-types\u002Fgorilla-glass-victus-2.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGorilla Glass Victus 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with 22% recycled glass, comes in 100% recycled packaging, and will get four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates. Samsung also said that \"Parts of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsungs-galaxy-book-3-series-includes-a-new-flagship-ultra-laptop\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGalaxy Book 3 Ultra and Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E series were built from recycled plastics that use ocean-bound discarded fishing nets while eliminating all in-the-box plastics.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo, you may not want to shell out $800-plus for a \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5a1eed49-ad96-4aa5-820a-d3cf52d3761a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fsmartphones\u002Fgalaxy-s23\u002Fbuy\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Galaxy S23 smartphone\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E or $1,250-plus for a \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f15e392c-ceff-479b-b910-cc450b40a762\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fcomputing\u002Fgalaxy-book3-series\u002Fbuy\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Book 3 series laptop\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E right now, but Samsung is at pains to reassure you that when you do, you can buy with a better environmental conscience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cb9aa273-be1f-4da5-9568-dc9fb3307bb1\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Samsung\" data-image-alt-text=\"Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra ecosystem\" data-image-filename=\"galaxy-book-3-ultra-ecosystem.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1020\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother key message from leading manufacturers, like Samsung, with extensive portfolios is the value of buying into its ecosystem. Again, you may not want to buy a Galaxy Book 3 laptop immediately, but when you do there's a range of other products and features that can enhance your productivity, at work or at home. Samsung calls this the 'multi-device connected experience'. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fuk\u002Fsupport\u002Fmobile-devices\u002Fwhat-is-link-to-windows\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELink to Windows\u003C\u002Fa\u003E installed on your Galaxy phone and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.microsoft.com\u002Fen-us\u002Fwindows\u002Fsync-across-your-devices?r=1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMicrosoft Phone Link\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on your Galaxy Book laptop, you can use the Recent Websites feature to transfer web-browsing sessions (on the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fsupport\u002Fowners\u002Fapp\u002Fsamsung-internet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESamsung Internet\u003C\u002Fa\u003E browser only) from phone to PC, or use Instant Hotspot for single-click access to your phone's internet connection from your laptop. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung Multi Control lets you control Galaxy tablets and phones (with the right \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fapps\u002Fone-ui\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne UI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E version installed) via the Book 3 laptop's keyboard and trackpad, with copy\u002Fpaste and drag\u002Fdrop support, while Second Screen lets you use a Galaxy Tab S7 or S8 tablet as a secondary display for your Book 3 laptop. And with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fgalaxystore.samsung.com\u002Fprepost\u002F000005977497?langCd=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EExpert RAW\u003C\u002Fa\u003E installed on your Galaxy smartphone, you can automatically transfer RAW images taken on the phone to your laptop for editing with Adobe Lightroom. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung is far from unique in promoting its sustainability credentials and the added value of buying into its device ecosystem, and we're going to hear a lot more along these lines from leading manufacturers in the future. Just tune into the next big product launch event and see.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9ca186b4-3225-4447-b49a-74e548e9109d\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9ca186b4-3225-4447-b49a-74e548e9109d\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-02 13:13:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Consumers may be sheltering from the stormy economic weather right now, but large tech companies like Samsung have other ways of tempting you into their marketplaces.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"7db06300-0be5-42fe-8b0c-c1b077b7c6f0",image:{id:"5f8437d1-750b-4d38-b511-96c6a463f982",filename:"samsung-unpacked-2023-sustainability.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-02 11:46:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Samsung Unpacked 2023: sustainability",credits:"Image: Samsung",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F02\u002F5f8437d1-750b-4d38-b511-96c6a463f982\u002Fsamsung-unpacked-2023-sustainability.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:565,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business^Companies^Samsung",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"samsung-galaxy-s23-and-book-3-pro-tell-us-two-things-about-the-future-of-tech",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Samsung Galaxy S23 and Book 3 Pro tell us two things about the future of tech",topic:{id:"1136d09c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"samsung",name:"Samsung",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1136d09c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"samsung",name:"Samsung",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"10a72f10-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"laptops",name:"Laptops",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0765e4d4-53d3-4b04-878c-c0532f646fc4",username:"Sabrina Ortiz",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Sabrina",lastName:"Ortiz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"33a37b23-de0c-4830-a4df-0c5de6eee5bf",filename:"sabrina-ortiz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-07-25 20:11:15",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F07\u002F25\u002F33a37b23-de0c-4830-a4df-0c5de6eee5bf\u002Fsabrina-ortiz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Sabrina Ortiz is an associate editor for ZDNET based in New York City. She specializes in the intersection of technology and everyday life. Sabrina graduated with a B.A. in Media and Journalism and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.",profile:c,title:"Associate Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"10db6a78-1170-46d3-8870-ba081c5e395a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Thanasis\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Deconstructed smartphone with tools around it on a blue background\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1188971161.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"2370\" data-image-height=\"1422\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is right to repair trying to solve?\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen devices like phones, tablets and laptops are damaged or break down, it can often be very complicated and costly to get them fixed. It can mean going through a particular supplier nominated by the manufacturer, and often the fix is so expensive that it's easier to simply buy a new device. Fixing it yourself is nearly impossible because spare parts are very hard to come by -- as are the manuals and tools needed to fix even the simplest of problems -- or the components are glued in place.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a problem for everyone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOwning devices is a lot more expensive because cheap repairs aren't possible. Lack of repairability means smartphones or laptops end up being abandoned, perhaps just because one small and cheap component has failed. That decision adds to e-waste and increases pressure on the supply of rare materials. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of the major objectives of right to repair laws is to make repairs much more accessible to all of us. This shift would help consumers save money by getting their devices serviced where they prefer and, most importantly, preserving their products for as long as they can. And the aim is to make sure the right to repair goes beyond laptops and phones to as many devices as possible -- even something as huge as a tractor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne major issue the legislation is trying to tackle is reducing e-waste. According to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Finternational-cooperation\u002Fcleaning-electronic-waste-e-waste#:~:text=There%20are%20also%20problems%20with,neurological%20damage%20and%20diminished%20IQs.\"\u003EUnited States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, consumers and businesses discarded 2.37 million tons of e-waste including televisions, computers, and cell phones in 2009. By having people fix their own phones or find more affordable options, people won't have to dispose of their current products as often, reducing e-waste. Longer lasting hardware, and less e-waste makes right to repair a compelling argument for many.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat do right to repair laws refer to?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the United States, most states have considered some form of a right to repair law, although the first one was passed last year in New York. Often titled the 'Fair Repair Act', these laws refer to the responsibility that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have to provide consumers with the materials necessary to repair their products. These laws would obligate OEMs to make parts accessible to consumers for repairs, distribute manuals, and remove obstacles for both self-repairs and third-party repair servicers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow does e-waste affect the environment? Why should e-waste be reduced?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EE-waste is toxic for the environment and can harm living species -- including humans. The materials used to make electronic devices contain metals and chemicals that are hazardous to human health, such as beryllium, lead, mercury, nickel, and zinc, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Flarge-scale-residential-demolition\u002Felectronic-waste-and-demolition\"\u003Eaccording to the EPA\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fright-to-repair-move-gets-backing-from-president-biden\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERight to repair move gets backing from President Biden\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EE-waste is often transferred to developing countries that practice crude recycling techniques -- such as acid leaching and cable burning -- in attempts to recover valuable substances, including gold, silver, copper, and other valuable metals, according to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.niehs.nih.gov\u002Fresearch\u002Fprograms\u002Fgeh\u002Fgeh_newsletter\u002F2014\u002F2\u002Fspotlight\u002Fewaste_an_emerging_health_risk_.cfm#:~:text=E%2Dwaste%20is%20hazardous%20because,near%20e%2Dwaste%20recycling%20centers.\"\u003ENational Institute of Environmental Health Sciences\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Workers in the informal recycling sectors are heavily exposed to toxic substances, which severely impacts their health. Furthermore, women and children are the most susceptible to these contaminants. Nearly 12.9 million women work in the informal recycling sector, which puts themselves and their unborn children at risk, and more than 18 million children and adolescents engage in those centers to some capacity, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.who.int\u002Fnews\u002Fitem\u002F15-06-2021-soaring-e-waste-affects-the-health-of-millions-of-children-who-warns#:~:text=Other%20adverse%20child%20health%20impacts,as%20cancer%20and%20cardiovascular%20disease.\"\u003Eaccording to the World Health Organization\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhich states have right to repair laws?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs seen on the map below, only two states have actually passed a right to repair law -- New York and Colorado. Each state's laws and protections are slightly different. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b33082ef-bbff-496c-b8d8-f4bcdc98cf7f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Source: repair.org\" data-image-alt-text=\"States with right to repair laws map\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2023-01-20-at-11-10-29-am.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1946\" data-image-height=\"1444\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENew York became the first state to pass a right to repair bill in December 2022, which will go into effect in July 2023. The bill says that OEMs must provide materials, such as parts, manuals, and diagrams, to owners and independent repair providers to facilitate their repairs. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the bill came in for some criticism since it was modified so that OEMs do not have to publicly share any passwords, security codes or materials to override security features.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"twitter_tweet\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Jon Campbell","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FJonCampbellNY","cache_age":"3153600000","height":null,"html":"\u003Cblockquote class=\\"twitter-tweet\\"\u003E\u003Cp lang=\\"en\\" dir=\\"ltr\\"\u003ENew: Gov. Hochul has signed the \\u201cright to repair\\u201d law \\u2014 with the Legislature agreeing to a number of changes, as outlined in her approval message. \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ft.co\\\u002FGUBExlj5BD\\"\u003Epic.twitter.com\\\u002FGUBExlj5BD\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fp\u003E&mdash; Jon Campbell (@JonCampbellNY) \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FJonCampbellNY\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1608327624526548993?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003EDecember 29, 2022\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fblockquote\u003E\\n","provider_name":"Twitter","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com","type":"rich","url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FJonCampbellNY\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1608327624526548993","version":"1.0","width":550}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FJonCampbellNY\u002Fstatus\u002F1608327624526548993\" data-conversation=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe modified, passed bill reads: \"This agreement eliminates the bill's original requirement calling for original equipment manufacturers to provide to the public any passwords, security codes or materials to override security features, and allows for original equipment manufacturers may provide assemblies of parts rather than individual components when the risk of improper installation heightens the risk on injury.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWho's supporting the right to repair movement?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Right to Repair movement has been supported by several organizations, including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.repair.org\u002F\"\u003EThe Repair Association\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpirg.org\u002Fcampaigns\u002Fright-to-repair\u002F\"\u003EPIRG\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. These organizations spread awareness about the issue and inform people on how to advocate for legislation at both a state and federal level. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow can I benefit from right to repair?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to the positive effects that the legislation has on the environment, right to repair laws ultimately will save individuals money. Often, repairs at the OEM can be costly and inconvenient, since you need to seek out a service provider. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith options to repair a product yourself or bring it to a third party, you can compare different servicing fees and locations -- and ultimately pick the one that is best for you. The ability to fix your device at your own convenience should also make you more confident about getting your device repaired in the first place and hopefully extend its life. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat are the arguments against right to repair?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe major argument against right to repair laws is user safety. Opponents argue that, despite having access to a manual and parts, people can still get injured by performing a repair that they are not trained to do. Electronics have lots of intricate components that can be difficult to navigate if you have never seen them before, especially when they are sharp or combustible. Manipulating these parts can result in a serious injury. Another argument opponents make is that, even if you attempt to repair a device using your resources, you might fail and make the problem even worse. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow are companies responding to the right to repair movement?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs consumers become more interested in repairing their own hardware, tech companies are gradually making additions to their repair programs that can help them to do that. For example, Samsung has implemented different servicing options to improve users' experiences with repairs. The first is a self-repair service that partners with iFixit to provide customers with kits and videos, so that they can fix their devices from the comfort of their own homes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you feel more comfortable having your phone repaired by a technician, Samsung offers a Beyond Boundaries program, which sends technicians to your house for at-home repairs as long as you live within a four-hour radius of a Samsung care center. There's also a Samsung Travel Techs program that dispatches technicians to customers outside the radius. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-just-extended-its-at-home-self-repair-service-to-laptops\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESamsung just extended its at-home self-repair service to laptops\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the beginning of January, John Deere signed an agreement that allows farmers to fix their equipment closer to home -- a big win for the right to repair movement. Farmers are often faced with the inconvenience of having to find an OEM service provider to fix their large equipment that is miles away from their farms, making it extremely difficult to get anything fixed. The intent of the agreement is to provide farmers with the tools and software needed to repair John Deere equipment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjohn-deere-delivers-a-win-to-right-to-repair-movement-but-theres-more-work-to-be-done\u002F\"\u003ENew John Deere agreement is a win for the 'right to repair' movement\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn April, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002F2022\u002F04\u002Fapples-self-service-repair-now-available\u002F\"\u003EApple announced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that it was launching a self-repair store that sells parts and tools necessary to fix a problem. Customers will also have access to repair manuals found on Apple's website. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELastly, companies are coming up with sustainable designs for their products that make repairs more intuitive. A great example is the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fframework-chromebook-review-the-most-repairable-future-proof-laptop-yet\u002F\"\u003EFramework Chromebook\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which has completely customizable hardware, allowing you to change any aspect of the hardware -- such as parts, components, batteries, ports, and more -- at any time. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"55d7c8ac-1cb4-423e-a0dd-12fc055b3805\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F55d7c8ac-1cb4-423e-a0dd-12fc055b3805\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-03 13:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The right to repair movement has been causing a stir in politics and tech. Here is everything you need to know.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"685fb92f-0f5a-432d-9e36-84c1d065ad16",image:{id:"10db6a78-1170-46d3-8870-ba081c5e395a",filename:"gettyimages-1188971161.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-20 20:00:43",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Deconstructed smartphone with tools around it on a blue background",credits:"Thanasis\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F20\u002F10db6a78-1170-46d3-8870-ba081c5e395a\u002Fgettyimages-1188971161.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2370,height:1422,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"right-to-repair-what-it-means-and-why-it-matters-to-you",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Right to repair: What it means and why it matters to you",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f6ca5d6a-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Charles McLellan",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Charles",lastName:"McLellan",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9",filename:"charles-mclellan.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:27:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9\u002Fcharles-mclellan.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"I'm the Reviews Editor at ZDNET UK. My experience with computers started at London's Imperial College, where I studied Zoology and then Environmental Technology. This was sufficiently long ago (mid-1970s) that Fortran, IBM punched-card machines and mainframes were involved, followed by green-screen terminals and eventually the personal computers we know and (mostly) love. \r\n\r\nAfter doing post-grad research at Imperial for a while, I got involved in helping to produce a weekly news magazine based in Amsterdam. This was in the mid-1980s, and one of my duties was to set up data communications links with technologically-challenged national newspaper journalists in a number of European cities via a 300-baud modem and an acoustic coupler. Tech support people have my sympathy! \r\n\r\nI've been in computer publishing since the late 1980s, starting with Reed Business Publishing's Practical Computing, then joining Ziff Davis in 1991 to help launch PC Magazine UK as Production Editor. After a couple of years I switched to commissioning, editing and writing, becoming a Technical Editor and then First Looks Editor.\r\n\r\nWhen ZDNet came looking for a Reviews Editor in 2000, I was ready to make the move from print to online — just in time for the dot-com crash! It's been a long road from punched cards to the cloud, but it'll still be fun seeing where we go from here.",profile:c,title:"Senior Editor",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"787c51df-7d58-4dd3-ba0d-447c1a42fb0d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Getty Images \u002F Surasak Suwanmake\" data-image-alt-text=\"Earth & climate change\" data-image-filename=\"tech-sustainability-intro.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFifty years ago, in 1973, the world was a very different place. For one thing, there were just under \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.worldometers.info\u002Fworld-population\u002Fworld-population-by-year\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E4 billion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E people on the planet in that year (I was one of them, aged 17), compared with an estimated \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.un.org\u002Fdevelopment\u002Fdesa\u002Fpd\u002Fsites\u002Fwww.un.org.development.desa.pd\u002Ffiles\u002Fwpp2022_summary_of_results.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E8 billion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E today – a 100% increase in half a century. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.un.org\u002Fdevelopment\u002Fdesa\u002Fpd\u002Fsites\u002Fwww.un.org.development.desa.pd\u002Ffiles\u002Fwpp2022_summary_of_results.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUN's latest projections\u003C\u002Fa\u003E suggest that the global population could grow to around 8.5 billion in 2030, 9.7 billion in 2050, and 10.4 billion in 2100.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe resources consumed and emissions created by this greatly expanded population -- particularly those who live in the developed world and plant the biggest \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.footprintnetwork.org\u002Four-work\u002Fecological-footprint\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eecological footprint\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- are the cause of climate change and biodiversity loss that could pose an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flink.springer.com\u002Farticle\u002F10.1007\u002Fs10584-022-03430-y\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eexistential threat\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to human civilization. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 1973, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.overshootday.org\u002Fabout-earth-overshoot-day\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEarth Overshoot Day\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- the date when humanity's demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year -- fell on 1 December. In 2022, it was 28 July.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETechnology has changed beyond all recognition during the past 50 years. Back in 1973, mainframes and minicomputers still ruled the roost, with personal computers barely off the drawing board -- the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FAltair_8800\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMITS Altair 8800\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was a year away, while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FApple_I\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple I\u003C\u002Fa\u003E didn't appear until 1976. The entire Internet – then known as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FARPANET\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EARPANET\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- could be mapped out on a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.visualcapitalist.com\u002Fpaper-map-early-internet\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esingle piece of paper\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and later that year made its first international connection (to Norway), while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FWorld_Wide_Web\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWorld Wide Web\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wouldn't appear until 1989. The first ever handheld mobile phone call was made by Motorola's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FMartin_Cooper_(inventor)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMartin Cooper\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in New York on 3 April 1973 on a handset weighing 4.4lbs (2kg). Many other examples of startling progress over the past half-century could be cited for other tech sectors.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat is consistent across this 50-year timeframe is that technological advancement does not in itself mitigate the effects of population increase and the distribution of resource consumption -- quite the opposite, in many respects: much of the tech created and used over the past 50 years has contributed significantly to global warming. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.un.org\u002Fen\u002Fstory\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F1131992\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWarning signs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are now flashing all around the globe: the past eight years were the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpublic.wmo.int\u002Fen\u002Fmedia\u002Fpress-release\u002Fpast-eight-years-confirmed-be-eight-warmest-record\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eeight warmest on record\u003C\u002Fa\u003E; the past 2.5 years account for 10% of overall sea level rise since the start of satellite measurements nearly 30 years ago; record-breaking heatwaves were observed in many nations in 2022; and rainfall has been consistently below average in some areas (East Africa) and unprecedented in others (Pakistan). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs the IPCC states in its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ipcc.ch\u002Freport\u002Far6\u002Fwg2\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClimate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability\u003C\u002Fa\u003E report: \"Global warming, reaching 1.5°C in the near-term [2021-2040], would cause unavoidable increases in multiple climate hazards and present multiple risks to ecosystems and humans\". \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre we smart enough to deploy technology more effectively to help create a more sustainable global economy, and can we build and use technology more sustainably? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese are the main questions covered, from various angles, in this ZDNET in-depth special report. In the meantime, here's some more context. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E What is the fate of technological civilizations? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn his excellent and accessible 2018 book \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.adamfrankscience.com\u002Flight-of-the-stars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003ELight of the Stars\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Adam Frank, a \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.pas.rochester.edu\u002Fpeople\u002Ffaculty\u002Ffrank_adam\u002Findex.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eprofessor of astrophysics\u003C\u002Fa\u003E at the University of Rochester, describes a mathematical model of how theoretical technological civilizations might respond to changing conditions on their planets. For simplicity, the model includes just two kinds of energy resources -- one with high planetary impact (like fossil fuels), the other with low impact (like solar energy). At some point, rising planetary temperature causes a civilization to switch energy resources from high to low impact, and the model explores various outcomes for the planet's capacity to support a population of the energy-consuming species.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2ebca08e-8a14-4fed-873a-0883b586ae32\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ETrajectories for population and planetary temperature on theoretical worlds under different conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: W W Norton, from Light of the Stars by Adam Frank\" data-image-alt-text=\"Light of the Stars: model planets\" data-image-filename=\"light-of-the-stars-model-trajectories.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"874\" data-image-height=\"701\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter running multiple simulations, three kinds of trajectory were observed: 'die-off' (A, above), where the population increases, overshoots the planet's carrying capacity, and then reduces until planet and civilization reach equilibrium; the 'soft landing' (B, above), where an early switch to the low-impact energy resource allows a smooth transition to a sustainable equilibrium without overshoot or die-off; and 'full-blown collapse', both without energy resource switching (C, above) and, in some cases, with switching, but too late (D, above). In the latter scenario, Frank writes: \"Once the ball got rolling, the planet's own internal machinery took over. It wasn't coming back to the original climate state, and it took the civilization down with it as it ran away into a new state\".  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, we don't know which, if any, of these trajectories Earth and its human population might follow (although high-resolution \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Froyalsociety.org\u002F-\u002Fmedia\u002Fpolicy\u002Fprojects\u002Fclimate-change-science-solutions\u002Fclimate-science-solutions-modelling.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enext-generation climate models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E based on\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-supercomputer-dominates-the-rankings-and-catching-it-will-take-a-lot-of-work\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E exascale computing\u003C\u002Fa\u003E will help), but the warning signs are there, and it would certainly be wise to avoid dicing with the tipping points that can lead to full-blown collapse.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, global emissions are still too high: the IPCC estimates that 410 gigatonnes of CO2 were emitted between 2010 and 2019, leaving a 'carbon budget' of just 500GtCO2 for the remainder of the 21st century to limit global warming to 1.5°C. As of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fclimateactiontracker.org\u002Fpublications\u002Fmassive-gas-expansion-risks-overtaking-positive-climate-policies\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENovember 2022\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, global temperatures were about 1.2°C above pre-industrial levels and heading for 2.4°C by 2100 under current 2030 targets.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E How does technology contribute to climate change? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"422737e0-09f5-4f8a-9de2-4479280fc495\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Climate Action Tracker\" data-image-alt-text=\"Climate Action Tracker\" data-image-filename=\"cat-2022-11-graph-thermometer-4bars-annotation.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"3630\" data-image-height=\"2970\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe environmental impact of ICT (information and communication technologies) has been covered in detail by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheshiftproject.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Shift Project\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a French think tank that advocates a shift to a post-carbon economy, in a trio of detailed reports: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheshiftproject.org\u002Fen\u002Farticle\u002Flean-ict-our-new-report\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELean ICT - Towards Digital Sobriety\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (2018); \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheshiftproject.org\u002Fen\u002Farticle\u002Funsustainable-use-online-video\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClimate Crisis: The unsustainable use of online video\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (2019); and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheshiftproject.org\u002Fen\u002Farticle\u002Fimplementing-digital-sufficiency\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EImplementing digital sufficiency\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (2021).  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe headline conclusion from the Lean ICT report was that digital technologies -- telecoms networks, data centers, terminals and IoT sensors -- accounted for 3.7% of global greenhouse emissions in 2018 (up from 2.5% in 2013), with energy consumption increasing by 9% a year. Just over half (55%) of digital technology's energy consumption came from its use, and just under half (45%) from its manufacture.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA 'sober digital transition', as The Shift Project calls it, could be achieved by \"buying the least powerful equipment possible, in changing them the least often possible, and in reducing unnecessary energy-intensive uses\". This could reduce growth in energy consumption from 9% per year to 1.5%, the think tank estimated, while noting that this is still not compatible with Paris Agreement objectives.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurther efforts will clearly be required to reduce the environmental footprint of digital technology, especially in the developed world: in 2018, the average American owned 10 digitally connected devices and consumed 140GB of data per month, compared to one device and 2GB\u002Fmonth in India, The Shift Project said.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-geothermal-plant-is-surrounded-by-lava-it-could-help-solve-techs-energy-problem\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis giant geothermal plant is surrounded by lava. It could help solve tech's energy problem\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe think tank's second report concentrated on online video, which, it estimated, generated 60% of world data flows and 300 million tons of CO2 in 2019, or 1% of global emissions. Four main types of online video content were identified: video on demand (e.g. Netflix, Amazon Prime, 34%); pornography (27%), 'Tubes' (e.g. YouTube, Dailymotion, 21%); and others (e.g. video hosted on social networks, 18%). Mitigating the environmental impact of online video would mean reducing the use and size of video files, and regulation of different types of usage, the report argued.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA key component of any sustainable digital transition will be a move to a more \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FCircular_economy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecircular economy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, where instead of manufacturing, using, disposing of and replacing tech products, device lifetimes are extended via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Frepair.eu\u002Fabout\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erepair\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, refurbishment and reuse, and component materials re-enter the (ideally closed-loop) process via recycling rather than becoming \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fweee-forum.org\u002Fwho-we-are\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ee-waste\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and going to landfill, causing pollution and requiring replacement minerals and metals to be extracted (resulting in further environmental damage). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E What are companies doing to improve sustainability? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECheck the websites of most large companies and SMEs, and you'll find statements, with varying levels of detail, extolling their environmental and social responsibility and commitment to increased sustainability across their supply chains.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese sentiments are evident in a regular report from research firm \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fiot-analytics.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIoT Analytics,\u003C\u002Fa\u003E which does keyword analysis on the quarterly CEO earnings calls of some 1,500 US-listed companies. In its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fiot-analytics.com\u002Fwhat-ceos-talked-about-q3-2022\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EQ3 2022\u003C\u002Fa\u003E report, sustainability was discussed by 21% of CEOs, along with climate (14%) and emissions (13%), continuing a long-term positive trend since 2019 -- albeit with dips in early 2020 and Q3 2022 when discussion about the transition to a more sustainable economy was temporarily overridden by concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and economic uncertainty respectively. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"f71f2687-5624-463a-8d29-49d303fc9476\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: IoT Analytics\" data-image-alt-text=\"IoT Analytics: sustainability trend\" data-image-filename=\"iot-analytics-sustainability-2019-2022.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"4414\" data-image-height=\"2317\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIoT Analytics notes that \"most CEOs seem convinced that the push towards more sustainability [will] be beneficial for their enterprises\" -- a view supported by a November 2022 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.gartner.com\u002Fen\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002F2022-11-14-gartner-survey-finds-87-percent-of-business-leaders-expect-to-increase-sustainability-investment-over-the-next-two-years\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGartner survey\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which found that 87% of business leaders expect to increase their organization's investment in sustainability over the next two years, with the main drivers being customers (80%), investors (60%), and regulators (55%).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurther support for the value of investing in sustainability comes from an early 2022 report by the Deloitte Economics Institute entitled \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww2.deloitte.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fpages\u002Fabout-deloitte\u002Farticles\u002Feconomic-cost-climate-change-turning-point.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Turning Point: A new economic climate in the United States\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This suggests that if global warming reaches around 3°C by 2100, \"economic damages would grow and compound, affecting every industry and region in the country,\" making it \"harder for people to live and work due to heat stress, rising sea levels, damaged infrastructure and reduced agricultural productivity\".  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusiness travel, energy consumption in the spotlight as sustainability jumps up the agenda\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeloitte's analysis suggests that insufficient action on climate change could cost the US economy $14.5 trillion over the next 50 years, with the loss of nearly 900,000 jobs each year. By contrast, the report argues, rapid decarbonization over the same period could add $3 trillion to the economy and nearly 1 million jobs by 2070. The UK government's recent \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.gov.uk\u002Fgovernment\u002Fnews\u002Fnet-zero-review-uk-could-do-more-to-reap-economic-benefits-of-green-growth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENet Zero Review\u003C\u002Fa\u003E comes to a similar conclusion: \"Delivering net zero is the industrial revolution of our time -- and climate change the greatest threat...we must grab this opportunity, there is no future economy but a green economy\".  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEconomic incentives, driven primarily from the ground up by customers, will give companies the impetus to invest in sustainability. But what specific actions can they take in order to decarbonize and move towards more sustainable operations? One route is by signing up to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsciencebasedtargets.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EScience Based Targets initiative\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (SBTi).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA partnership between \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cdp.net\u002Fen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECDP\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unglobalcompact.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUnited Nations Global Compact\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wri.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWorld Resources Institute\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (WRI), and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.worldwildlife.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWorld Wide Fund for Nature\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (WWF), SBTi, which also collaborates with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wemeanbusinesscoalition.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWe Mean Business Coalition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, defines and promotes best practice in reductions of greenhouse gas emissions and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsciencebasedtargets.org\u002Fresources\u002Ffiles\u002FNet-Zero-Standard.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enet-zero\u003C\u002Fa\u003E targets, provides technical assistance and resources to companies wishing to set science-based targets, and convenes a team of experts to provide companies with independent assessment and validation of targets. All \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsciencebasedtargets.org\u002Fresources\u002Ffiles\u002FSBTi-Target-Validation-Service-Offerings-December-2021-1.pdf#how-do-you-validate-targets-as-science-based\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efor a price\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, of course (although discounts for SMEs and exemptions for some companies in developing countries are available).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe SBTi currently has 4,382 companies taking action on climate change, 2,141 of them with science-based targets and 1,625 with net-zero commitments. So, how are the top tech companies doing when it comes to being good climate citizens?  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe took the top 20 technology companies in the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.forbes.com\u002Flists\u002Fglobal2000\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EForbes Global 2000\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and examined their near-term, long-term and net-zero SBTi status:  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECompany\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EForbes Global 2000 rank\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESBTi near-term target status\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESBTi long-term target status\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESBTi Net Zero status\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlphabet\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E11  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMicrosoft  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E14  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVerizon  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E19  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2030, 2035)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAT&T  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2024, 2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETencent  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E28  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChina Mobile  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E31  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba Group  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E33  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFacebook (Meta)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E34  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntel  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E51  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENTT  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E53  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (FY2030\u002F31)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESony  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E56  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (FY2035)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (FY2040)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFY2040  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETSMC\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E58  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeutsche Telekom  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E66  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESiemens  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E77  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ecommitted  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECisco  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E92  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (FY2030)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5° (FY2040)  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFY2040  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIBM  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E98  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOracle  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E115  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E  \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGenerally speaking, the world's top tech companies are good climate citizens: 14 out of the top 20 (70%) have signed up with SBTi -- five expressing their commitment to setting science-based targets and nine with near-term targets already set (all aiming for reductions consistent with 1.5°C, most by 2030). Eight of the top tech companies are either committed (6) or targeted (2) to achieve net-zero status in the long term.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlthough it's not in the top 20 listed above, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.lenovo.com\u002Fpressroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Flenovo-commits-net-zero-by-2050-validated-by-science-based-targets-initiative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELenovo\u003C\u002Fa\u003E recently announced the validation of its commitment to reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 -- \"the first PC and smartphone maker and one of only 139 companies in the world with a net-zero target validated by SBTi,\" the company claims. Lenovo has had validated \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.lenovo.com\u002Fpressroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fscience-based-targets-initiative-for-next-generation-emission-reduction-targets\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enear-term targets\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (1.5°C \u002F 2030) since 2020.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are six absentees from SBTi among the top 20 tech companies, but that doesn't mean they are dragging their heels on climate change. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.samsung.com\u002Fglobal\u002Fsamsung-electronics-announces-new-environmental-strategy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESamsung\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is committed to enterprise-wide net-zero status by 2050, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intel.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fwww\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fnews\u002Fnet-zero-greenhouse-gas-emissions-operations.html#gs.mbsuao\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIntel\u003C\u002Fa\u003E by 2040, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpr.tsmc.com\u002Fenglish\u002Fnews\u002F2865\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETSMC\u003C\u002Fa\u003E by 2050, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewsroom.ibm.com\u002F2021-02-16-IBM-Commits-To-Net-Zero-Greenhouse-Gas-Emissions-By-2030\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIBM\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (impressively) by 2030, and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.oracle.com\u002Fsustainability\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOracle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E by 2050. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chinamobileltd.com\u002Fen\u002Fesg\u002Fsd\u002F2021\u002F08.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChina Mobile\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, meanwhile, has a wide-ranging green and low-carbon operations plan. Also, although Apple, for example, does not have a formal SBTi net-zero commitment or target, the company has a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fenvironment\u002Fpdf\u002FApple_Environmental_Progress_Report_2022.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eclear policy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to make all of its products carbon neutral by 2030. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurther evidence of commitment to sustainability comes from leading PC and device manufacturers -- including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lenovo.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fsustainability-resources\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELenovo\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hp.com\u002Fus-en\u002Fhp-information\u002Fsustainable-impact\u002Fplanet-product-solutions.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHP\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dell.com\u002Fen-us\u002Fdt\u002Fcorporate\u002Fsocial-impact\u002Fadvancing-sustainability.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDell\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fenvironment\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Fexplore\u002Fsustainability\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESamsung\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- who are all increasingly embracing sustainable and recycled materials, designing more modular and repairable products, and pledging to minimize e-waste. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4e5246b5-7ffc-4acd-bcca-626d5032278f\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAnnounced at CES 2023, HP's latest 27-inch All-in-One PC uses 40% post-consumer recycled plastic in the enclosure, 75% recycled aluminum in the stand arm and neck, and 100% recycled polyester in the felt base cover. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: HP\" data-image-alt-text=\"HP 27-inch All-in-One PC\" data-image-filename=\"hp-27-inch-all-in-one-pc.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1650\" data-image-height=\"1100\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen there are smaller vendors such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EFairphone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fframe.work\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EFramework\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which specialise in modular phones and laptops respectively. There's also a growing market for refurbished PCs, with a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.marketresearch.com\u002FQYResearch-Group-v3531\u002FGlobal-Refurbished-PC-Research-14240533\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E2021 valuation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of $9.34 billion, rising to an estimated $14.76bn (6.8% CAGR) by the end of 2027. We should always be wary of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FGreenwashing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreenwashing\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, of course, but it does seem as though technology companies are now paying a lot more than lip service to the environment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe road ahead\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs the world's population heads towards 10 billion-plus in 2100, the window of opportunity for limiting global warming to 1.5°C, per the 2015 Paris Agreement, is closing rapidly. Technology has contributed significantly to global warming over the past 50-plus years, but tech companies are increasingly signing up for verifiable, science-based emission-reduction targets, and embracing sustainable and recycled materials, designing more modular and repairable products, and pledging to minimize e-waste. Innovation in areas like carbon capture, renewable energy, battery technology, the Internet of Things, and remote sensing will also have a big part to play in climate mitigation going forward.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENews on climate change can seem relentlessly bad, but there are grounds for hope. In January this year, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.un.org\u002Fen\u002Fstory\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F1132277\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe UN announced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that the Earth's ozone layer, which protects the planet's inhabitants from harmful ultraviolet rays, was on track to recover to 1980 values within four decades. This marks the success of the 1987 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unep.org\u002Fozonaction\u002Fwho-we-are\u002Fabout-montreal-protocol\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMontreal Protocol\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which regulated the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances such as CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). \u003Cbr\u003E \u003Cbr\u003E\"Ozone action sets a precedent for climate action. Our success in phasing out ozone-eating chemicals shows us what can and must be done -- as a matter of urgency -- to transition away from fossil fuels, reduce greenhouse gases and so limit temperature increase,\" said Petteri Taalas, secretary-general of the World Meterological Organization (\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpublic.wmo.int\u002Fen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWMO\u003C\u002Fa\u003E).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-03 13:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"We need to build and use technology more sustainably, and deploy it more effectively in the fight against climate change.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"97ad98cf-1c21-48ab-b014-3368b385eb3a",image:{id:"787c51df-7d58-4dd3-ba0d-447c1a42fb0d",filename:"tech-sustainability-intro.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-16 10:51:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Earth & climate change",credits:"Getty Images \u002F Surasak Suwanmake",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F16\u002F787c51df-7d58-4dd3-ba0d-447c1a42fb0d\u002Ftech-sustainability-intro.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:900,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-for-a-sustainable-future-the-challenges-and-opportunities-ahead",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech for a sustainable future: The challenges and opportunities ahead",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f6ca5d6a-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Charles McLellan",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Charles",lastName:"McLellan",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9",filename:"charles-mclellan.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:27:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9\u002Fcharles-mclellan.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"I'm the Reviews Editor at ZDNET UK. My experience with computers started at London's Imperial College, where I studied Zoology and then Environmental Technology. This was sufficiently long ago (mid-1970s) that Fortran, IBM punched-card machines and mainframes were involved, followed by green-screen terminals and eventually the personal computers we know and (mostly) love. \r\n\r\nAfter doing post-grad research at Imperial for a while, I got involved in helping to produce a weekly news magazine based in Amsterdam. This was in the mid-1980s, and one of my duties was to set up data communications links with technologically-challenged national newspaper journalists in a number of European cities via a 300-baud modem and an acoustic coupler. Tech support people have my sympathy! \r\n\r\nI've been in computer publishing since the late 1980s, starting with Reed Business Publishing's Practical Computing, then joining Ziff Davis in 1991 to help launch PC Magazine UK as Production Editor. After a couple of years I switched to commissioning, editing and writing, becoming a Technical Editor and then First Looks Editor.\r\n\r\nWhen ZDNet came looking for a Reviews Editor in 2000, I was ready to make the move from print to online — just in time for the dot-com crash! It's been a long road from punched cards to the cloud, but it'll still be fun seeing where we go from here.",profile:c,title:"Senior Editor",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a762bdf3-fcf9-4095-8d70-62625e2a6c3f\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"P. Steeger \u002F Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Renewable energy: solar & wind\" data-image-filename=\"renewables-solar-wind.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F03\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEstimates suggest technology is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.statista.com\u002Fstatistics\u002F1255404\u002Fglobal-ict-products-relative-carbon-footprint-forecast-by-products\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eone of the biggest contributors to rising carbon emissions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. But as well as contributing to the problem, technology can be a key weapon in the fight against climate change. Can we innovate our way out of trouble via technical fixes, and which are the key mitigation technologies? Here are five top candidates. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. Carbon capture, removal, and storage \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IPCC's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ipcc.ch\u002Freport\u002Fsixth-assessment-report-working-group-3\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClimate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change\u003C\u002Fa\u003E report noted that continued high rates of emissions mean that excess CO2 removal is now required to reach net zero emissions in the required timeframe. According to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.c2es.org\u002Fcontent\u002Fcarbon-capture\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECenter for Climate and Energy Solutions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, at least 26 commercial-scale carbon capture projects were operating around the world as of 2020, with 21 more in early development and 13 in advanced development.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. Renewable energy \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe need to move to renewable energy sources will drive plenty of future innovation: in November 2021, data science\u002Finformation company \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.startus-insights.com\u002Finnovators-guide\u002Ftop-10-renewable-energy-trends-2022\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EStartUs Insights\u003C\u002Fa\u003E analysed 5,152 startups and scaleups to get a picture of the key developments.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"362eef72-7395-4411-b665-58053326af04\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: StartUs Insights\" data-image-alt-text=\"Renewable energy innovations: Top 10\" data-image-filename=\"renewable-energy-startups-trendresearch-innovationmap-startus-insights.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023-01-16 11:38:50.000000\" data-image-width=\"1280\" data-image-height=\"960\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe biggest impact, this research revealed, will come from advanced photovoltaics, AI and big data, distributed energy storage systems and hydro power, followed by wind energy, bioenergy, grid integration, green hydrogen, advanced robotics, and blockchain. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Batteries and energy storage \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERechargeable batteries will provide an efficient way of storing renewable electricity on grids of various sizes, as well as powering electric vehicles and all manner of digital devices. According to the UK's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Froyalsociety.org\u002F-\u002Fmedia\u002Fpolicy\u002Fprojects\u002Fclimate-change-science-solutions\u002Fclimate-science-solutions-batteries.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERoyal Society\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, new lithium ion batteries will deliver lower cost, extended life, enhanced energy density, increased safety, and faster charging, and they will also be more sustainable, easier to recycle, and last longer. Next-generation batteries -- including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FSodium-ion_battery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esodium ion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fchemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\u002Fdoi\u002F10.1002\u002Fbatt.202000330\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emultivalent-ion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FFlow_battery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eredox flow\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FSolid-state_battery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esolid-state\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpubs.acs.org\u002Fdoi\u002F10.1021\u002Facsenergylett.8b02212\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emetal-sulphur\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpubs.acs.org\u002Fdoi\u002F10.1021\u002Facsenergylett.7b00119\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emetal-air\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- should have even lower costs and substantially higher energy densities. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Smart homes, buildings, cities, grids, agriculture \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IPCC's Climate Change 2022 report notes that \"Digital technologies can contribute to mitigation of climate change and the achievement of several SDGs [Sustainable Development Goals]. For example, sensors, internet of things, robotics, and artificial intelligence can improve energy management in all sectors, increase energy efficiency, and promote the adoption of many low-emission technologies, including decentralised renewable energy, while creating economic opportunities\".  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\"\u003EBusiness travel, energy consumption in the spotlight as sustainability jumps up the agenda\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the report also notes the potential negative aspects of multiple 'smart' sectors, including growth in digital device usage, increased e-waste, job losses, and an exacerbated digital divide. \"Digital technology supports decarbonisation only if appropriately governed,\" the IPCC concludes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Remote sensing of greenhouse gas emissions \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn order to identify priorities and formulate policies, reliable and timely information on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is required. That's where projects like \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fclimatetrace.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClimate TRACE\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a Google-funded global non-profit \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fclimatetrace.org\u002Fabout\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecoalition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, comes in, deploying AI and machine learning to analyze data from over 300 satellites, more than 11,000 air-, land- and sea-based sensors, and additional public and commercial information to provide a global independent inventory of GHG emissions based primarily on direct observation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c0883e99-780c-4372-aa30-8d7c7ae6d15f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Climate TRACE\" data-image-alt-text=\"Climate TRACE: remote sensing of CO2 emissions\" data-image-filename=\"climate-trace-map.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023-01-16 11:36:05.000000\" data-image-width=\"1736\" data-image-height=\"987\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fclimatetrace.org\u002Fnews\u002Fmore-than-70000-of-the-highest-emitting-greenhouse-gas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENovember 2022\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, during the COP27 conference, Climate TRACE released emissions data for over 70,000 sites -- including power plants, steel mills, urban road networks, and oil and gas fields. These sites are the top known sources of emissions in the power sector, oil and gas production and refining, shipping, aviation, mining, waste, agriculture, road transportation, and the production of steel, cement, and aluminum. Among the top countries that report their oil and gas production emissions to the UN, Climate TRACE found that emissions were as much as three times higher than self-reported data.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-aims-to-reach-net-zero-carbon-emissions-by-2050\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESamsung aims to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"In the next year, Climate TRACE will expand and refine its facility-level inventory from at least the top 500+ sources of emissions per sector represented in the Q4 2022 edition of the inventory to cover every major industrial-scale source of emissions in the world,\" the non-profit coalition said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-08 14:00:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Our ever-expanding use of technology is helping to push carbon emissions upwards, but it could be used to bring them down too. Here's how.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"e6dd639e-e40f-4e4f-86fd-2e92673a740d",image:{id:"a762bdf3-fcf9-4095-8d70-62625e2a6c3f",filename:"renewables-solar-wind.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-03 08:14:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Renewable energy: solar & wind",credits:"P. Steeger \u002F Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F03\u002Fa762bdf3-fcf9-4095-8d70-62625e2a6c3f\u002Frenewables-solar-wind.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:900,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"fighting-climate-change-these-5-technologies-are-our-best-weapons",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Fighting climate change: These 5 technologies are our best weapons",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f6ca5d6a-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Charles McLellan",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Charles",lastName:"McLellan",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9",filename:"charles-mclellan.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:27:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd2fd20c3-acb9-4370-b08a-614b87257fb9\u002Fcharles-mclellan.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"I'm the Reviews Editor at ZDNET UK. My experience with computers started at London's Imperial College, where I studied Zoology and then Environmental Technology. This was sufficiently long ago (mid-1970s) that Fortran, IBM punched-card machines and mainframes were involved, followed by green-screen terminals and eventually the personal computers we know and (mostly) love. \r\n\r\nAfter doing post-grad research at Imperial for a while, I got involved in helping to produce a weekly news magazine based in Amsterdam. This was in the mid-1980s, and one of my duties was to set up data communications links with technologically-challenged national newspaper journalists in a number of European cities via a 300-baud modem and an acoustic coupler. Tech support people have my sympathy! \r\n\r\nI've been in computer publishing since the late 1980s, starting with Reed Business Publishing's Practical Computing, then joining Ziff Davis in 1991 to help launch PC Magazine UK as Production Editor. After a couple of years I switched to commissioning, editing and writing, becoming a Technical Editor and then First Looks Editor.\r\n\r\nWhen ZDNet came looking for a Reviews Editor in 2000, I was ready to make the move from print to online — just in time for the dot-com crash! It's been a long road from punched cards to the cloud, but it'll still be fun seeing where we go from here.",profile:c,title:"Senior Editor",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"df3dfd8b-eb76-434e-963c-79a61f21f7f4\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Lenovo\" data-image-alt-text=\"lenovo-campus-intro.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"lenovo-campus-intro.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2018\u002F12\u002F04\" data-image-width=\"770\" data-image-height=\"578\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's widely accepted that global temperature increase needs to be limited to 1.5 degrees over pre-industrial levels, and that we need to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in order to avoid the possibility of catastrophic climate breakdown. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET recently spoke with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fin\u002Fmaryjacques\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMary Jacques\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, executive director of global ESG and regulatory compliance at Lenovo, about how the company is contributing to the battle against climate change.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ETechnology companies, including Lenovo, may well have historically contributed to global warming, but can you summarise the impetus for them to now become better -- and even exemplary -- environmental citizens? What are the key drivers here? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0af61e70-1564-4185-be88-0e082497bb86\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EMary Jacques, executive director of global ESG and regulatory compliance at Lenovo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Lenovo\" data-image-alt-text=\"Mary Jacques, Lenovo\" data-image-filename=\"lenovo-mary-jacques.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"3640\" data-image-height=\"3432\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a great question, and this is not new for Lenovo as we've had climate change commitments in place for over a decade. But we shifted gear starting in 2020, focusing on our own operations and the biggest areas of impact that we have in our value chain. There are many drivers, but we recognise that this is a very big challenge and that globally every organization -- whether it be a government or a company -- has a role to play.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe also recognize that it's something our customers are keenly interested in; many of them have their own goals, but they expect us as a partner and a supplier to help them on their journey. Investors also see there's risk in climate change: how well the company responds to climate change, and how well we address risk, is really critical for investors to evaluate the long-term sustainability of an organization. Last but not least, it's important to our employees personally, from individuals working at Lenovo all the way up to our senior leadership.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ELenovo recently \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.lenovo.com\u002Fpressroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Flenovo-commits-net-zero-by-2050-validated-by-science-based-targets-initiative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003Eannounced\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cem\u003E that it was among the first group of 139 companies to receive validation from the \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsciencebasedtargets.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003EScience-Based Targets initiative\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cem\u003E (SBTi) for its goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 -- and also that it was the first PC and smartphone maker to get such validation. Can you briefly describe the SBTi, how its emission-reducing goals are set and validated, and how progress towards them is monitored? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe SBTi is a partnership between CDP (the Carbon Disclosure Project), the UN, the World Resources Institute, and other organizations that are very knowledgeable about climate change science. The reason we have chosen to align with the SBTi is that, frankly, there has been a lot of noise in this space: there are a lot of organizations making commitments -- maybe bold commitments and taking big actions -- but without a common standard, and a common set of terminology, goals, and measures, there's really no way to ensure that we're all aligned and ultimately trying to address the underlying issue and limit greenhouse gas warming to 1.5 degrees. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo, the SBTi is really the leading body in setting these standards, and they have been validating climate change targets for many years. In fact, our previous set of goals were validated by the SBTi, but it wasn't until 2021 that they released a new net-zero standard. That's significant because it really defines what organizations need to do across multiple industries in order to achieve net zero by 2050, or whatever applies to the particular industry. So, we worked with the SBTi to adjust our previous generation of goals and to set new net-zero goals, which they validated -- and we were one of the first companies, and the first PC and smartphone company, to go through that process. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to making sure our goals are aligned with the standard and with the global scientific consensus, the other really important part of alignment with the SBTi is that we are holding ourselves accountable and that we're going to disclose our progress, and look at our progress and look at the science on a regular basis, and adjust as needed. So we're not just setting a goal for 2050 and walking away saying, \"We hope we make it\". We're going to continue to report our progress: we've set mid-term goals for 2030 that help us measure whether we're on track, but even for those we'll continue to evaluate and adjust our goals as needed -- if the science changes, or if our business changes, or if other factors influence what we need to do. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EHow big a challenge will it be for Lenovo to achieve its near-term and long-term science-based targets -- and can you give some specific examples of measures the company is taking to meet those goals? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGetting to net zero is a huge challenge -- perhaps the biggest challenge we're facing as a society and an economy right now. So, it will be something that no organization can do alone: it's going to require co-operation across all sectors of the economy -- between governments and corporations, and between different types of industries, whether it's power, technology, automotive, shipping -- you name it. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the good thing is, for Lenovo and many of our customers, this is not something we're just starting -- we have a pretty solid foundation that we're basing our programs on. For us that's everything from a very mature environmental management system that helps us assess our impact and set annual goals, to a strong governance structure at the executive level that requires us to measure and report our progress on a regular basis. So we've got good checks and balances from a structure standpoint. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe activities we have to undertake include everything from looking at our own operations -- our R&D sites, our manufacturing sites -- and optimizing the carbon and energy efficiency of those sites. We're doing that through several different means: we're certainly looking at making them as energy-efficient as possible, making physical plant improvements, and installing renewable energy on site wherever possible, and then looking at new innovative measures. One example is a manufacturing site in China, one of our larger sites, for notebooks and phones, where we just worked with a standards body to develop a new carbon-neutral certification for factories. So, it really sets a bar, not just for Lenovo, but for others in our industry who want to think about the carbon impact of a plant as it's being built or remodelled. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo, there are lots of opportunities on the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Fclimateleadership\u002Fscope-1-and-scope-2-inventory-guidance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EScope 1 and 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E side, which would be our own emissions. But by far our biggest impact from a carbon perspective is with our \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Fclimateleadership\u002Fscope-3-inventory-guidance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EScope 3\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, or value chain emissions -- that's 99% of our impact. In that area, the biggest impact areas are, first, our own products -- what's called the 'use of sold products'. When a customer buys a PC or a phone or a server and they use it, energy is consumed and that energy causes emissions, and those are part of our Scope 3 emissions. For that part of our program, we're looking at driving down the energy use of our products, minimizing the carbon footprint, and maximizing the carbon efficiency. We do that through incremental changes, and also via big changes in technologies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA great example of a bigger change would be our \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lenovo.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fservers-storage\u002Fneptune\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENeptune\u003C\u002Fa\u003E water-cooled servers, which instead of using electricity to power fans that cool the servers, use warm water to more efficiently cool servers in a data center environment. That's a technology shift that we think is one of many innovations that will help drive this transition at a product level.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c745f414-378d-4dd3-bbe6-c28f15b92fd9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELenovo's Neptune Direct to Node (DTN) technology utilizes warm-water cooling (up to 50⁰C) to remove heat from a server's CPUs, memory, I\u002FO, local storage, and voltage regulators.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Lenovo\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lenovo Neptune cooling\" data-image-filename=\"lenovo-neptune-cooling.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"968\" data-image-height=\"544\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA couple of other big areas for our Scope 3 include our suppliers -- what's considered 'purchased goods and services'. We're really trying to partner with our suppliers to help them along this journey, and to lead by example. We're pushing the Science-Based Targets initiative and net-zero standards as being the gold standard in terms of commitments: in theory, if everybody is aligned, we should all be marching towards the same goal -- working with suppliers on disclosure and measuring, and giving feedback on their performance.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen last, but not least, the third biggest area is global logistics -- how we move our products. In that space, there's a lot of exciting change happening quickly -- everything from \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftheicct.org\u002Fpublication\u002Ftco-battery-diesel-delivery-trucks-jun2022\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eelectrifying the last mile\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to sustainable aviation and marine fuels. We're not a global logistics company, but we are working with partners that can offer carbon-optimized shipping. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EReducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with IPCC targets is clearly good for the planet -- but is it also good for Lenovo's business? In particular, are customers getting the message and showing a preference for buying sustainable products \u003C\u002Fem\u003E--\u003Cem\u003E 'green' smartphones, laptops, desktops and servers, for example?  \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EIn other words, does sustainability sell, or do you have to persuade customers that it's a good thing? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely -- customers care about this, and it's good for Lenovo's business. It's something we've seen for many years: customers want to do business with a company that is responsible, both in terms of climate change but also other areas as well. More and more customers are using sophisticated ways to measure performance; so whether it's an eco-label like Energy Star or EPEAT or TCO, for many years our customers have demanded those sorts of certifications; \tor really detailed requests for information about product carbon footprints, which we do provide at a product level.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne great example of a tool that customers use is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cdp.net\u002Fen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECDP\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which is the Carbon Disclosure Project -- many of our largest customers request that we participate in that, and we request that our suppliers participate as well. That's a great platform because it has thousands of organizations reporting and responding to the same set of questions, so you can really start to assess how well an organization is performing, and I'm really proud that Lenovo is at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.lenovo.com\u002Fpressroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Flenovo-recognized-leader-in-climate-change-and-water-security-cdp\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eleadership level for CDP climate change and CDP water security\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EAre there plans to increase the number of Lenovo products with environmental certifications? Is there further to go along those lines? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe have very strong participation from the PC and server businesses in some of these standards, and phones as well. But instead of expanding it more broadly in our portfolio, because we actually have a pretty broad reach, I think what we're seeing is that the standards themselves are demanding more -- that's where the growth is happening, and we're responding to that. But we do have very good coverage across all our product lines in these different programmes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EWhen it comes to the 'circular economy' -- which involves better repairability, refurbishment, and recycling programmes, and more responsible e-waste disposal -- what does Lenovo's report card look like? How much of this is done by Lenovo itself, and how much by third parties \u003C\u002Fem\u003E--\u003Cem\u003E and if the latter, how closely are their operations monitored? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a good question, and the circular economy issue is so big. If you think about it from a lifecycle perspective, you've got the design decisions that we're making -- to make products more repairable, to extend their life -- and we have a lot of examples of work we're doing to assess ourselves in that area.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe other thing we think about from a design perspective is using circular materials -- sourcing materials that are either recovered from post-consumer waste streams or specifically closed-loop, post-consumer waste streams. We have a very strong story there, and a very long history of using recycled content in our products. And in 2017, we started sourcing not just post-consumer content, but closed-loop, post-consumer waste streams -- which are essentially used IT and electronics. We started in 2017 with a handful of products, and by 2021 we were up to around 248 products (I don't have the 2022 number yet). That's not just desktops and monitors, but also servers, notebooks, keyboards. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the other end, once a product does reach end of life -- which we hope will be after a long time -- how do we facilitate responsible resource recovery and recycling? Lenovo does not itself, at any large scale, operate its own recycling operations: we rely on third-party partners that specialize in this -- all over the world. We do require, though, that any supplier we use, any partner, meets our global standards for product end-of-life management. So, we have several different audit partners that go out and audit suppliers and make sure they meet Lenovo and other third-party standards before they can be used. And where we're trying to close the loop, to tie it back to the closed-loop plastic example, is by connecting those end-of-life suppliers with our materials suppliers to identify waste streams. Because we're not resin producers, but we're trying to help those two industries solve a problem, which is mixed plastic -- kind of a challenging waste stream, so we're trying to create a market for that by using it in our products. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EAs well as creating more sustainable product lifecycles, has Lenovo made any basic technological advances that might help in the battle against climate change? I'm thinking of areas like carbon capture and removal, renewable energy, next-generation battery technology, smart devices in all manner of locations... \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of my favourite examples, because Lenovo has a very large manufacturing footprint, is the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.lenovo.com\u002Fpressroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Flenovo-announces-breakthrough-innovative-pc-manufacturing-process\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elow-temperature solder\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that we invented. It's a new way of soldering in the PC manufacturing and PC component-manufacturing process that uses the same basic ingredients as the previous generation of solder, but in slightly different ratios, and this allows us to lower the temperature of the ovens on the manufacturing lines. We started this on our notebook lines, and have shipped many millions of notebooks made with this process. What's significant is that we're not just using it in our own manufacturing, but we've also given this technology away. So, we're allowing our partners and suppliers, and others in the industry, to use this technology, both for components that they're supplying to us and also to other customers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is really significant because it allows us to lower the temperature by 35% on the lines, and while that's just one part of the overall manufacturing process, I truly think that the path to net zero will be made up of all these innovations that may be incremental and impact different parts of the business -- whether it's the Neptune water-cooled servers, a product design feature, or low-temperature solder, a specific manufacturing process. All of these pieces together will become part of the solution and help us along the path to net zero. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EFinally, as the first PC & smartphone maker with an SBTi-validated net-zero target, do you think that other leading manufacturers will be swift to follow Lenovo's example? In other words, are you optimistic that tech companies will play a full and active part in the fight against climate change? \u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI think so, and I'm super-proud that we're the first PC and smartphone manufacturer to get this validation. But I think we're part of an industry that's very much part of the solution. We can help our customers and other parts of the economy get to net zero -- there's going to be so much investment in new technology that's needed to support the grid, to support the infrastructure, to support individual customers. Truly, I think our industry has a huge role to play. While we're the first, I don't expect us to be the last.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2a654035-00ad-47db-b3d9-abdf7dfb9113\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2a654035-00ad-47db-b3d9-abdf7dfb9113\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-22 15:11:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Here's how one large tech company is contributing to the battle against climate change.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"8853559a-795f-4310-bafa-d1d95258f7e5",image:{id:"df3dfd8b-eb76-434e-963c-79a61f21f7f4",filename:"lenovo-campus-intro.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2018-12-04 08:59:28",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Mary Jacques, Lenovo",credits:"Lenovo",caption:"\u003Cp\u003Exxx\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2018\u002F12\u002F04\u002Fdf3dfd8b-eb76-434e-963c-79a61f21f7f4\u002Flenovo-campus-intro.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:770,height:578,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"sustainability-and-net-zero-the-path-lenovo-is-taking",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Sustainability and net zero: The path Lenovo is taking",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"10af6e14-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"lenovo",name:"Lenovo",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"35e7efdb-10d7-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Mark Samuels",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Mark",lastName:"Samuels",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"a31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",filename:"marksamuels.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2014-11-18 11:27:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2014\u002F11\u002F18\u002Fa31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57\u002Fmarksamuels.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Mark Samuels is a business journalist specialising in IT leadership issues. Formerly editor at CIO Connect and features editor of Computing, he has written for various organisations, including the Economist Intelligence Unit, The Guardian, The Times, The Sunday Times and Times Higher Education.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"029c52ae-35d4-4020-81ba-b0b6b4264a06\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Maskot\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"business-meeting\" data-image-filename=\"business-meeting.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"5700\" data-image-height=\"3800\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESustainability is rising up the agenda in many businesses, but when it comes to tech it's still a challenge to find support and get started with projects.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETech analyst Gartner says sustainability measures will be among companies' \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmetaverse-ai-and-super-apps-watch-out-for-these-top-tech-trends-in-2023\u002F\"\u003Etop three priorities during the next few years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, with pressure from consumers (80%) and regulators (55%) seen as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\"\u003Emajor factors in this shift\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of the key areas where companies will need to act is to make technology use more sustainable: estimates suggest the IT industry \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Ffuture\u002Farticle\u002F20200305-why-your-internet-habits-are-not-as-clean-as-you-think\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccounts for about 4% of global carbon\u003C\u002Fa\u003E emissions, with data centers being the most significant \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.statista.com\u002Fstatistics\u002F1255404\u002Fglobal-ict-products-relative-carbon-footprint-forecast-by-products\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Econtributors of greenhouse gases in the IT sector\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, making up as much as half of that total. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAny attempt by business leaders to act on sustainability will require detailed insight into how IT resources are consumed and how this use affects compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Ftech-and-sustainability-how-companies-are-getting-started\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETech and sustainability: How companies are getting started\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, while that data-led insight is critical to taking affirmative action, the message from digital leaders is that it can be hard work to develop an in-depth understanding of how IT companies are striving to provide their resources in a sustainable manner. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETake Mark O'Brien, senior platform manager at Leeds Building Society, who says his organization is undertaking a range of programs -- from sustainable asset disposal to IT resource consolidation and onto the application of Dynatrace AIOps technology -- to help with the move towards more efficient and effective technology operations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll these steps are a move in the right direction. Yet O'Brien also recognizes organizations can't strive to hit these targets in isolation -- and technology vendors could be more proactive when it comes to helping the businesses they serve to act in a sustainable manner. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"I think there is more that the IT industry could be doing,\" he says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"There are some quite good areas that I've seen popping up. But that is largely in hardware and peripherals, asset disposal, and things like that. I also recognize that it's quite difficult from a sustainability point of view for a software-as-a-service provider to demonstrate what they're doing in terms of sustainability.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's something that resonates with Athina Kanioura, chief strategy and transformation officer at PepsiCo, who suggests IT vendors aren't doing enough to help businesses understand how the technology resources they use impact carbon emissions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShe believes the explanation for this deficiency is that many providers are also trying to work out what to do.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"And that's not because they don't want to -- it's because they don't know where to start,\" she says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We've talked with all the big companies, and asked, 'what do you have in terms of offerings?' They are often at the beginning of the journey. They don't have out-of-the-box infrastructure or platforms that they can offer.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPepsiCo's answer is to take sustainability monitoring into its own hands.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKanioura's team is building a bespoke data platform to create a consolidated source of information that makes it easier to track regulatory compliance across the organization and ensure ESG factors are part of every business decision.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, while some IT leaders feel progress towards achieving sustainable technology practices has been slower than they might have liked, advances are being made -- slowly. Looking further out, business leaders should expect tech-led innovations in other areas of sustainability monitoring. And innovative technologies may offer new ways of looking at the problem, too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGeoff Uyleman, security analyst at GigaOm, says blockchain -- which has received much criticism because of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcryptocurrency-should-bitcoin-mining-be-curbed-in-europe-swedish-authorities-say-yes\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epower-intensive efforts required to power cryptocurrency and NFT generation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- could help advance how the IT supply chain works together to track and trace progress toward ESG goals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Sustainability is the ideal use case to solve because decentralized collaboration is the only way blockchain can succeed,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-geothermal-plant-is-surrounded-by-lava-it-could-help-solve-techs-energy-problem\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis giant geothermal plant could help solve tech's energy problem\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUyleman gives the example of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.5ire.org\u002Fabout-5ire\"\u003EIndia-based 5ire Chain\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which is focused on monitoring economic and environmental sustainability by using open-source distributed ledger technology and programmable ESG ranking services. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe says professionals should keep an eye on the market for other pioneers in this area, perhaps by working alongside other organizations in their sector.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a sentiment that chimes with Andrew Briggs, strategic manager for sustainability and green infrastructure at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, who says partnerships are crucial to success.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Business leaders should look for opportunities to collaborate with industry peers on common objectives in the field of sustainability,\" he says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Ftech-for-a-sustainable-future-the-challenges-and-opportunities-ahead\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech for a sustainable future: The challenges and opportunities ahead\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHis organization formed a strategic collaboration with Siemens in April 2017 to deliver a series of energy-saving projects from lighting to heating.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBriggs is keen to work with other public sector organizations, such as schools and colleges, universities, and hospitals, to develop an integrated approach to energy use. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We're trying to take something on and do the right thing. It's taken us 10 years to get from a nice idea to delivering stuff. It's not an easy thing to do,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBriggs says business leaders who want to boost sustainability efforts must find ways to work with like-minded organizations -- and the role played by forward-thinking vendors is critical.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"There's only so much we can do, but there are different ways we can approach it,\" he says. \"I think there is a requirement for software and hardware manufacturers to talk to us more about how these different strategies should integrate.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-03-01 14:00:21",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Technology providers have taken some steps in the right direction, but business leaders still need more help.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"75689e42-f699-447c-b754-1f902b3a6068",image:{id:"029c52ae-35d4-4020-81ba-b0b6b4264a06",filename:"business-meeting.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-28 11:54:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"business-meeting",credits:"Maskot\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F28\u002F029c52ae-35d4-4020-81ba-b0b6b4264a06\u002Fbusiness-meeting.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:5700,height:3800,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"green-tech-is-hard-work-heres-how-to-find-more-support",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Green tech is hard work. Here's how to find more support",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"97e448d5-eecb-4b4e-9e00-04cef3eaaaa4",username:"scondon1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Stephanie",lastName:"Condon",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"bca73539-dbd2-46c5-8de4-f286b3d3e73b",filename:"stephanie-condon.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:37:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fbca73539-dbd2-46c5-8de4-f286b3d3e73b\u002Fstephanie-condon.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Stephanie is a senior staff writer for ZDNET based in Portland, Oregon. She covers cloud computing, AI, the space industry and other innovation-related topics. She previously covered politics for CBSNews.com, as well as the intersection of technology and politics for CNET. Stephanie graduated with a B.A. in communication from Stanford University.",profile:c,title:"Senior Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ee76635a-86a6-4961-872d-d98023ec2f1f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Getty Images\u002FJustin Paget\" data-image-alt-text=\"Woman taking picture of woods with smartphone\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1278601077.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F03\u002F14\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESmartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are the world's most popular consumer electronics device, with around 4.5 billion in use last year, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww2.deloitte.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Finsights\u002Findustry\u002Ftechnology\u002Ftechnology-media-and-telecom-predictions\u002F2022\u002Fenvironmental-impact-smartphones.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccording to Deloitte\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Meanwhile, smartphone makers continue to churn out new versions of their products every year, and we keep buying more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's natural to wonder, then, what kind of environmental impact all these smartphones are having on the world. How much is the device in your pocket contributing to global emissions? What about the damage it may do to the environment before or after it's in your possession? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fhow-to-make-tech-more-sustainable-five-practical-ways-to-make-it-happen\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to make tech more sustainable\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll these smartphones generate 146 million tons of CO2 or equivalent emissions (CO2e), Deloitte's Technology, Media, and Telecommunications division estimated in its comprehensive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww2.deloitte.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fdam\u002Finsights\u002Farticles\u002FGLOB164581_TMT-Predictions-2022\u002FDI_TMT-predictions-2022.pdf?icid=learn_more_content_click\"\u003ETMT Predictions 2022\u003C\u002Fa\u003E report. Meanwhile, the internal components of smartphones can be made of toxic metals, making them difficult to safely dispose of.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut tracing the environmental footprint of a single smartphone is hard to determine. It's difficult to say just how \"green\" your smartphone is, given how many different elements are involved in its production. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0675f82e-220f-4501-b6d2-3bb0000e80e7\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Stephanie Condon\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Graphic cell phone and emissions graphic on globe\" data-image-filename=\"green-yellow-playful-illustration-environmental-benefits-infographics-poster.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"2304\" data-image-height=\"1728\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ETracking emissions and other harms\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne thing is clear, however: The production of a new smartphone has a far greater environmental impact than actually using one. So for consumers concerned about their own impact on the environment, the greenest move they can make is to hold off on buying a new device for as long as possible.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-trade-in-your-old-devices-for-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to trade in your old devices for Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"There are lots of steps in the manufacturing process which are quite energy intensive,\" says Paul Lee, Deloitte's global head of research for tech, media and telecoms. \"So by the time the phone arrives in a box, in the consumer's hands, the vast majority of the lifetime emissions of that device would have been emitted.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4c0ac0c8-ed93-4c79-aa9c-026e9b9043e6\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Stephanie Condon\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Stacked bar chart of global smartphone emissions\" data-image-filename=\"emissionschart.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"2304\" data-image-height=\"1728\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bulk of 2022 smartphone emissions -- an estimated 83% -- came from the 1.4 billion devices produced just last year, Deloitte says. That includes emissions from manufacturing the phones, shipping them, and their first year of use.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnot-just-another-initiative-how-pepsico-is-combining-innovation-and-sustainability\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E'Not just another initiative': How PepsiCo is combining innovation and sustainability\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA brand-new smartphone generates an average of 85 kilograms in emissions in its first year of use, with just 5% of its emissions coming from actual usage -- most of the emissions come from mining raw materials and the rest of the manufacturing process.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"What the consumer has in their hand is something quite sleek and shiny, but the step before that involves lots of extraction of raw materials,\" Lee says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4a2393e3-83a0-4f8b-a119-3c672c651ff9\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Stephanie Condon\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Materials in cell phones\" data-image-filename=\"materials.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"2876\" data-image-height=\"1868\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are certain elements necessary for electronic devices that come from countries and regions currently in conflict, creating more challenges and risks associated with their extraction. This includes \"essential components which aren't needed in any great quantity, but they're essential,\" Lee said. \"So that's what creates the friction point.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-geothermal-plant-is-surrounded-by-lava-it-could-help-solve-techs-energy-problem\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis giant geothermal plant is surrounded by lava. It could help solve tech's energy problem\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen, refining raw materials and assembling components take place in very controlled environments. For example, up to 30% of a semiconductor fabrication plant's operational costs come from the energy needed to maintain constant temperature and humidity. Semiconductor factories have to be very close to a major source of energy and are often near a major source of water to support the manufacturing process.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"82e7fd52-75d0-4f5f-8080-b5960d6f158c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn January 2022, chip manufacturer TSMC introduced three functions of an AI-powered water chiller system to improve energy efficiency at its factories. By November, the company said it saved 2 million kWh of electricity and reduced its carbon emissions by 1,000 metric tons. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"TSMC\" data-image-alt-text=\"AI-powered water chiller system by TSMC\" data-image-filename=\"tmsc.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"880\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy this point, the building blocks of your smartphone have already traveled through many hands -- from those responsible for acquiring the raw materials, as well as the many vendors that make different smartphone components. For smartphone vendors -- not to mention the consumer -- it can be challenging to track the carbon emissions footprint and the greater environmental impact of each device up to this point.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwant-to-save-your-aging-computer-try-these-5-linux-distributions\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWant to save your aging computer? Try these 5 Linux distributions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's a huge challenge for smartphone brands -- actually understanding the emissions that go into creating that device,\" Ben Stanton, technology, media, and telecoms research manager at Deloitte, tells ZDNET. \"They may not have perfect visibility all the way down the supply chain. So if they -- as a central player in the creation -- struggle, then for the consumer to really comprehend all of those things is very, very challenging.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow green is the greenest phone? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmong smartphone vendors, Apple claims to have one of the \"greenest\" devices. According to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fenvironment\u002Fpdf\u002Fproducts\u002Fiphone\u002FiPhone_13_Pro_PER_Sept2021.pdf\"\u003EProduct Environmental Report\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fapple-iphone-13-pro-max\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EiPhone 13 Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the device has a 69 kg carbon footprint throughout its entire life cycle, from production to recycling -- notably better than the 85 kg in emissions an average smartphone produces in just its first year of existence. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fthese-speakers-are-built-out-of-recycled-ocean-plastics-heres-how-theyre-made\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThese speakers are built out of recycled ocean plastics. Here's how\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not surprising Apple can boast a relatively \"green\" phone, given the company's size and worth, which gives Apple more leverage over its suppliers. Still, the \"greenest\" aspect of an iPhone may simply be its available lifespan. The latest version of the iPhone's operating system, iOS 16, is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsupport.apple.com\u002Fguide\u002Fiphone\u002Fsupported-models-iphe3fa5df43\u002F16.0\u002Fios\u002F16.0\"\u003Ecompatible with models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E going back to the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"8e20843f-a25f-46ea-97ab-fa5572c001b5\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FApple-iPhone-GSM-Unlocked-64GB\u002Fdp\u002FB0775MV9K2\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhone 8\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which was released in late 2017. This means iPhone 8 users can continue to use their nearly six-year-old device, knowing Apple is protecting it with the latest security updates.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3d1b5049-ad5d-4c5b-9d21-5be1a75f2503\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EApple launched the iPhone 8 in 2017. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Zhang Peng\u002FLightRocket\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hands holding an iPhone, taking a picture of other people\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-857381952.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"5000\" data-image-height=\"3199\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung last year started offering \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.samsung.com\u002Fglobal\u002Fsamsung-sets-the-new-standard-with-four-generations-of-os-upgrades-to-ensure-the-most-up-to-date-and-more-secure-galaxy-experience\"\u003Eup to five years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of security updates to help protect select \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-samsung-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGalaxy devices\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Other manufacturers only offer two years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConsidering that the typical lifespan of a smartphone falls between two and five years, Deloitte estimated that the average smartphone generates an average of just eight kilograms of emissions from actual usage during its working life.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-install-linux-on-an-old-laptop\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to install Linux on an old laptop\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The actual usage of a phone is really, really trivial\" in terms of emissions Lee notes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow trade-ins help\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you're ready to get a new phone, the green option is to take advantage of one of the many trade-in deals that mobile carriers provide. Then, your old device can be resold, thereby lessening the demand for new devices.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ea0f00df-d31e-4887-a9be-d6f381088463\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAssurant says that in Q3 2022, the average age of a device at trade-in was 3.46 years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Assurant\" data-image-alt-text=\"Infographic of age of device\" data-image-filename=\"smartphonesinfographic.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1478\" data-image-height=\"555\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"An iPhone 11 or an iPhone 12 may be an old device for you, but there are many markets where they want that device but can't afford to spend the $800, $900 or $1,000,\" Biju Nair, who leads the Connected Living business for Assurant, said to ZDNET. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-prepare-your-phone-to-trade-in\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to prepare your phone for trade-in\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAssurant is a risk management business. Among other things, its Connected Living segment runs device trade-in programs for mobile carriers. Carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile typically offer customers incentives to bring in their old devices, allowing people to trade them in for newer phones. Assurant provides software that gives carriers to value of a device coming in, and it helps the carrier verify that the device isn't stolen.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Every device that is collected, or the vast majority of them, gets repurposed, in some way, shape or from,\" Nair said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-apple-products-you-shouldnt-buy-this-month-march-2023-edition\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Apple products you shouldn't buy this month\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile the trade-in programs help make the smartphone market greener, they also are financially appealing to mobile carriers.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"As a consumer, when you get money in your pocket, you're inclined to spend more of that money in the store,\" Nair explained. \"So you came in to buy an iPhone 14, and you might end up buying an iPhone 14 Pro, you might buy a set of AirPods.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4c6d7319-3b0e-4bd5-ad75-4fac51da2f9b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"IDC\" data-image-alt-text=\"Statistics for used devices\" data-image-filename=\"useddevices.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1403\" data-image-height=\"394\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"true\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETrade-in programs are driving the growth of the used smartphone market, research firm IDC reported. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.idc.com\u002Fgetdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS50005523\"\u003EWorldwide shipments of used smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, including officially refurbished and used smartphones, came to around 282.6 million units in 2022, IDC said -- that's a double-digit increase over the 253.4 million units shipped in 2021. IDC forecasts that used smartphone shipments will reach 413.3 million units in 2026.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fflip-phones-and-digital-cameras-gen-zs-need-for-retro-gadgets-is-much-wiser-than-you-realize\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFlip phones to digital cameras, Gen Z's love of retro gadgets is smarter than you realize\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENair called the trade-in programs a \"win-win-win\" for everyone involved -- customers get money for their old device, carriers get more sales, and consumers in other markets get access to devices they otherwise couldn't afford.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"And it's exceptional for the environment,\" he added, \"Because these devices don't end up in landfill.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhere recycling fits in \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen a device is truly at the end of its life, some components can be recycled. According to California's Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), 80% of a cell phone can be reused. Precious metals contained within the circuit board such as gold, silver, and platinum are the most valuable commodities. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fright-to-repair-what-it-means-and-why-it-matters-to-you\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERight to repair: What it means and why it matters to you\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to voluntary survey reporting data, 3.66 million cell phones were recycled in California in 2021, the DTSC told ZDNET. The department suggests that the state's strong recycling record received a boost from the California Cell Phone Recycling Act of 2004, which requires cell phone retailers to collect used phones for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal at no cost to the consumer. Since 2019, the estimated recycling rates of cell phones sold and recycled in California have risen from about 19% to 35%.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ce2c6fbc-5e45-41c4-b712-721a4f8a3297\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"California DTSC\" data-image-alt-text=\"Phone recycling statistics\" data-image-filename=\"phonerecycling.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1155\" data-image-height=\"687\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe technology enabling smartphone recycling continues to improve. In 2020, Apple debuted a new \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002F2020\u002F07\u002Fapple-commits-to-be-100-percent-carbon-neutral-for-its-supply-chain-and-products-by-2030\u002F\"\u003Erecycling robot called \"Dave,\"\u003C\u002Fa\u003E which disassembles an iPhone's Taptic Engine to better recover key materials like rare earth magnets and tungsten. It also enables the recovery of steel, after the Apple robot named \"Daisy\" disassembles the iPhone's various components. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"codesnippet\" data-code=\"PGlmcmFtZSBzcmM9Imh0dHBzOi8vc2hhcmUubmV3c3Jvb20uYXBwbGUvbmV3c3Jvb20vZW1iZWQvdmlkZW9zLz9lbWJlZHZpZGVvaWQ9MzBlNGJmNGVmZjU2MjRjYTRkNjE3NDZmYzFlNjJlOTUiIHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjM2MCIgdGl0bGU9Ik1lZXQgRGF2ZSIganV4dGFwb3NlIGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbj48L2lmcmFtZT4=\" data-encoding=\"base64\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeloitte's Lee is optimistic about the smartphone market becoming more sustainable, simply because greener business practices align with market economics. Top tier phones don't change much from one generation to the next, Lee noted -- giving consumers reason to hang onto their devices longer, or to consider used devices.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-old-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe top old phones to buy (because new doesn't always equal best)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The rate of change in the phone isn't going to be as big as it was over the last eight years,\" he said. \"So that means that their longevity will become greater. It's not necessarily that consumers are choosing to lower emissions... They may just prefer to buy a five year-old prestige phone than a brand new budget phone.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"55d7c8ac-1cb4-423e-a0dd-12fc055b3805\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F55d7c8ac-1cb4-423e-a0dd-12fc055b3805\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today - US\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-03-14 16:31:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Tracing the eco footprint of a single smartphone means following a long and winding path.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"9a6c0641-ff27-4494-90c3-ac9d868c6c14",image:{id:"ee76635a-86a6-4961-872d-d98023ec2f1f",filename:"gettyimages-1278601077.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-03-14 16:25:31",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"hands holding an iphone, taking a picture of other people",credits:"Zhang Peng\u002FLightRocket via Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EApple launched the iPhone 8 in 2017. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F14\u002Fee76635a-86a6-4961-872d-d98023ec2f1f\u002Fgettyimages-1278601077.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2121,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"just-how-bad-is-your-phone-for-the-planet-and-what-can-you-do-about-it",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Just how bad is your phone for the planet -- and what can you do about it?",topic:{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"44ae38fb-10d8-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Rajiv Rao",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Rajiv",lastName:"Rao",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"fb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a",filename:"rajiv-rao-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2013-11-25 15:49:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2013\u002F11\u002F25\u002Ffb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a\u002Frajiv-rao-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Rajiv is a journalist and filmmaker who is interested in how new technologies, innovation, and disruptive business forces are shaking things up in India.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1fdc7928-db67-402d-bfd1-bd5c51d30128\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EResearchers at the Johannes Kepler University in Austria have been able to replace unrecyclable plastic in the substrate of electronic chips and batteries with the skin of the \u003Cem\u003EGanoderma\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003Cem\u003Elucidum\u003C\u002Fem\u003E species of mushroom\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Doris Danninger, Johannes Kepler University\" data-image-alt-text=\"Mushrooms growing in grass with an electronic circuit on top of paper-like subsance in front of it\" data-image-filename=\"myceliotronics.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F05\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"1201\" data-image-height=\"674\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the last few years, mushrooms have become truly magical. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey've become a favorite vegan substitute for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.scientificamerican.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-mushroom-leather-is-being-made-into-hermes-handbags\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eleather\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. You can find high-end mushroom bags and clothing designed by the likes of Stella McCartney and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.scientificamerican.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-mushroom-leather-is-being-made-into-hermes-handbags\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHermes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E displayed prominently in trendy boutiques. Mercedes-Benz is using mushrooms to make seat \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.miamiherald.com\u002Fnews\u002Fnation-world\u002Fnational\u002Farticle258010323.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecushions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for its upcoming, all-electric EQXX sedan. And hallucinogenic varieties of mushrooms have even been found to significantly alleviate treatment-resistant \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hopkinsmedicine.org\u002Fnews\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fnews-releases\u002Fpsilocybin-treatment-for-major-depression-effective-for-up-to-a-year-for-most-patients-study-shows\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edepression\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, sparking a revolution in mental-health healing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fhow-to-make-tech-more-sustainable-five-practical-ways-to-make-it-happen\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to make tech more sustainable: 5 practical ways to make it happen\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, researchers at Johannes Kepler University in Linz, Austria have unearthed what might turn out to be the most significant use for this humble fungi yet -- one that could play a pivotal role in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fgreen-tech-is-hard-work-heres-how-to-find-more-support\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emitigating global warming\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA team headed by scientist Martin Kaltenbrunner recently \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.science.org\u002Fdoi\u002F10.1126\u002Fsciadv.add7118\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edevised\u003C\u002Fa\u003E a way to use hardy, easily-grown, fungi as a biodegradable base material -- or substrate -- for electronics chips. (Their findings were published in the journal \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.science.org\u002Fdoi\u002F10.1126\u002Fsciadv.add7118\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003EScience Advances\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMushrooming e-waste \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKaltenbrunner has a long-standing obsession with the intersection of sustainability, material science, and engineering. For example, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonlinelibrary.wiley.com\u002Fdoi\u002Ffull\u002F10.1002\u002Fadma.202004413\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehe completed research a few years ago\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that looked at employing sustainable materials in robotics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen it came to his latest research, the team looked at the basic building block of all electronic circuits -- computer chips -- with the intention of redesigning the substrate, or the cooling base in which the circuitry sits and which is made of unrecyclable plastic polymers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftrack-your-carbon-emissions-with-this-new-app\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to track your carbon emissions with this new app\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese plastics form the second-biggest component (at 37%) by mass in a chip, but are thrown away after use and sit on landfills, leaking CO2 for hundreds of years and contributing to the 50 million tons of e-waste generated every year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe miracle of 'myceliotronics'\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, unlike unrecyclable plastics that use petroleum in their manufacture, the mushroom used for this experiment was the Ganoderma lucidum, which grows on dead hardwood trees, and has a long history of promoting health and longevity in Asia. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe skin this mushroom generated to cover its root-like appendage, called a mycelium, from other fungi and bacteria was of great interest to the team.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F5-ways-to-keep-your-smartphone-working-like-new-for-longer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E5 ways to keep your smartphone working like new, for longer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen they dried out the skin and put it through its paces, they found it could withstand temperatures of 200°C (390°F), and was a very good insulator and conductor. The skin also easily accommodated circuit boards after being metalized and stiffened by the deposition of copper, chromium and gold.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother favorable property of this impressive fungi was that it's thickness is similar to paper -- a substance that would have also worked as a substrate, but was rejected due to its highly water-intensive and toxic chemical-soaked process of production. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5bea35a5-85ef-45f0-9a87-d18ebcc1de47\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe mushroom-skin substrate was found to be both resilient and shape adaptive\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Doris Danninger et al in Science Advances, Vol 8, Nos 45\" data-image-alt-text=\"A stiff brown material in light brown with several horizontal white tape-like substance running across that is also folded several times\" data-image-filename=\"mushroombase.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F05\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe mushroom substrate, on the other hand, could be bent as much as 2,000 times without causing it distress and was so shape-adaptive that it transcended the kind of planar geometry in chip design that engineers have to wrestle with. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fimagine-your-phone-lasting-5-years-this-company-guarantees-that\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EImagine your phone lasting 5 years. This company guarantees that\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The prototypes produced are impressive and the results are groundbreaking,\" \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.newscientist.com\u002Farticle\u002F2346702-computer-chip-made-using-mushroom-skin-could-be-easily-recycled\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esaid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Andrew Adamatzky, professor in unconventional computing at the University of the West of England, in New Scientist.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKaltenbrunner and his crew envision the mushroom-encased chip will work in wearable, low-powered and short-lived bluetooth sensors for humidity and proximity, as well as in radio tags.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the mycelum's ability to keep out moisture and UV light means it could easily last for a few hundred years. The research team is also advocating for a whole new concept of batteries after successfully using the mushroom skins as battery separators as well as casing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Ftech-and-sustainability-how-companies-are-getting-started\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETech and sustainability: How companies are getting started\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best news of all: the production of these \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchipotle-doubles-down-on-robots-fake-meat\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emushrooms treads ever so lightly\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on the Earth -- in fact, the more CO2 available for their production, the better. The team was able to effortlessly grow and harvest mature mycelium on beechwood in just four weeks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd, when the time is up for these devices, they can quietly biodegrade in any soil and vanish in under two weeks -- which is the kind of dream that engineers need to embrace to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fyou-just-got-a-new-smartphone-heres-what-to-do-with-your-old-one\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esave the world\u003C\u002Fa\u003E from the onslaught of unsustainable electronic consumption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today - US\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-05-09 18:29:31",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Scientists in Austria have come up with a novel way to replace unrecyclable plastic polymers that form the base, or substrate, of electronic chips with this easy-to-grow and high-performing fungi.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b62de6df-c4b7-43e8-96a8-4b1eadd3367b",image:{id:"1fdc7928-db67-402d-bfd1-bd5c51d30128",filename:"myceliotronics.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-05-09 17:54:21",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Mushrooms growing in grass with an electronic circuit on top of paper-like subsance in front of it",credits:"Doris Danninger, Johannes Kepler University",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EResearchers at the Johannes Kepler University in Austria have been able to replace unrecyclable plastic in the substrate of electronic chips and batteries with the skin of the \u003Cem\u003EGanoderma\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003Cem\u003Elucidum\u003C\u002Fem\u003E species of mushroom\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F09\u002F1fdc7928-db67-402d-bfd1-bd5c51d30128\u002Fmyceliotronics.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1201,height:674,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"these-mushroom-based-chips-could-power-your-devices-and-help-save-our-planet",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"These mushroom-based chips could power your devices and help save our planet",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"35e7efdb-10d7-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Mark Samuels",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Mark",lastName:"Samuels",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"a31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",filename:"marksamuels.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2014-11-18 11:27:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2014\u002F11\u002F18\u002Fa31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57\u002Fmarksamuels.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Mark Samuels is a business journalist specialising in IT leadership issues. Formerly editor at CIO Connect and features editor of Computing, he has written for various organisations, including the Economist Intelligence Unit, The Guardian, The Times, The Sunday Times and Times Higher Education.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7e096cd2-a818-4483-ae73-5c108b7ae7b0\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"business-meeting\" data-image-filename=\"business-meeting.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"2120\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EProfessionals are finally waking up to the importance of environmental action -- \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\"\u003E87% of business leaders aim to increase their company's sustainability measures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E during the next few years, according to tech analyst Gartner.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy 2026, 75% of organizations will increase business with IT vendors that have demonstrable sustainability goals and timelines and will seek to replace vendors that do not, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.gartner.com\u002Fen\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002F2023-01-31-gartner-predicts-70-percent-of-technology-sourcing-leaders-will-have-environmental-sustainability-aligned-performance-objectives-by-2026\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGartner predicts\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Yet a desire to change direction is simply the starting point. So, how can organizations use technology to turn long-term ambitions for sustainability into practical steps forward? Here are a few ideas to start with.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ECreate a prioritization framework\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAthina Kanioura, chief strategy and transformation officer at PepsiCo, says that establishing a strategy and a set of priorities is a critical first step to delivering sustainability.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMany organizations will already have long-term goals in place for delivering environmental benefits and a sense of how technology might help reduce carbon emissions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDelivering on these bigger environmental aims will mean creating a set of mini objectives for people across the IT department and out into the business. But if deadlines and working relationships aren't established effectively at the beginning, targets will be missed, and effort will be wasted.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"You can get lost in the details with sustainability,\" she says. \"You must think of the bigger picture. Start with your long-term commitments and work backwards.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fpepsico-is-working-with-startups-to-tap-new-sources-of-innovation-heres-how-it-does-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPepsiCo is working with startups to tap new sources of innovation. Here's how it does it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKanioura advises other professionals to create a prioritization framework, which maps all the things the team will need to focus on along the way.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Think of whatever your company has to deliver between now and 2030,\" she says. \"I use a prioritization framework for everything. It shows your ability to deliver, the complexity you'll need to deliver, and the potential financial impact.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the framework in place, split the work into manageable chunks. And if your target is the end of the decade, don't be scared about delivering early.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"You might do the math and realize that it will take approximately five years to complete the work. If we have a 2030 target, we're not waiting to start until 2025 -- we're starting this year,\" she says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"But be realistic about the effort that it takes to deliver those commitments and split it into chunks, so the work doesn't become overwhelming. Otherwise, everything can become extremely costly.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EDeliver some tangible wins\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZarah Al-Kudcy, head of commercial partnerships at Formula 1, says while motor racing involves cars zooming around a racetrack at high speeds, the cars account for less than 1% of the sport's overall carbon emissions footprint, with 40% accounted for by logistics and the movement of F1's teams around the world during the race season.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBusiness travel, energy consumption in the spotlight as sustainability jumps up the agenda\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"To give you a hard example, we produce our international broadcast for every single race and that work entails having a production team on site, as well as all the camera rigging. We have 25-plus cameras, and then you have your production team, signage, lighting, and audio.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAl-Kudcy says leading from the front involves using digital technology -- and in F1's case, that means cutting emissions through remote operations and working to ensure it doesn't have to transport so many people or as much freight around the world. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Over the past two years -- and COVID-19 was a big accelerator of this because we obviously needed to limit the number of people travelling around -- we ended up moving a lot of those broadcast processes to the cloud.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EProduce long-term benefits\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAndrew Briggs, strategic manager for sustainability and green infrastructure at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, says a reduction in carbon emissions involves an integrated approach.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe council formed a strategic collaboration with Siemens in April 2017. Almost six years on and the two organizations have worked on a series of energy-saving projects that are helping to cut emissions and reduce costs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We spent quite a bit of time talking about what the future might look like and trying to build some proposals that were based on understanding the implications going forward,\" he says. \"So, there was a lot of time spent up front and then we started to think very carefully about how we program those things together.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-turn-your-old-devices-into-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to trade in your old tech for Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe council has invested £6.24 million in the initiative so far, which includes a £4.34 million grant from the UK's Public Sector Decarbonization Scheme, council funding, and private sector investment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe project covers a range of measures across 11 council buildings, including the introduction of three combined heat and power systems to generate electricity on-site, air source heat pumps to heat swimming pools, and a city-wide LED lighting upgrade. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe scheme also includes the introduction of Siemens' Desigo building-management system, which allows the council to control the other technologies they've introduced, and the power used.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe projects across 11 public buildings in the city have reduced annual CO2 emissions by 1,415 tons and saved the council £628,258 per year in energy costs. Overall power consumption has been decreased by 4,07,272 kWh, while gas consumption has fallen by 2,864,974 kWh.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBriggs says any attempt to make sustainability work is a long-term game -- and the council continues to search for ways to improve energy performance and reduce carbon emissions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"What we want to do is go back and look at all of the other buildings and other assets that we've got,\" he says. \"We'll take another look at all our buildings in the context of a world that is another five years or so on from when we started this work.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-07 16:20:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Sustainability can seem like a very distant goal. But there are ways to make it more achievable.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"9e351c63-839e-47e0-8178-19747c2951f6",image:{id:"7e096cd2-a818-4483-ae73-5c108b7ae7b0",filename:"business-meeting.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-31 10:50:47",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"business-meeting",credits:"Image: Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F31\u002F7e096cd2-a818-4483-ae73-5c108b7ae7b0\u002Fbusiness-meeting.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2120,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-and-sustainability-how-companies-are-getting-started",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech and sustainability: How companies are getting started",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"61c1e602-3e74-431a-ac7c-bd8d6ea28c5c",username:"almurray1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Allison",lastName:"Murray",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"7e9c49be-428d-4ec9-a8e5-fd042c608cad",filename:"allison-murray.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:41:13",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F7e9c49be-428d-4ec9-a8e5-fd042c608cad\u002Fallison-murray.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Allison Murray is a writer based in Chicago. She has years of reporting experience on a wide variety of tech-related topics and breaking news at various outlets like Digital Trends and Lifewire. Her work has been published on ABC News, Good Morning America, and Yahoo Finance. She is a graduate of Southern Illinois University where she majored in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"02af2719-b197-467d-834f-3636c2c87498\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Maridav \u002F Shutterstock\" data-image-alt-text=\"A girl holding her arms out in a forest\" data-image-filename=\"sustainability.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F10\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEveryone knows basic ways to have a gentler environmental impact: recycle plastic and aluminum, walk or take public transport if you can, turn off the lights when you leave a room, unsubscribe to junk snail mail and more. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESure, you can reduce, reuse, and recycle all you want, but when it comes to our tech devices, we could do a lot to be more sustainable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe idea of sustainability is broad, but experts recommend looking at not only what tech products you buy, but how you use your devices can make even a little impact on being more \"green\" with technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9434b8e9-615a-44dc-a874-1918a704a2e6\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Nipitpon Singad \u002F EyeEm--Gettyimages\" data-image-alt-text=\"smartphone-recycling.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"smartphone-recycling.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F02\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ETake stock of your own sustainability and look at your lifestyle\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.org\u002Fen-us\u002Fget-involved\u002Fhow-to-help\u002Fcarbon-footprint-calculator\u002F\"\u003ENature Conservancy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the average US citizen has a yearly carbon footprint of 16 tons, compared to the global rate of about four tons.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen looking at our own impact on sustainability, Ed Anderson, a distinguished analyst at Gartner, says you should consider what sustainability means, and what's important to you individually.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"If you actually ask people, 'What do you mean by sustainability?' it's harder to get to something more concrete,\" he tells ZDNET. \"So, the competencies for us this year will be to understand what sustainability really looks like.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESustainability for each person could be different, especially depending on your lifestyle. The Nature Conservatory has a handy sustainability calculator that estimates your carbon footprint based on where you live, how often you travel, what car you drive, and your diet.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo sure, you could recycle plastic water bottles, but maybe you throw away old phones or GPS devices in the trash as soon as they stop working? Anderson says every little habit counts when it comes to sustainability, and utilizing technology in the right way to help us gauge our carbon footprint is vital.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We need to get to this point where it's not just about sustainability; it's about the specific things, the specific activities that lead us to the right sustainability outcomes,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ERecycle your devices, but make sure it's the proper way\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERecycling your old devices should be as easy as purchasing them, but not everyone knows how or where to get rid of old gadgets, resulting in a growing amount of electronic waste (e-waste).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dosomething.org\u002Fus\u002Ffacts\u002F11-facts-about-e-waste\"\u003Ee-waste is the fastest growing waste stream\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in America: the world produces as much as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unep.org\u002Fnews-and-stories\u002Fpress-release\u002Fun-report-time-seize-opportunity-tackle-challenge-e-waste\"\u003E50 million metric tons of e-waste annually\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're not already recycling your unused smartphones, cameras, computers, and other gadgets, you should be. The good news is there's many ways and various places where you can properly recycle your old tech gadgets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest Buy Recycling:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYour local \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fservices\u002Frecycling\u002Fpcmcat149900050025.c?id=pcmcat149900050025\"\u003EBest Buy accepts old electronics\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (up to three items per household per day) to recycle. Best Buy takes everything from appliances to inks and toners to video game consoles and even robot vacuums. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAmazon:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-trade-in-your-old-devices-for-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\"\u003Etrade in your old devices for Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fl\u002F9187220011\u002F?tag=zdnet-deals-20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAmazon Trade-In portal\u003C\u002Fa\u003E lets you turn in Amazon devices, such as Kindles, Fire tablets, Echo speakers, or Ring doorbells, for up to 25% off a new qualifying Amazon device. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESamsung Take Back & Recycling Program:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESamsung has \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.samsung.com\u002Fus\u002Faboutsamsung\u002Fsustainability\u002Fenvironment\u002Fresponsible-recycling\u002Fprograms\u002F\"\u003Ee-waste collection sites\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in all 50 states, so you can easily drop off used tech products. You can drop off electronics at one of the Samsung Experience Stores and Samsung Care locations or one of 500 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ubreakifix.com\u002F\"\u003EuBreakiFix\u003C\u002Fa\u003E locations, a partner of Samsung. The company reuses and recycles all devices into a product that can be used again. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EApple's Trade-In Program:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Apple users, you can trade in any device in any condition, and Apple will give you \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Frecycling\u002Fnationalservices\u002F\"\u003Ecredit towards a new device\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and recycle it for free. You can recycle any Apple-owned brand devices at Apple Stores or through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Frecycling\u002Fnationalservices\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eapple.com\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EUpcycle your devices\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the flip side, your outdated smartphone doesn't have to get recycled to give it a new life. Upcycling your old devices to bring new life to them is a great way to be sustainable with technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMark Newton, head of North America corporate sustainability at Samsung, says success is not just upcycling the product, but using it to solve a real problem. Samsung's program is an example of upcycling done right -- its Galaxy Upcycling Program allows customers to use their older Samsung phones for new uses, reducing the need to recycle the devices altogether.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, through the Samsung SmartThings app, consumers can utilize an old Samsung phone to turn it into something that controls their smart home devices, such as lights or the TV. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"You can take advantage of all the sensors and capabilities that an old phone may have. It's got cameras, a microphone, and even connectivity in many cases. And so that's a great way to add some value to our customers in the home,\" Newton tells ZDNET. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the program has other applications; Newton says Samsung has used upcycling for education and even medical purposes as well. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c97a8e17-63e6-47db-be50-7ad8ff3ae431\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Samsung\" data-image-alt-text=\"Man using a Samsung phone attached to an eye lens to do an eye exam on someone\" data-image-filename=\"008-morocco-screening-1440px.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1440\" data-image-height=\"785\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"One example is we created an augmented lens that worked with an old phone that maybe wasn't good for a phone anymore. But when it was connected to this lens, which was very easy and inexpensive to produce, it created a screening device that could be handed to aid workers for the visually impaired,\" says Newton.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We're able to get very inexpensive devices to aid organizations that don't have resources for expensive devices that would be manufactured for that specific purpose.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd if you don't have a Samsung phone, there are still ways to upcycle. For example, you can install a surveillance camera app, such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falfred.camera\"\u003EAlfred\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, on both your old and new devices, then place the old phone where you need it for an instant security camera.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, you can dedicate an entire phone as a GPS device to increase your primary phone battery's lifespan.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EBecome an educated consumer\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENewton says sustainability is not simply about doing the right things but also about supporting the right companies and making informed buying decisions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"If you try to do a little bit of homework -- besides just looking at the price of something -- and learn a little bit more about the company, that goes a long way when it comes to sustainability,\" he says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Let's say you take a flight and are deciding between airlines. If the schedules and pricing are close, look at what their fuel profile looks like and how they're operating. The tiebreaker could be that a certain airline is really considering some of these things that are important, like the greenhouse gas impact of getting from point A to point B.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlenty of companies have made net-zero pledges, so investigate a specific company if you want to buy a particular product to see if they have sustainability goals. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theclimatepledge.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\"\u003EThe Climate Pledge\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is an excellent resource for seeing which tech companies have signed a pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions in their processes and productions by 2040. There are currently 380 signatures. which includes companies like HP, Logitech, Philips, and others. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, pay attention to companies such as Samsung that build recycled materials into their products. The new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is made up of 12 internal and external components of recycled material. The iPhone 14 Pro, meanwhile, is made with 100% recycled gold in the wire of all its cameras, and 100% recycled rare earth elements in all its magnets.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EUtilize smart home automations\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou probably have some sort of smart home device installed in your home. Aside from asking Alexa or Google what the weather is like today, you can utilize these devices to make your home more energy efficient.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"If you think about how people manage their thermostats today, they just set them and forget them, right? But an automated system can be much more adaptive,\" Gartner's Anderson says. \"It can turn the temperature up or down based on, not only who's in the house, but who's in the room.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"85cd05ca-bee3-4592-814e-232961c861de\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Amazon\" data-image-alt-text=\"Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium\" data-image-filename=\"ecobee.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince heating and cooling are responsible for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.energy.gov\u002Fpublic-services\u002Fhomes\u002Fheating-cooling\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ealmost 50%\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of energy use in an average US home, smart home products can help you consume less energy while saving cash on your bill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELook into intuitive smart thermostats like Nest or Ecobee with voice-control features and ambient temperature sensors. In addition, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Felemental.green\u002Fneurio-smart-energy-monitor\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENeurio\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is a smart energy monitor that gives you real-time monitoring to see where energy is being used in your house, track your appliance use, and compare your home energy use to others. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EDon't upgrade if you don't have to\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFinally, one thing we can almost always count on in the tech world is new model releases of our favorite smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Unfortunately, having the shiniest and latest piece of tech isn't always the most sustainable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"You really want to keep using [devices] as long as you can,\" says Newton. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's helpful to think about it holistically -- like I might want something new, but is it beneficial for me to get a new one? Is a specific device made with recycled material, or will it help me save energy? Or can I just fix my current device and keep using it? Those decisions are important.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, if you were expecting more significant design changes between models, it might not be worth getting the latest smartphone. If a new model is similar in the overall design approach, software experience, and hardware, you can hold off on getting a newer model until more significant changes are introduced. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-03 14:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Not sure how to be sustainable when it comes to your devices? Here are some ways you can make an impact on sustainability.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"1f298e61-7ca0-48e7-9618-da7580816882",image:{id:"02af2719-b197-467d-834f-3636c2c87498",filename:"sustainability.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-10-12 17:56:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"A girl holding her arms out in a forest",credits:"Maridav\u002FShutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F12\u002F02af2719-b197-467d-834f-3636c2c87498\u002Fsustainability.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"6 best ways to make your gadget use greener (and save money, too)",section:b,slug:"6-best-ways-to-make-your-gadget-use-greener-and-save-money-too",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"6 best ways to make your gadget use greener (and save money, too)",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"ad35bfd1-6bd1-4815-8bd6-f43193d3d32f",username:"me51",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Greg",lastName:"Nichols",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813",filename:"greg-nichols.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:23:04",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813\u002Fgreg-nichols.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Greg Nichols covers robotics, AI, and AR\u002FVR for ZDNET. A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ebd97587-9427-4885-bfb5-80cdbc98f416\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Lupe Technologies\" data-image-alt-text=\"breakdown-of-the-lupe-cordless-vacuum.png\" data-image-filename=\"breakdown-of-the-lupe-cordless-vacuum.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F05\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1000\" data-image-height=\"605\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat does a vacuum cleaner have to do with the mounting problem of plastic waste? By taking the stance that this is the last cordless vacuum you'll ever need, a startup called \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fuk.lupetechnology.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fpure-cordless-vacuum-cleaner\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELupe Technology\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is hoping to change the way we think about disposable technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou're aware of the mess we're in. Plastic waste is out of control. A \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.invw.org\u002F2022\u002F05\u002F05\u002Fthe-us-only-recycled-about-5-of-plastic-waste-last-year\u002F#:~:text=But%20a%20new%20report%20from,into%20new%20products%20in%202021.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erecent report\u003C\u002Fa\u003E from The Last Beach Cleanup and Beyond Plastics found that just 5% of consumer plastics are recycled in the U.S. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.energy.gov\u002Farticles\u002Fdoe-invests-134-million-combat-plastic-waste-reduce-plastic-industry-emissions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDepartment of Energy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is raising alarms about the rising levels of landfills and a dispiriting preference among consumers for single-use plastics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"7d95b132-903b-44ce-94b6-9ae43d46fc32\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F7d95b132-903b-44ce-94b6-9ae43d46fc32\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the problem is not all plastic forks and cellophane wrappers. Tech is grappling with the ugly realities of an industry built on obsolescence. As the\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nytimes.com\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F23\u002Fclimate\u002Fright-to-repair.html#:~:text=The%20goal%20of%20right%2Dto,up%20in%20the%20scrap%20heap.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E right-to-repair movement gains ground\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, some savvy companies are leaping headlong into the fray by offering hardware that's designed more like tools were a few generations back, when quality meant decades of service.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The public consciousness of climate change, pollution, and excess household wastage has undoubtedly increased in recent years and has motivated consumers worldwide to seek more sustainable and ethical products,\" says Lupe cofounder Pablo Montero. \"Yet despite all our good intentions, we are hamstrung by a trend of built-to-break gadgets and household appliances, which is contributing to an appalling amount of plastic pollution and electrical wastage in Britain.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELupe's Pure Cordless is made from recyclable plastic. The company was founded by former Dyson engineers, and they clearly learned a few things about positioning a product. To save cost and weight, many manufacturers of household appliances like vacuums use thinner plastic welded together instead of using bolts. In turn, these products are more easily broken and can't readily be fixed, forcing consumers to throw the model away. The Pure Cordless is notably robust. And, significantly, it's designed to be worked on: Each small part of the product has been designed to be fully removable, recyclable, and replaceable, which sadly flies in the face of the more common trend of designing appliances to dispose and replace them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's also a very good vacuum by all demonstrable stats: durable, powerful, maneuverable, and long-lasting. It has nearly double the useful suction of the leading competitor, a full hour runtime, and a premium washable HEPA filter that allows it to capture 99.99% of all fine dust and allergens.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The Pure Cordless is the domestic appliance designed not just to shake up the vacuum market but the entire home technology arena,\" says Montero. \"We have strived to make a product as reliable and long-lasting as possible and hope consumers understand our mission to make technology stand the test of time.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll that comes at a price. Lupe's vacuum \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fuk.lupetechnology.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fpure-cordless-vacuum-cleaner\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eretails for $599\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which is more than many Dyson vacuums. Whether customers will be willing to pay that much for a quality cordless remains to be seen and will be an important test case for a market that's been slow to respond to the mounting crisis of plastic waste. Production of plastics contributed more than 850 million metric tonnes of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere in 2019, with reports showing that white goods make up almost half of all electrical goods thrown away. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmortized over a much longer service interval the tradeoff almost always favors quality. Let's hope savvy brands can sway customers who recognize that.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-05-12 11:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Plastic waste is out of control. 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What this repairable cordless vacuum can teach us",topic:{id:"60832ece-f84e-43d8-a207-9697d20dc673",slug:"kitchen-household",name:"Kitchen & Household",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"60832ece-f84e-43d8-a207-9697d20dc673",slug:"kitchen-household",name:"Kitchen & Household",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"115511f0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"startups",name:"Startups",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"35e7efdb-10d7-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Mark Samuels",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Mark",lastName:"Samuels",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"a31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",filename:"marksamuels.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2014-11-18 11:27:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2014\u002F11\u002F18\u002Fa31d923b-7b4c-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57\u002Fmarksamuels.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Mark Samuels is a business journalist specialising in IT leadership issues. Formerly editor at CIO Connect and features editor of Computing, he has written for various organisations, including the Economist Intelligence Unit, The Guardian, The Times, The Sunday Times and Times Higher Education.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"20b2014d-e76b-45e4-991c-b0837e42ff68\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"office-green\" data-image-filename=\"office-green.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"2119\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you are standing, as I was recently, amidst the lava fields of Iceland as part of a visit to one of the largest geothermal power plants in the world, it's easy to believe that making tech more sustainable is a challenge that's well on the way to being solved.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrom hydroelectric and geothermal power to air-cooled data centers and onto newly laid subsea cabling that enables the country's sustainable computing resources to be tapped by enterprises across Europe, Iceland's technology ecosystem points the way to a more sustainable future.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the reality is that getting people to see the potential for sustainability has been a far from straightforward journey -- and that's as much to do with the attitude of people using technology as it is with the challenges of creating greener IT.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the trip I met Gisli Kr., chief commercial officer with data center specialist atNorth, who has focused on producing sustainable technology in Iceland since 2009, which was a time when most people around the globe rarely thought about the source of their computing power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-geothermal-plant-is-surrounded-by-lava-it-could-help-solve-techs-energy-problem\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis giant geothermal plant is surrounded by lava. It could help solve tech's energy problem\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBack then people didn't really relate their Google search to anything, he says: \"It was just a computer running on a battery. They didn't put into perspective that there was a data center behind all the activity that starts working when you start browsing.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGisli Kr. says one of the first things atNorth did was to quantify web searches in terms of carbon footprint. The company also looked at popular videos that were being viewed online and presented how much carbon was being output. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile it might have been a creative idea, it wasn't met with much enthusiasm. \"We were considered activists at the time,\" he says. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"In fact, we were a bit challenged when it came to our go-to-market strategy and our marketing message. Back in those days, nobody would argue with you that sustainability matters. Everybody would say 'yes, obviously sustainability matters' -- but nobody would take action.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMore than a decade later, there's been a noticeable shift in perception. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut not everyone today has access to a geothermal power station in a lava field or hydroelectric power, of which Iceland also has plenty. And the issues with the sustainability of our tech usage go way beyond the source of the electricity that powers it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile Gisli Kr. says sustainability is now a big topic of conversation in boardrooms, other evidence suggests far too many executives are still too slow to turn concern for the environment into affirmative action.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsustainability-initiatives-wont-just-save-the-planet-theyll-save-your-company-too\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusiness travel, energy consumption in the spotlight as sustainability jumps up the agenda\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERecruiter Nash Squared \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftechnology-spending-will-rise-next-year-and-this-old-favourite-is-still-a-top-priority\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esaid in its annual digital leadership report\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released late last year that it expected sustainability to be playing a greater role in decision-making processes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, under a quarter (23%) of digital leaders think sustainability has a negligible or no part to play in the business.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat's more, just 22% of digital leaders are using technology to measure their organization's carbon footprint to any great extent.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile those results make for depressing reading, Nash Squared CEO Bev White says it's also important to focus on positive trends. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs tech rose to the challenge of keeping people working during lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, so the use of videoconferencing and cloud-based collaboration technology rose exponentially. All evidence points to that shift to video -- and maybe even VR-based meetings one day -- being a permanent fixture of post-pandemic working styles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvideo-meetings-dont-work-so-can-the-metaverse-do-better-heres-what-i-found\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAccidental teleports and virtual high-fives: What I've learned about VR meetings\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile running these digital services still requires a significant chunk of power, the shift means less people are flying around the world for meetings.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a positive step in the right direction, but White says tech decision makers and their executive peers need to do more: \"Research says the tech industry now has as high an impact in terms of carbon as airline travel.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEstimates suggest the IT industry \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Fgb-en\u002F2019\u002F10\u002Fapplying-technology-to-sustainability-challenges\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccounts for about 3% of global carbon\u003C\u002Fa\u003E emissions. The most significant \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.statista.com\u002Fstatistics\u002F1255404\u002Fglobal-ict-products-relative-carbon-footprint-forecast-by-products\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Econtributors of greenhouse gases in the IT sector\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are data centers (45%). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite these concerns, sustainability has historically neither been a revenue-generating exercise nor a cost-containment one. It is an activity that's often led by voluntary or, in some cases, mandatory disclosure requirements as a result of government or corporate policies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, change is in the air. Consultant \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mckinsey.com\u002Fcapabilities\u002Fsustainability\u002Four-insights\u002Fthe-esg-premium-new-perspectives-on-value-and-performance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMcKinsey found that 83% of C-suite leaders\u003C\u002Fa\u003E expect environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs to contribute more to shareholder value in 2025 than they do today. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGiven the need to integrate sustainability into core business operations and customer propositions, Nash Squared suggests business leaders must adopt a dual lens on sustainability: first, designing and implementing sustainability tools; and secondly, anchoring sustainability into company values, products, and services.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith these requirements in mind, Nash Squared's White suggests five tactics for creating a proactive approach to sustainability:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake responsibility for change\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E – \"We need to be thinking about our carbon footprint as business leaders now,\" says White, with her firm's research reporting that only a quarter of organizations have a head of sustainability. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKeep pushing air travel down\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E – \"Technologists have done a huge amount to limit the amount of air travel people are having to make. So, how about putting in some tools to continue monitoring that shift?\"\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETrack technology use\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E – \"As we begin to use more and more IoT-connected devices, there are plenty of tools available to monitor the business use of digital assets, so that your organizations can be much more efficient and produce far less waste.\"\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExtend technology life cycles\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E – \"Use your tools for longer. Don't be so quick to throw away the mobile phone, desktop, or laptop -- extend the life because they have more life in them than you think, and without causing any impact on productivity.\"\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConsider safe disposal\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E – \"How is the product that you're recycling going to be handled? There's lots of things small things that we can do to reduce our organization's carbon footprint.\"\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Fol\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-03-05 19:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Sustainability is finally on the boardroom agenda, but many organizations are still not taking proactive action. Professionals must make a step change now.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"33e8c8ff-ecab-499e-80b2-81992820382a",image:{id:"20b2014d-e76b-45e4-991c-b0837e42ff68",filename:"office-green.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-31 15:51:38",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"office-green",credits:"Image: Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F31\u002F20b2014d-e76b-45e4-991c-b0837e42ff68\u002Foffice-green.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2119,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"how-to-make-tech-more-sustainable-five-practical-ways-to-make-it-happen",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"How to make tech more sustainable: Five practical ways to make it happen",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"b6429775-062e-4e9a-b220-f9976c394efc",username:"jadjones",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jada",lastName:"Jones",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"83fe314b-ad45-4607-a1c7-52a5c290e6ed",filename:"jada-jones.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-16 19:40:49",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002F83fe314b-ad45-4607-a1c7-52a5c290e6ed\u002Fjada-jones.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jada Jones is a journalist based outside of Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. Jada covers all things tech news such as augmented and virtual reality, cloud news, e-commerce, and digital health and wellness.",profile:c,title:"Associate Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0f923f84-7a58-4f8f-b7f0-aafafe38a9f7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Fairphone\" data-image-alt-text=\"a person hold their green Fairphone 4 in their hand\" data-image-filename=\"52342757396-7cc2964a59-o.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"5991\" data-image-height=\"3371\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pewresearch.org\u002Fglobal\u002F2019\u002F02\u002F05\u002Fsmartphone-ownership-is-growing-rapidly-around-the-world-but-not-always-equally\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pewresearch.org\u002Fglobal\u002F2019\u002F02\u002F05\u002Fsmartphone-ownership-is-growing-rapidly-around-the-world-but-not-always-equally\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Almost%20everyone%20has%20a%20smartphone%20in%20their%20pocket%22}\"\u003EAlmost everyone has a smartphone in their pocket\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- and while we take their vast capabilities for granted, we rarely think about the long, complicated and sometimes controversial supply chain that turns raw materials into handy devices. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's easy to forget that our device usage can have an impact on the environment from the moment the first rare earth metals are mined through to the point when the phone is (hopefully) broken down for recycling.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIncreasingly, if belatedly, the smartphone industry is trying to take some of this impact into account -- and one of the companies offering one of the most interesting alternative models is Fairphone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is Fairphone?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9bd76b77-426b-4f35-95d5-7eaec4188679\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone aims to make attractive smartphones and also tackle other issues: offering fair wages for factory workers, decreasing e-waste, encouraging long-lasting phone usage, encouraging the use of ethically sourced materials, and enforcing \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fright-to-repair-what-it-means-and-why-it-matters-to-you\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe right of individuals to repair\u003C\u002Fa\u003E their own electronic devices. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMiquel Ballester, head of product management and co-founder of Fairphone, says the goal of the company is \"to change the industry from within\" by finding projects and initiatives that in turn encourage others in the industry to try something similar.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2021, Fairphone released the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fshop.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Fairphone%204%22}\"\u003EFairphone 4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the company's first 5G device. It's a respectable competitor to other phones on the market, as it's similar in specs and capabilities to Apple and Samsung smartphones, although it's only available in the UK and EU. For a detailed review of the Fairphone 4, you can \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffairphone-4-5g-review\u002F\"\u003Echeck out our expert opinion on the Fairphone 4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E's quality, capability, and connectivity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlike most phones that are all but impossible to repair without specialist knowledge and skills, the Fairphone 4's back cover can be dismantled by hand, and the front display can be replaced by removing a few screws. The screws can be removed with a screwdriver you have at home, eliminating the need to purchase tool kits from the phone's manufacturer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis does create one issue: smartphones are given an IP rating, which determines the effectiveness of the device's sealing, and how many dust and water particles can penetrate the phone's crevices. The newest Apple and Samsung phones received an IP68 rating, making them dust and waterproof, and capable of surviving short-term water submersion.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBecause the Fairphone 4 can be opened so quickly, its ingress rating is lower than most smartphones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone 4 received an IP54 rating and is considered weatherproof, as it's protected from dust particles and can withstand brief water splashes. So, customers would have to choose between waterproof devices and easily repairable devices. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The IP rating is challenging for modular devices. The easier it is to dismantle or repair, the more difficult it is to make waterproof,\" Ballester says. \"But with Fairphone 4, we achieved IP54, which is weather resistant. So, you can have it out there with some rain, and it will be fine, but you cannot submerge it, but it's the first time we were able to give an IP rating to our modular device.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e72711f1-d27f-486f-b0e5-9bc65b7e04bb\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFairphone enforces the right of individuals to repair their own electronic devices.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Fairphone\" data-image-alt-text=\"A disassembled green Fairphone sprawled on a wooden table\" data-image-filename=\"52240066129-476d7c8674-o.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"2000\" data-image-height=\"1333\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConsumers' right to repair has been at the forefront of sustainability initiatives for years, with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fright-to-repair-move-gets-backing-from-president-biden\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fright-to-repair-move-gets-backing-from-president-biden\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22recent%20backing%20by%20federal%20governments%22}\"\u003Erecent backing by federal governments\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Electronic devices that are easy to repair can last longer, which makes them more affordable and means they stay out of landfill for as long as possible. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd to Ballester, the right to repair a Fairphone could mean customers realizing they have a right to repair all of their electronics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We want to demystify technology a little bit and make sure that people understand that the display is just a component connected to the rest of the phone, and as long as you know how to remove those screws and connect a new one, which is very easy, that you'll be encouraged to fix your toaster, or your other things,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"That's the goal: that repairability becomes something normal and that manufacturers need to provide spare parts, whether it's for a hair trimmer or toaster or any electronic device, that people are aware that, 'Hey, I should be able to have access to spare parts.'\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow device longevity can decrease e-waste\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELong-term software support is uncommon in the smartphone industry, but it's a pillar of Fairphone's mission, according to Ballester. When older devices can continue to receive updated software, it decreases the need and desire to buy a new device and, inevitably, decreases e-waste.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Fairphone 2 was released in 2015 and is still supported by Fairphone's most recent software. For comparison, the latest version of iOS is 16.3, and the oldest iPhone that supports it is the iPhone 8, released in 2017. The oldest phone Android's latest software, Android 13, supports is the Google Pixel 4, which was released in 2019. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn March this year, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F09\u002Fan-update-on-fairphone-2\u002F#:~:text=After%20March%202023%2C%20we%20will,to%20support%20our%20devices%20indefinitely.#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F09\u002Fan-update-on-fairphone-2\u002F#:~:text=After%20March%202023%2C%20we%20will,to%20support%20our%20devices%20indefinitely.%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Fairphone%202%20stops%20receiving%20software%20updates%22}\"\u003EFairphone 2 will finally stop receiving software updates\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELong-term software support also makes older devices safer, as more recent software updates usually deliver updated security and privacy safeguards. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"That commitment to software support longevity is quite unique in the industry, and we think it's very important to keep your hardware working well and to, in the end, lower the CO2 emissions that hardware contributes to because the less phones you need to buy, the less you will be polluting,\" Ballester says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"That's why we extend the lifetime of our products for as long as possible. For Fairphone 2, it's been seven years, and we hope for the next devices to last longer than that.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-trade-in-your-old-devices-for-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to turn your old devices into Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Fairphone 4 is protected under a five-year warranty, significantly longer than that offered in the rest of the smartphone world, where they end as early as after the first year. Warranties guarantee that customers can have their phones replaced, repaired, or refunded if the phone is defective at the manufacturer's fault. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the Fairphone 2 was released, Ballester explained that the company needed more data to confidently say its device could last as long as it has. Now, with the Fairphone 4, the company is as confident as ever that it can withstand its five-year warranty -- and even outlive it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It shows to the customer that we believe in what we're putting on the market. We think that they can use it for five years, and it might be longer. We are increasing the warranty, which in Europe would have been two years, and we increased it and make ourselves liable for five years,\" he says. \"Now, with Fairphone 4, everybody gets a five-year warranty, which is a first in the industry. I think it should show what companies can do.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EEthically sourced materials and a commitment to recycling\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESmartphones are a spectacular blend of metals, plastics, and rare minerals; raw elements from the earth transformed into a device capable of calling, texting… and endless scrolling. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold are all \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.acs.org\u002Feducation\u002Fresources\u002Fhighschool\u002Fchemmatters\u002Fpast-issues\u002Farchive-2014-2015\u002Fsmartphones.html#:~:text=Smartphone%20chemistry&text=Metals%20are%20what%20make%20smartphones,well%20as%20elements%2057%E2%80%9371.#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.acs.org\u002Feducation\u002Fresources\u002Fhighschool\u002Fchemmatters\u002Fpast-issues\u002Farchive-2014-2015\u002Fsmartphones.html#:~:text=Smartphone%20chemistry&text=Metals%20are%20what%20make%20smartphones,well%20as%20elements%2057%E2%80%9371.%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22metals%20used%20to%20power%20some%20capabilities%20within%20modern%20smartphones%22}\"\u003Emetals used to power some capabilities within modern smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. But they're also sometimes dubbed '\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpolicy.trade.ec.europa.eu\u002Fdevelopment-and-sustainability\u002Fconflict-minerals-regulation\u002Fregulation-explained_en#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fpolicy.trade.ec.europa.eu\u002Fdevelopment-and-sustainability\u002Fconflict-minerals-regulation\u002Fregulation-explained_en%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22conflict%20minerals%22}\"\u003Econflict minerals\u003C\u002Fa\u003E', as miners in some countries that are rich in these minerals are often forced to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhumantraffickingsearch.org\u002Fresource\u002Fmodern-slavery-the-true-cost-of-cobalt-mining\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fhumantraffickingsearch.org\u002Fresource\u002Fmodern-slavery-the-true-cost-of-cobalt-mining\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22work%20long%20hours%20in%20dangerous%20conditions%20for%20menial%20pay%22}\"\u003Ework long hours in dangerous conditions for little pay\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBallester says that any electronic device has between 40 and 50 different metals inside of it, and Fairphone is no exception, counting in at 45 metals. Fairphone's goal is to ethically source 70% of the Fairphone's weight in conflict minerals by the end of this year. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c738ee89-2de9-4ae8-a9b7-984e7c376ee7\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEthically sourced raw Cobalt to be used in creating a Fairphone battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Fairphone\" data-image-alt-text=\"ethically sourced raw Cobalt to be used in creating a Fairphone battery\" data-image-filename=\"36123590822-46337cb183-o.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"5472\" data-image-height=\"3648\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"They are spread over tens and hundreds of different components that come from different companies, so that's why it's a lot of work to make sure these materials are coming from the sources we want them to come from,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe commitment to ethically sourcing conflict minerals is why Fairphone became the first electronics company to incorporate Fairtrade Certified Gold in its supply chain. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairtrade.org.uk\u002Fbuying-fairtrade\u002Fgold\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairtrade.org.uk\u002Fbuying-fairtrade\u002Fgold\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Fairtrade%20gold%22}\"\u003EFairtrade Gold\u003C\u002Fa\u003E aims to ensure that gold miners are supplied with livable wages, acceptable working conditions, and proper mining practices. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone strongly believes in recycling a device at the end of its run to reuse the precious metals inside the phone. Their policy is that, for every phone placed for sale on the market, another phone is recycled. This circular method keeps the company's e-waste neutral.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphones are recycled via the company's trade-in program and through a partnership with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.closingtheloop.eu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClosing the Loop\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a Dutch social enterprise that helps decrease e-waste. Closing the Loop collects Fairphones in countries without sophisticated recycling protocols.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The bulk of our devices, we collect come from countries where there's no recycling infrastructure and where the likelihood that these devices would end up in a place where they should not end up is really high,\" Ballester says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn many instances, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fourworld.unu.edu\u002Fen\u002Ftoxic-e-waste-dumped-in-poor-nations-says-united-nations#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fourworld.unu.edu\u002Fen\u002Ftoxic-e-waste-dumped-in-poor-nations-says-united-nations%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Western%20countries%20ship%20their%20e-waste%20to%20developing%20countries%22}\"\u003EWestern countries ship their e-waste to developing countries\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. In 1990, the US, among 179 countries, agreed to decrease exports of hazardous waste under an agreement called the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unep.org\u002Fresources\u002Freport\u002Fbasel-convention-control-transboundary-movements-hazardous-wastes#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.unep.org\u002Fresources\u002Freport\u002Fbasel-convention-control-transboundary-movements-hazardous-wastes%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Basel%20Convention%22}\"\u003EBasel Convention\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. In 2019, the Convention reconvened to include regulations surrounding exporting e-waste.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-giant-geothermal-plant-is-surrounded-by-lava-it-could-help-solve-techs-energy-problem\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis giant geothermal plant is surrounded by lava. It could help solve tech's energy problem\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the US is the only country that never ratified the Basel Convention, and it continues to export millions of pounds of e-waste and plastic yearly. The federal government has yet to create laws that outlaw importing and exporting e-waste, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.state.gov\u002Fkey-topics-office-of-environmental-quality-and-transboundary-issues\u002Fbasel-convention-on-hazardous-wastes\u002F#:~:text=The%20United%20States%20signed%20the,implement%20all%20of%20its%20provisions.#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.state.gov\u002Fkey-topics-office-of-environmental-quality-and-transboundary-issues\u002Fbasel-convention-on-hazardous-wastes\u002F#:~:text=The%20United%20States%20signed%20the,implement%20all%20of%20its%20provisions.%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22limiting%20the%20nation's%20ability%20%22}\"\u003Elimiting the nation's ability\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to abide by the provisions fully. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd an investigation conducted by an independent watchdog found many US tech companies that advertise electronics recycling programs \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pbs.org\u002Fnewshour\u002Fscience\u002Famerica-e-waste-gps-tracker-tells-all-earthfix#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pbs.org\u002Fnewshour\u002Fscience\u002Famerica-e-waste-gps-tracker-tells-all-earthfix%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22end%20up%20sending%20their%20e-waste%20overseas%22}\"\u003Eend up sending their e-waste overseas\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Overexposure to toxins emitted by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.who.int\u002Fnews\u002Fitem\u002F15-06-2021-soaring-e-waste-affects-the-health-of-millions-of-children-who-warns#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.who.int\u002Fnews\u002Fitem\u002F15-06-2021-soaring-e-waste-affects-the-health-of-millions-of-children-who-warns%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22e-waste%20can%20poison%20the%20people,%20animals,%20and%20soil%20around%20it%22}\"\u003Ee-waste can poison the people, animals, and soil around it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with lead, nickel, and mercury.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWho is the Fairphone customer?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone is for everyone, but Ballester acknowledges that a specific type of person is interested in buying the device, such as someone who is more aware of the implications of purchasing smartphones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone's customer knows that if they disagree with a company's values, they won't give that business their money. Anyone who wants to do their part in creating a more sustainable world should consider buying a Fairphone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's also people that are not wanting to follow what everyone else is doing and want to have a small contribution to a better world,\" Ballester says. \"Fairphone's focus on creating systemic change is very important for the type of customers that buy Fairphones and want to invest in companies that are contributing to systemic change and not just change within their company.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's hard to tell whether Fairphone has managed to make much impact on the rest of the smartphone industry itself, but it's also clear that change is coming as awareness of the impact of our devices on the environment becomes clearer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is increased interest in right-to-repair legislation in the US, more vendors are offering longer support for devices, and there are more options for people brave enough to want to fix their own kit. Last year, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-expands-its-new-self-repair-program-to-mac-notebooks\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-expands-its-new-self-repair-program-to-mac-notebooks\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Apple%20made%20spare%20parts%20and%20repair%20manuals%20available%20for%20public%20use%22}\"\u003EApple made spare parts and repair manuals available for public use\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESimilarly, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-launches-self-repair-program-so-you-can-fix-that-broken-screen-at-will\u002F#link={%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsung-launches-self-repair-program-so-you-can-fix-that-broken-screen-at-will\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22Samsung%20partnered%20with%20right-to-repair%20proponent%20iFixit%22}\"\u003ESamsung partnered with right-to-repair proponent iFixit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and publicized manuals from its popular Galaxy line for customers wanting to repair their devices. Fairphone itself has recently raised another €49 million, which will be used in part to accelerate the integration of fair and recycled materials in the company's full product portfolio, and to develop new products: perhaps being sustainable can be good business, too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c91d02d2-5545-4087-9ab6-afd1f24dc3ea\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc91d02d2-5545-4087-9ab6-afd1f24dc3ea\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-06 14:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"For people looking to play their part in making smartphones more sustainable, Fairphone offers a solution.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"52dfc63f-104e-441a-903e-ac35b0a1a773",image:{id:"41c8f884-fd2e-4a04-a2d3-ff17b3c3f161",filename:"fairphone-4.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-02-15 14:07:51",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"fairphone-4.jpg",credits:"Fairphone",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F02\u002F15\u002F41c8f884-fd2e-4a04-a2d3-ff17b3c3f161\u002Ffairphone-4.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"imagine-your-phone-lasting-5-years-this-company-guarantees-that",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Imagine your phone lasting 5 years. This company guarantees that",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"649978f8-ed84-4cd9-bad2-2fa1cd25f460",username:"ganadiotis",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"George",lastName:"Anadiotis",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"83b9c200-9470-43e7-8a3e-7a824bfa8e3c",filename:"georgios-anadiotis-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2016-06-27 18:32:07",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2016\u002F06\u002F27\u002F83b9c200-9470-43e7-8a3e-7a824bfa8e3c\u002Fgeorgios-anadiotis-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"George's got tech, data, and media, and he's not afraid to use them. Coming from an IT background, he's had the chance to learn to play many instruments on the way to becoming a one-man band and an orchestrator: being a Gigaom analyst, serving Fortune 500, startups and NGOs as a consultant, building and managing projects, products and teams of all sizes and shapes, and getting involved in award-winning research among others. George runs Linked Data Orchestration: http:\u002F\u002Flinkeddataorchestration.com",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"be0c4141-1a88-40fa-88a7-4dd9f234463c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn embarked on an analysis of green skills and green jobs based on data from its nearly 800 million members worldwide\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"LinkedIn\" data-image-alt-text=\"economicgraph-linkedin-com.png\" data-image-filename=\"economicgraph-linkedin-com.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F04\u002F13\" data-image-width=\"913\" data-image-height=\"451\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \"Great Resignation\" is making the headlines, but LinkedIn and the \u003Cem\u003EWorld Economic Forum\u003C\u002Fem\u003E argue it's all part of the \"\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weforum.org\u002Fagenda\u002F2022\u002F02\u002Fgreat-reshuffle-jobs-market-resignation\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGreat Reshuffle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\" -- a time when everyone is rethinking everything. The term first aired in 2021 and has been making the rounds since.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn purports that the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fpulse\u002Fnavigating-great-reshuffle-ryan-roslansky\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGreat Reshuffle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E presents a unique opportunity to tackle humanity's most urgent challenge: climate change. We have to enable the green transition and activate the jobs, companies and policies that power it, but there are a number of challenges associated with that.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"66e3c999-ad30-4e90-9021-f81a84e2cb51\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F66e3c999-ad30-4e90-9021-f81a84e2cb51\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's the introduction to LinkedIn's recently published \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Feconomicgraph.linkedin.com\u002Fresearch\u002Fglobal-green-skills-report\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGlobal Green Skills Report 2022\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. As LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky writes in the report, LinkedIn wants to do its part by leveraging its unique data and labour market expertise to highlight actionable insights that are crucial to delivering a successful green transition and avoiding potential pitfalls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn's data are a valuable source of insights. However, there are also important blind spots in the report.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EGreen skills and green jobs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAchieving our collective global climate targets is a monumental task, and it is going to take a whole-of-economy effort to make it happen. That means we need a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fstart-the-reskilling-revolution-without-me-future-of-work-trends-and-soft-data-on-soft-skills\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etransformation in the skills and jobs people have\u003C\u002Fa\u003E if we're going to get there, writes Roslansky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERoslansky notes that there is some good news: LinkedIn is seeing a shift to green skills and jobs underway on its platform, which has nearly 800 million members worldwide. Green talent (LinkedIn members who have explicitly added green skills to their profile and\u002For are working in a green or greening job) in the workforce worldwide is rising. The share of green talent increased from 9.6% in 2015 to 13.3% in 2021 -- a growth rate of 38.5%.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother point Roslansky highlights are that millions of new jobs are expected to be created globally in the next decade, driven by new climate policies and commitments. For example, in the last five years, the number of Renewables & Environment jobs in the U.S. has increased by 237%, in stark contrast to the 19% increase for Oil & Gas jobs. At this pace, the Renewables & Environment sector will outnumber Oil & Gas in total jobs on LinkedIn by 2023.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut it's more than jobs, Roslansky thinks -- we need to zoom in on the skills that power these jobs. LinkedIn's take is that real change will come through a skills-based approach to opportunity, emphasizing what it calls \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fwant-to-attract-new-tech-talent-start-thinking-green\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreen skills\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: skills that enable the environmental sustainability of economic activities.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn developed a new green skill taxonomy and metrics to quantify the extent to which different countries, sectors and jobs use these skills. This is called green skills intensity. Many green skills are on the rise and are among the fastest-growing skills in the economy, LinkedIn notes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, Sustainable Fashion, Environmental Services and Sustainable Growth have all grown by over 60% over the past 5 years. However, LinkedIn's findings show that most jobs requiring green skills are not traditional green jobs. LinkedIn looked at over 15,000 jobs and split them into four categories based on their green skill intensity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGreen jobs are those that cannot be performed without extensive knowledge of green skills. Greening jobs are those that can be performed without green skills but typically require some green skills. Greening potential jobs are ones that could be performed without green skills but typically require at least one green skill, and Non-green jobs are those that do not require green skills to be performed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Feducation\u002Fbusiness-management\u002Fbest-online-sustainability-degree\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest online sustainability degrees: Make a lasting difference\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe big picture\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn's first key finding is that not enough workers are being hired into green jobs. The hiring of green jobs in the global workforce is rising faster than any other category. But together, green and greening jobs still only accounted for 10% of hiring in 2021.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETrends vary across different regions and sectors, but the takeaway is the same, LinkedIn notes: at this pace, moving toward a green economy will require workers to upskill in green and enter green, greening, and greening potential jobs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn emphasizes that while more workers are transitioning into green and greening jobs than are leaving, the total number of workers moving into those jobs is still really low. Today, almost all green jobs are filled by those coming from other green jobs. Transitions into Green from Greening and Greening Potential show some promise but are still well below what is needed to contribute meaningfully to a greener economy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2022-technology-trend-review-part-one-open-source-cloud-blockchain\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E2022 technology trend review, part one: Open source, cloud, blockchain\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn's report distills four more trends shaping the green economy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, demand for green talent will soon outpace supply. In the past year, ~10% of job postings requiring skills have explicitly required at least one green skill -- which is generally aligned with ~10% of the hires in the same period going to green or greening jobs. However, while job postings requiring green skills grew at 8% annually over the past five years, the share of green talent has grown at roughly 6% annually in the same period.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"b6879a10-77f1-4c96-b2ed-aac37fe0d73b\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fb6879a10-77f1-4c96-b2ed-aac37fe0d73b\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESecond, the hiring of green talent is accelerating faster than overall hiring. In 2019, the hiring balance tipped towards green talent, as the green hiring rate accelerated ahead of the overall hiring rate in most economies around the world.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means that green workers were hired at a higher rate than non-green workers globally. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this trend, suggesting that green talent has been relatively more resilient to an economic downturn than non-green talent.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThird, there's currently a good balance in the necessary green skills. Currently, there is a relatively good balance in the supply and demand of green skills. Half of the top 10 in-demand green skills match the most popular skills among the green workforce, including Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Environmental Awareness, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), and Corporate Social Responsibility.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFourth, the fastest-growing green skills are both mainstream and emerging. Some skills in high employer demand that show relatively lower prevalence in the workforce are Remediation, Recycling, OSHA, Climate and Solar Energy -- but the last three listed are among the fastest-growing skills in 2016–2020.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2022-technology-trend-review-part-two-ai-and-graphs\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E2022 technology trend review, part two: AI and graphs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd several of the fastest-growing green skills across all sectors during the same time period were not necessarily in-demand skills but suggested the emergence of new trends, including Sustainable Fashion, Oil Spill Response and Sustainable Business Strategies, among others.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn's data are a great source to derive insights from. LinkedIn's report is quite comprehensive, as it does not just offer data-driven insights but also dives into specific case studies, identifies trends blocking an equitable transition for workers and a sustainable transition for the planet, and lays out an action plan with recommendations for policymakers, business leaders and the global workforce.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ETaxonomies are the duct tape of connected data - green ones, too\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite LinkedIn's value as a source of data and the effort that has gone into this, there are some blind spots as well. First off, the methodological grounding of the report is not entirely transparent.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's understandable that having access to LinkedIn's data would be neither feasible nor practical for a number of reasons. The authors of the report have tried to do their job as all good analysts do -- by diving into the data and distilling the most valuable insights for others to consume.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn's analysis is based on the concept of green skills, as this is what's used to identify green talent and classify jobs as to their relevance for a green transition. However, this new green skill taxonomy that LinkedIn created is not shared with the public either. Again, we can understand the reasons. Taxonomy creation is hard work, and LinkedIn probably views this as its intellectual property.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3c1c73e3-23ec-47a7-aebd-4192a6253126\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ETaxonomies are imperfect tools to organize data and knowledge, and green taxonomies are no different\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"LinkedIn\" data-image-alt-text=\"greenskills2.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"greenskills2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F04\u002F13\" data-image-width=\"479\" data-image-height=\"541\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs former Technical Lead for Taxonomies and Ontologies, AI Division at LinkedIn, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002F2021.connecteddataworld.com\u002Ftalks\u002Fmike-dillinger-taxonomies-connecting-data-with-duct-tape\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMike Dillinger notes that taxonomies are the duct tape of connected data\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. They seem simple, flexible, and familiar. They are widely used. And they seem to work across many use cases and many domains. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut when looked at in more detail, taxonomies turn out to be crude tools for knowledge organization that are very difficult to create, to scale, to adapt, to align, and to build on. They don't work well for larger or more complex domains and use cases. Experienced talent and flexible tools for creating them are hard to find and to develop. Often taxonomies are built and then abandoned for other, more robust approaches to knowledge organization.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps more importantly, taxonomies, like any other knowledge organization approach, represent a subjective and imperfect way to look at the world. Case in point -- \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fec.europa.eu\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fempl\u002Fitems\u002F741088\u002Fen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe European Commission has recently published its own taxonomy of skills for the green transition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations (ESCO).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt includes 381 skills, 185 knowledge concepts and 5 transversal skills considered most relevant for a greener labour market. Examples of green skills as defined in ESCO include conducting energy audits, measuring the sustainability of tourism activities, and training staff on recycling programmes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's possible that LinkedIn consulted ESCO in creating its own green skill taxonomy, but we'll probably never know. Without visibility into LinkedIn's taxonomy and data, it's impossible to verify the validity of its analysis. Not to mention -- all LinkedIn member skill assessment is done by members themselves, with everything this entails.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAre green skills driving sustainable change in the European automotive industry?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother example of the fact that even data-driven analysis is often not as clear-cut as it seems is LinkedIn's reference to how green skills are driving sustainable change in the European automotive industry. LinkedIn notes that the move to electric is reshaping the talent profile of the automotive industry, and the need for innovation to cut emissions has influenced a sustained technological change in the European automotive industry.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn data shows that the share of green talent has been increasing by 11.3% annually for the past five years -- exhibiting one of the highest growth rates in green talent among all manufacturing sectors. Some of the fastest-growing sustainable transportation skills in the region are related to electric vehicles and energy management, LinkedIn notes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe skills LinkedIn refers to are Electric Vehicles, Energy Storage, Battery Management Systems, Lithium-ion Batteries, and Electric Cars, with Compounded Annual Growth (CAGR) rates between 51,2% and 27,6%.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst off, it's not at all clear whether there is an overlap between those. Electrical Vehicles are clearly a superset of Electric Cars, for example. So does the 51.2% CAGR of the former include the 27.6% CAGR of the latter, or not? We just don't know, so the picture that emerges out of this could be distorted.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut even more alarmingly - are we sure that these are actually green skills? It may sound counter-intuitive, but the extent to which electric cars are actually green is not entirely clear. That is according to an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carscoops.com\u002F2021\u002F11\u002Fvolvo-says-manufacturing-an-electric-car-generates-70-percent-more-emissions-than-its-petrol-equivalent\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eanalysis done by Volvo, a European car manufacturer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVolvo's analysis showed that manufacturing an electric car generates 70% more emissions than its ICE equivalent. However, when the car's lifetime is factored in, a breakeven is reached, and the EV's total carbon footprint is less compared to that of the ICE vehicle's. This is a nuanced analysis, and the outcome depends on a number of variables, such what is the vehicle's end of life and how electricity is generated.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's not to say that we should disregard either LinkedIn's analysis or the challenge of climate change entirely. But it goes to show that the devil is often in the details. We need transparency, attention to detail, and a holistic approach to derive insights.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-13 12:43:29",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"LinkedIn embarked on an ambitious analysis of data from its nearly 800 million members worldwide to derive insights on the green transition. But while useful, the analysis comes with its blind spots, too.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"5e0b67ed-2153-41bf-aae0-e5c8f97482b3",image:{id:"be0c4141-1a88-40fa-88a7-4dd9f234463c",filename:"economicgraph-linkedin-com.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-04-13 10:43:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"economicgraph-linkedin-com.png",credits:"LinkedIn",caption:"\u003Cp\u003ELinkedIn embarked on an analysis of green skills and green jobs based on data from its nearly 800 million members worldwide\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F13\u002Fbe0c4141-1a88-40fa-88a7-4dd9f234463c\u002Feconomicgraph-linkedin-com.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:913,height:451,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business^Tech & Work",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"linkedins-global-green-skills-report-2022-green-skills-green-jobs-and-blind-spots",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"LinkedIn on the 'Great Reshuffle': Green skills, green jobs, and blind spots",topic:{id:"674ce82e-d682-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",slug:"tech-and-work",name:"Tech & Work",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"674ce82e-d682-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",slug:"tech-and-work",name:"Tech & Work",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1029c8e8-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-management",name:"Data Management",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"674ce82e-d682-11e4-9a74-d4ae52e95e57",slug:"tech-and-work",name:"Tech & Work",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"b6429775-062e-4e9a-b220-f9976c394efc",username:"jadjones",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jada",lastName:"Jones",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"83fe314b-ad45-4607-a1c7-52a5c290e6ed",filename:"jada-jones.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-16 19:40:49",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002F83fe314b-ad45-4607-a1c7-52a5c290e6ed\u002Fjada-jones.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jada Jones is a journalist based outside of Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. Jada covers all things tech news such as augmented and virtual reality, cloud news, e-commerce, and digital health and wellness.",profile:c,title:"Associate Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"114aeb29-ee6e-4ade-93f1-470c80d69a07\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Monument of e-waste molded to look like the leaders of the top 7 e-waste producing countries\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1240871532.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"5000\" data-image-height=\"3333\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBuying a new smartphone, tablet, laptop, or smartwatch can be fun. But once you've set up your new device, you might be looking at your old device and wondering what to do with it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"e079b5d2-ebf2-4edb-a7fe-06d615a7287f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fe079b5d2-ebf2-4edb-a7fe-06d615a7287f\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShould you add it to the junk drawer where all your other old devices and charging cables go when you lose interest? Should you see if a family member has use for it? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, here's what not to do: never dispose of your device in your household garbage. Not only will you send your device straight to a landfill and pollute the environment with the potentially toxic metals found in your device, but \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Frecyclenation.com\u002F2021\u002F08\u002Fthrow-it-out-or-recycle-it-each-states-rules-on-electronics-recycling-updated-2021\u002F\"\u003Ein some states\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fenvironment.ec.europa.eu\u002Ftopics\u002Fwaste-and-recycling\u002Fwaste-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-weee_en\"\u003Ecountries\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, you will be breaking the law, too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat to do before buying a new electronic device\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMany people upgrade their devices on a regular basis as tech companies announce a lineup of new devices every year. But usually it's unnecessary to upgrade your device that frequently, as more current devices typically only offer one or two minor upgrades. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you've only had your current device for a year or two, consider holding onto it for another year or two if it's still functioning. Think about what you actually need from the device, and whether you'll actually use the new features being offered.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf your issue with your current device is aesthetics, consider buying a new case or revamping your device's home and lock screen. Some apps can \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.makeuseof.com\u002Fbest-apps-to-customize-iphone-home-screen\u002F\"\u003Ecompletely change your device's home and lock screen appearance\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, offering more personalized widgets and icons. If it's a PC or laptop you are thinking about, it might be possible to upgrade your existing model with new components. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you see a shiny new device, step away from it, and sleep on your decision to buy it. You might find that you've changed your mind.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EBefore you sell: Is there another option?\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERe-use is key way of cutting waste. Just because you don't want your phone or laptop any more, that doesn't mean it's without options. Does is make a useful starter device for someone else in your family? For those family members who don't need to be at the cutting edge of tech, an older model might be a fine option. Beware, however, of dumping your old kit on others if it's too slow or too out of date. They won't thank you for it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother option is alternative re-use: can your phone find a second life as a video camera or a standalone GPS device, for example? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat to do before selling your electronics\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you've just spent hundreds of dollars on a new device, it might be nice to put some extra cash back in your pocket. Many online vendors will buy your old device and refurbish it for someone else to use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut before you put your device up for sale, you should wipe it clean of any personal documents or information. It's also good to back up your data on an external hard drive. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can opt to sell your device on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fmarketplace\"\u003Eonline marketplaces\u003C\u002Fa\u003E or use online platforms that will buy your device, give you cash, and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.decluttr.com\u002Fproduct-details?barcode=i000000011512&gen=XR\"\u003Eresell, refurbish, or recycle your device for you\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnline resellers typically send you a free shipping label for your device. They will then inspect your device's condition and determine how much money you can receive from it. After that, you're off the hook.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome online vendors will give you a small amount of money for devices in poor condition and recycle that device's viable parts. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat to do before recycling your electronics\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELike selling your device, you should remove personal information before letting it go. You can recycle your devices at almost any place where you can purchase electronics. If you can remove your device's batteries, take them out, as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Frecycle\u002Fused-lithium-ion-batteries\"\u003Ethey have to be disposed of separately\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut most cell phones, laptops, and tablets have rechargeable batteries that cannot be removed, so make sure you know your device's battery. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can use databases like \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fearth911.com\u002F\"\u003EEarth911\u003C\u002Fa\u003E or \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.call2recycle.org\u002F\"\u003ECall2Recycle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to locate a drop-off location and find out which devices that site accepts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Fhelp\u002Fcustomer\u002Fdisplay.html?nodeId=200197550&ref=ascnldr\"\u003EAmazon\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Frecycling\u002Fnationalservices\u002F\"\u003EApple\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fservices\u002Frecycling\u002Fpcmcat149900050025.c?id=pcmcat149900050025\"\u003EBest Buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and mobile carriers will take your old devices and dispose of them adequately. These companies offer trade-in programs where you can trade your old device for a credit towards your new device. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-turn-your-old-devices-into-amazon-gift-cards\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to trade in your old tech for Amazon gift cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd according to Liam Howley, chief marketing officer at Decluttr, there is a strategy for trading in your devices.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's important to trade in your tech as soon as it starts to depreciate to maximize its trade-in value and keep tech out of landfills,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe also suggests buying a refurbished phone when you are due for an upgrade. Refurbished phones are a greener alternative to brand-new phones, as they reduce the waste created to make new phones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Make sure you do so with a reputable retailer who can offer high-standard quality checks, certified refurbished products, and a money-back guarantee,\" he says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhy you should reduce, reuse, and recycle electronics\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETech is all about novelty and the coolest new thing. But there are consequences to our upgrade culture. Since electronic devices have become a staple in our lives, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Four-old-devices-are-creating-a-mountain-of-e-waste-and-its-getting-a-lot-bigger\u002F\"\u003Ewe've created massive amounts of e-waste\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. According to the United Nations, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fearth911.com\u002Feco-tech\u002F20-e-waste-facts\u002F\"\u003Ethe world generated 53.5 million tons of e-waste in 2019\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. The UN also reported that only 17.4% of the 53.5 million tons were recycled. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Ffuture\u002Farticle\u002F20161017-your-old-phone-is-full-of-precious-metals#:~:text=Every%20smartphone%20contains%20precious%20metals,%2C%20copper%2C%20platinum%20and%20palladium.\"\u003EThere are precious metals in your devices\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, such as gold, silver, copper, platinum, and palladium. And in the US, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fearth911.com\u002Feco-tech\u002F20-e-waste-facts\u002F\"\u003E$7.49 billion worth of those metals are thrown away in landfills\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. When you recycle your device, you allow those metals to power another device, reducing the waste created. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the Environmental Protection Agency, 35,000 pounds of copper, 772 pounds of silver, 75 pounds of gold, and 33 pounds of palladium can be \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epa.gov\u002Frecycle\u002Felectronics-donation-and-recycling\"\u003Eretrieved and reused for every one million cell phones recycled\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EBreak the stigma and consider refurbished\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe exponential increase in e-waste is a reason to consider recycling and properly disposing of your electronics -- and a reason to consider buying refurbished tech. You can purchase high-quality devices at lower prices, all while helping the environment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowley cites environmental awareness and growing economic uncertainty as reasons for more people buying refurbished devices. From 2017 to 2022, he says Decluttr saw a 535% increase in the demand for refurbished devices. And he indicates that Gen Z manufactured the uptick in demand for second-hand items, as the craze for \"thrifting\" became an indicator of coolness.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Second hand is no longer seen as second rate, and it is becoming ever more popular, particularly with the younger consumer. For example, according to a WGSN insight survey, 50% of Gen Z now see second hand as a status symbol,\" Howley says.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-17 13:44:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Your old phones and laptops can still make you money and reduce the burden on the environment, too.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"199edf34-65f0-4018-838f-28ec557945be",image:{id:"14ebd600-513d-4f93-9e26-8fbcdbe532f9",filename:"gettyimages-1243312189.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-26 22:57:49",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"e-waste sits on a beach",credits:"Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F26\u002F14ebd600-513d-4f93-9e26-8fbcdbe532f9\u002Fgettyimages-1243312189.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:5184,height:3456,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"Here's what to do with your old smartphone when you get a new one",section:b,slug:"you-just-got-a-new-smartphone-heres-what-to-do-with-your-old-one",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"You just got a new smartphone. Here's what to do with your old one",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1147b242-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smartphones",name:"Smartphones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d}],componentLabel:"Explore a fresh perspective",description:c,filters:c,paging:c,slug:"dynamic-topic-3-story-carousel-analysis",title:"Analysis & Opinion",label:c,viewMoreText:c,viewMoreUrl:c,relatedItems:c},{id:"ddc9226f-14b1-4a1c-9cfa-46a60a305f1f",meta:{componentName:"ddc9226f-14b1-4a1c-9cfa-46a60a305f1f",componentDisplayName:"Latest",componentType:"ContentList"},metadata:{},links:{self:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002Fddc9226f-14b1-4a1c-9cfa-46a60a305f1f\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=ddc9226f-14b1-4a1c-9cfa-46a60a305f1f"}},items:[{author:{id:"0a6fffc2-2220-44ba-99e4-4c567f6f57bb",username:"maria-diaz-zd",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Maria",lastName:"Diaz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9",filename:"maria-diaz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:44:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9\u002Fmaria-diaz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Maria Diaz is a staff writer based in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with a passion for home automation and a background in graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"86a4db5b-0621-4884-bbf9-f0d357bea594\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with the Trolley accessory.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e2532d2e-75ad-42da-bff1-fe9b666b5ff6\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the star of the EF power station lineup. Through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fearly-black-friday-2024-everything-you-need-to-know-about-holiday-shopping\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBlack Friday\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, it's gone from $6,299 to $4,649, which saves you $1,650. You can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b9a966b-8b81-4102-8f09-21610c3a0141\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CW1QGFZP\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"bundle it with the Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for $5,459 total, which is still $840 under the regular price of the EcoFlow DPU alone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b0f828d3-d59d-4d1d-8243-7a6c8dffa3fb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299, while the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"42b8bc7e-1114-4f00-a77c-9ff110f095a2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Smart-Home-Panel\u002Fdp\u002FB0D14H686R\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for $1,899; though both are currently on sale through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with other units for increased capacity.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is a decidedly expensive solution for a home backup system, and though portable, its hefty weight could affect portability. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA whole-home power backup system is a must for many, especially if you live in an area often affected by hurricanes or other natural disasters. A backup system like the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ad60fd9a-1017-4efb-bcbc-4c1d73a1062d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E can be the perfect fit if you want to switch to solar energy, have a backup in an emergency, or shave a little money off your energy bill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best Black Friday deals: Live updates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrowing up in a developing nation located squarely in the Caribbean meant my family was used to constant power outages. Whether due to hurricanes or other macroeconomic reasons, power outages were a nearly daily occurrence in my upbringing, so when I moved to Eastern North Carolina, I wanted to get a home backup system. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can be strong enough to power a home on its own but can be combined with several batteries as a whole-home backup solution.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","title":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","filename":"dpu3.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F09\u002F71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf\u002Fdpu3.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":13369237,"width":8064,"height":4536,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","imageAltText":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dpu3.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F09","imageWidth":8064,"imageHeight":4536,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ecoflow","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ecoflow.com\u002Fus\u002Fdelta-pro-ultra","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was glad to learn that the house my husband and I purchased already had a generator, but I was less glad when we realized it wasn't in working order. Since moving here over two years ago, we've experienced about a dozen hours-long power outages when a power backup system would've come in handy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoing through power outages with three young kids isn't easy, especially during the hot summer months, so when I began looking for a whole-home power backup system, I was excited to test the Delta Pro Ultra. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce I got the Delta Pro Ultra and Smart Home Panel 2, we looked for an electrician prepared to tackle the installation task. The entire project -- installation of the subpanel, disconnection of the standby home generator, and installation of the 100 amp service wire to the subpanel -- took a duo of certified electricians about 8 to 10 hours. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d8af73bd-8858-4333-99e1-a1c62fc8b33a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra &amp; Smart Home Panel 2 as installed in my garage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra & Smart Home Panel 2\" data-image-filename=\"dpu2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince then, the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra has run like a well-oiled machine in our home in multiple testing scenarios, including simulated power outages.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fanker-solix-c800-plus-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThis new portable power station from Anker is a definite head-turner\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis impressive portable battery has proven to be like the Swiss Army Knife of home backup systems. It can be charged through AC power, solar panels, and gas generators. You can use the DPU with existing rooftop solar panels or with flexible solar panels, meaning you could potentially go off the grid for days and continuously charge your EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with solar energy. The DPU allows for a solar input of up to 16.8kWh, maning you can connect up to 42 400W solar panels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9cd27045-2dec-48d2-8519-9c69691fac50\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means you could also charge your DPU and use it during peak energy hours to save money on your energy bill -- all with little work. The EcoFlow app lets you schedule this so that the battery takes over during peak hours, and your home automatically goes back to grid electricity at night when energy costs are lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesting the uninterrupted power switchover showed that EcoFlow's claims ring true, as the Smart Home Panel 2 ensured a fully automated whole-home switchover for our setup. Several storms that caused school districts to cancel classes and offices advising employees to work remotely led to ideal testing of the DPU and Smart Panel 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"139543b5-e321-48f4-bf0a-f724e2c12774\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app shows the Smart Panel 2 began preparing for the storm (left) and then alerted us when we were on backup power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow alerts\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-1-recovered-copy.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the first of these storms began hitting our home, the lights started flickering, and we went to prepare for a power outage. We knew an outage was a possibility, as we had been alerted by the energy company and have also suffered power outages with every major storm that has hit the area in the past two years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app showed that the Smart Home Panel 2 had already been preparing for the storm by ensuring the battery was fully charged. The power was only out for about 20 minutes during that storm. Still, the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2 and Delta Pro Ultra took over seamlessly, so much so that we didn't realize we were on backup power until a few minutes into the short outage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"568744ca-d975-42f0-8ae2-39a250baa502\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Smart Home Panel 2 has 12 loads of circuit level control, and we used each one to ensure the Delta Pro Ultra serves as a backup for what we need in our home during an outage. Because we have an older two-story, 3,000-square-foot home with two A\u002FC compressors and two furnaces, we couldn't load the DPU with the whole house. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThe best portable power stations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, we ensured that the following items were covered during a power outage: kitchen appliances like the refrigerator, kitchen outlets, the garage, some of the downstairs lights, the upstairs furnace, a medium-sized refrigerator, and four bedrooms and bathrooms.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78456cf3-73a3-452f-ba1e-cd56dbbdfad5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis ensures that our kids can have a comfortable night's sleep during power outages, that we can cook, and that there will be a seamless switchover, with no interruption to Wi-Fi.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, even though the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra lives in the garage connected to the Smart Home Panel 2, it's not limited to being a home backup system. We can still transport the portable battery to the backyard to power up devices or to the driveway to power the vacuum and carpet cleaners when deep cleaning the cars (ask me how I know).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"11b592c4-537f-4f45-bfd3-4dda3ea6c0b8\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is quite heavy, at a combined 186 lbs for the battery and inverter, but if you can fit it in your car or truck bed, it's sure to make a great addition to a camping getaway.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fankers-new-qi2-maggo-power-bank-offers-a-bonus-feature-for-iphone-users\u002F\"\u003EAnker's new Qi2 MagGo Power Bank offers a bonus feature for iPhone users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince the EcoFlow allows for stacking, you could scale up to 90kWh to power essential appliances for over a month. You could stack up to five DPU batteries under a single inverter and combine three stacks with the Smart Home Panel 2. Each \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"78024093-b593-483c-9163-f045261b1a60\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Battery-Expandable-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXLCK75\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"extra DPU battery\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E costs $2,399 through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6dcf09c4-1171-411d-8a5b-29c6c1ebcf10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E's biggest downside is its hefty upfront cost. Considering how expensive traditional generators for whole-home backup can get, not to mention follow-up maintenance costs, it's a good investment that could lead to potential savings, especially when combined with solar panels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DPU requires no maintenance and can run indoors safely, and its LFP battery and cooling system ensure temperature control. It's also a whisper-quiet solution, one that you can't even hear when under 2,000W, a stark contrast to our generator, which you can hear down the block when turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlternative uses for the DPU include: a solar panel setup for your home with solar panels that can be set up anywhere, a power supply for an RV or off-the-grid cabin, or plugged into your home's manual transfer switch.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b731fc89-2ee1-4dd6-a124-4503fb47afac\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile many sales events feature deals for a specific length of time, deals are on a limited-time basis, making them subject to expire anytime. ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best offers to help you maximize your savings so you can feel as confident in your purchases as we feel in our recommendations. Our ZDNET team of experts constantly monitors the deals we feature to keep our stories up-to-date. If you missed out on this deal, don't worry -- we're always sourcing new savings opportunities at \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002F"\u003EZDNET.com\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 18:33:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can power an entire home, but it's especially outstanding with the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. The body of the scooter features a foldable design, which makes it easier to store in your shed or garage when not in use, or fold and take with you into the office or classroom to prevent theft and damage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect the Max G2 to the companion app to get at-a-glance updates on remaining battery life and even integrate with Apple's Find My technology to pinpoint your scooter's location if it gets lost or stolen. You can also switch between the four riding modes to maximize battery life or boost motor output for making it up hills and inclines. The scooter is equipped with an LED headlight for safer traveling in dim or dark environments. Segway recommends the Max G2 e-scooter for kids 14 and older. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d963c0ac-976e-49f6-baa0-0799ba2aa4f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBest Buy hasn't put a definitive end-date for this Segway scooter deal. But you won't want to wait around to take advantage of the savings, because Best Buy or Segway may only have a certain number of units available at this price.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-19 21:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The Segway Max G2 is a great, eco-friendly way to run errands, joyride through the park, or commute to work or class this fall. 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Another 75% pointed to sustainability regulation as necessary to achieve global climate goals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study polled 2,152 executives from 727 organizations in 13 nations, including Australia, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US. Another 6,500 consumers aged 18 and above were surveyed across the 13 markets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fformula-1-looks-to-ai-to-fuel-efficiencies-and-improve-sustainability-scorecard\u002F\"\u003EFormula 1 looks to AI to fuel efficiencies and improve sustainability scorecard\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 69% of organizations are anticipating stricter regulations in the future to be a key driver of sustainability initiatives, up from 57% last year, the Capgemini study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, regulations also can come with challenges. An executive from a large European telco explained that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.investopedia.com\u002Fterms\u002Fe\u002Fenvironmental-social-and-governance-esg-criteria.asp\"\u003EESG\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (environmental, social, governance) regulation carried the risk of becoming \"a mere compliance task driven by reporting requirements.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESven Jansen, head of global finance at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added that while legislations fuel sustainability efforts, the increased workload and substantial costs required to comply can create major obstacles for organizations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-the-future-of-the-ai-powered-agent-first-enterprise\u002F\"\u003EEarly adopters are deploying AI agents in the enterprise now, with scaled adoption in 2025\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's also boosting companies' ability to monitor their sustainability posture, with 73% of executives agreeing that the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive has pushed their organization to enhance its sustainability measurement and tracking capabilities.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study revealed that 67% of organizations believed they would not have achieved their sustainability goals without the help of climate technology. In particular, 69% pointed to the critical role of data and digital technologies in accelerating climate tech adoption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E65% said their organization used \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-generative-ai-and-why-is-it-so-popular-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\"\u003Egenerative artificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (Gen AI) to achieve its sustainability goals. This figure is higher than last year's 56% who said likewise, the study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsmall-nations-around-the-world-band-together-to-share-ai-lessons\u002F\"\u003E108 small nations band together to share AI lessons globally\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother 57% noted that the impact of Gen AI on sustainability is a topic of discussion in their boardroom, with 67% believing the benefits of Gen AI outweigh the negative \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffuture-of-computing-must-be-more-sustainable-even-as-ai-demand-fuels-energy-use\u002F\"\u003Eimpact the technology has on the environment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiting a separate July 2024 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F05\u002FFinal-Web-Version-Report-Gen-AI-in-Organization-Refresh.pdf\"\u003Eresearch on Gen AI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Capgemini said one-third of organizations are currently monitoring their energy and water consumption, as well as carbon emissions associated with the use of the AI technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 68% said sustainability-related data is available and shared across their entire organization, up from 56% last year and 43% in 2022. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\"\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 84% said their organization is on target to meet its carbon emissions goals, while 9% acknowledged they are behind.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 65% of executives believe current \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchina-us-rift-will-intensify-decoupling-in-tech-financial-systems\u002F\"\u003Egeopolitical developments\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are slowing down sustainability investments. Some 69% expressed concerns about the impact of the uncertain political environment in the US and other regions on their sustainability investments and projects.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJosé Antonio Coll from Airbus detailed that \"geopolitics has a significant impact on our sustainability investments because of our global industrial footprint and supply chains. As we and our supply chain operate under different regulations in various countries, we implement risk management checks to ensure we are operating sustainably, with a focus on how and where we source materials responsibly. Additionally, we work with many defense ministries, so export control and due diligence are crucial depending on the geopolitical context.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd despite organizations' efforts to reduce their impact on the environment, consumers are increasingly skeptical of such initiatives. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Capgemini study found that 52% of consumers believe businesses or brands are greenwashing their sustainability initiatives, up from 33% last year. The report defines greenwashing as \"engaging in false or misleading advertising about environmental or sustainability claims\" for products and services. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fglobal-telcos-pledge-to-adopt-responsible-ai-guidelines\u002F\"\u003EGlobal telcos pledge to adopt responsible AI guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 59% of consumers said they \"never, rarely, or only sometimes\" trust an environmental claim about a potential purchase. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuch skepticism has not gone unnoticed, with 62% of executives expressing concerns their organization's sustainability efforts might appear insincere to the public. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 43% of executives believe consumers consider their organization's sustainability efforts as greenwashing. 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06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2a39842a-3226-4334-a2c2-554731b50718\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"abstract image of tech cube infrastructure with greenery\" data-image-filename=\"sustaniability-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F13\" data-image-crop=\"2121x1192+0+0\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe future of computing needs to be more sustainable with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-ai-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence\u002F\"\u003Eartificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (AI) playing a role in achieving this, even as the growing adoption of the technology fuels energy consumption. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigital technologies such as AI can help identify ways to reduce emissions, such as optimizing power grids and developing sustainable supply chains, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pmo.gov.sg\u002FNewsroom\u002FDPM-Heng-Swee-Keat-at-the-Launch-of-the-Alibaba-NTU-Global-E-Sustainability-Corplab\"\u003Esaid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI models can analyze complex environmental data, find areas to improve, and drive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\"\u003Emore efficient\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, data-driven decision-making, said Heng, at the Alibaba-NTU Global E-Sustainability Corplab launch in Singapore. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsony-to-help-test-and-finetune-regional-large-language-model\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAI arm of Sony Research to help develop large language model with AI Singapore\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigitalization itself, though, can also significantly widen our carbon footprint, he said, noting that the tech industry alone currently contributes an estimated 1.5% to 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The digital revolution and green revolutions are intertwined,\" he added. \"Just as the future of sustainability will be AI-driven, the future of computing must also be greener.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith energy consumption \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows\u002F\"\u003Ebound for growth as the use of AI climbs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, everyone must use AI well, he said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EHow%20your%20inefficient%20data%20center%20hampers%20sustainability%20-%20and%20AI%20adoption%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo do so, various \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-urged-to-fund-support-for-ai-adoption-and-decarbonization\u002F\"\u003Emeasures are needed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to ensure AI is deployed optimally while achieving sustainability, including policies, Heng said. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-looks-to-ai-future-with-plans-for-quantum-chip-and-data-centers\u002F\"\u003ESingapore's green data center\u003C\u002Fa\u003E roadmap, for instance, was introduced earlier this year to optimize its green energy use, efficiency, and computing capacity. It outlines the need for data center operators to work with enterprises to improve the energy efficiency of hardware and software, while energy suppliers have to scale up the use of green energy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe added that the new corporate lab established by Alibaba and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) plays a role in boosting Singapore's research, innovation, and enterprise capabilities, particularly, in translating research insights into tangible real-world applications. Such collaboration will strengthen niche capabilities and facilitate interdisciplinary research, he said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToday, Singapore houses more than 20 corporate labs across universities, Heng said, such as the ExxonMobil-NTU-A*Star corporate lab, whose efforts include developing efficient carbon capture and carbonization technologies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-lawyers-offered-access-to-microsoft-copilot-but-reminded-to-have-human-oversight\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E Microsoft Copilot to be integrated into Singapore's legal technology platform\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe focus, for the Alibaba-NTU research facility is building sustainable digital applications, such as green AI models, to uncover new ways to cut energy use and minimize environmental impact, he stated. These can further support smart digital technologies and greater urban sustainability, he added.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis may be increasingly critical as organizations are unlikely to hold back their AI adoption even amid concerns about its impact on the environment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 64% have expressed worries about how AI and machine learning initiatives will impact their energy use and carbon footprint, according to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weka.io\u002Fcompany\u002Fweka-newsroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fglobal-trends-in-ai-2024\u002F\"\u003Estudy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released by AI data platform WEKA and S&P Global Market Intelligence. Another 25% say they are very concerned about this impact.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fibm-will-train-you-in-ai-fundamentals-for-free-and-give-you-a-skill-credential-in-10-hours\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIBM will train you in AI fundamentals for free, and give you a skill credential - in 10 hours\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConducted in the second quarter of 2024, the survey polled 1,519 AI and machine learning decision-makers across enterprises, research organizations, and AI tech vendors. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 42% of respondents say their organizations have invested in energy-efficient IT hardware to address the potential environmental impact of their AI projects over the past year. Among them, 56% say this has had a high or very high impact, the study found. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite their concerns, 33% of respondents have AI projects that are widely implemented and driving significant value, compared to 28% last year. Respondents in North America lead the pack, where 48% have AI that is widely implemented, followed by Asia-Pacific at 26% and EMEA at 25%. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EBusinesses%20still%20ready%20to%20invest%20in%20Gen%20AI,%20with%20risk%20management%20a%20top%20priority%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusinesses still ready to invest in Gen AI, with risk management a top priority\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 88% are actively investigating Gen AI outpacing other AI applications. For instance, 61% are exploring prediction models, while 51% are looking at classification, 30% are at expert systems, and 30% are investigating robotics. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 24% of respondents see Gen AI as an integrated capability deployed across their organization. Another 37% have Gen AI in production but not yet scaled, while 11% have yet to invest in Gen AI. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-data-confirms-genai-boosts-software-productivity-at-least-for-beginning-developers\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E The data suggests gen AI boosts software productivity - for these developers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe organizations, on average, have 10 AI projects in the pilot while 16 are in limited deployment. Just six AI initiatives are deployed at scale. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAsked about their biggest technology barriers to deployments, 35% point to storage and data management, while 26% cite computing, and 23% see security as an inhibitor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-13 14:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Nations need to tap artificial intelligence to achieve sustainability, but the technology's growing adoption will drive power 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Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"VCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024\" data-image-filename=\"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData currently being collected at all competition venues at the Paris Olympics will provide insights that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) hopes can help reduce the carbon footprint of future Games. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IOC is tracking data on power consumption across 35 competition venues, using a combination of smart and conventional meters installed across these sites. The datasets then will be collected and analyzed via Alibaba Cloud's sustainability platform, Energy Expert, with the insights generated used to identify ways the IOC can improve power efficiencies at future games venues. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe data will include real-time energy consumption at selected competition venues, where 100 smart electric meters have been installed to provide \"more comprehensive datasets\", Alibaba said. These include sites such as broadcast and media working areas, food and beverage equipment, and playing fields, the Chinese cloud vendor added.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-is-moving-to-the-cloud-but-how-green-is-it-really\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEverything is moving to the cloud. But how green is it, really?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe real-time data will be analyzed alongside historical data -- measured by the conventional meters -- which will be provided by the IOC. The data collected also takes into consideration environmental conditions, such as weather and surges in power consumption, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe datasets should collectively offer a more accurate indication of energy consumption at the Games, Alibaba said. It added that the IOC can consolidate all energy-related data from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics into a single dashboard, including consumption, power demand contingency, venue capacity, onsite weather conditions, and competition-related information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData on energy consumption at previous games, including the London Olympics 2012, Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, and Tokyo Olympics 2020, will also be available for analysis via Energy Expert, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba launched Energy Expert in June 2022 and deployed it at its first sporting event in 2023 at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-to-host-first-olympic-esports-week-in-2023\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Esports week in Singapore\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, where it measured and analyzed carbon emissions from temporary constructions built on-site. The data insights were used to compare materials and equipment used at the event, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Electricity consumption is a large contributor to the Olympic Games' carbon emissions,\" llario Corna, IOC's chief information and technology officer, said in a statement. \"The data-driven insight produced by Energy Expert will help us learn from each Games edition and apply that knowledge intelligently to make future events even more energy efficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Folympics.com\u002Fioc\u002Fsustainability\u002Fclimate\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIOC has committed to cut\u003C\u002Fa\u003E its direct and indirect carbon emissions by 30% this year and another 50% by 2030, in line with The Paris Agreement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA third-party vendor engaged by the IOC installed the 100 smart meters at this year's Olympic Games, alongside the local utility provider, Alibaba told ZDNET. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET also asked if the IOC had provided \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esustainability guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Alibaba's cloud data centers, which are used to support the service, as part of its third-party supplier agreement. Alibaba did not comment directly on whether IOC had laid out these guidelines, but it noted that all data collected via the smart meters will be stored at its cloud data centers located in Frankfurt.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of these three German facilities uses 100% green electricity to power its operations, Alibaba said, adding that it also monitors and optimizes the data center's daily carbon footprint to ensure a more sustainable operation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Chinese cloud vendor has committed to powering all its data centers with 100% clean energy by 2030.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESingapore heats up data centers with operating standards for tropical climates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is also providing the backbone infrastructure for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Folympic-broadcasting-service-aims-to-set-sport-streaming-benchmark-with-alibaba\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Broadcasting Services\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OBS) at this year's Games, which features the launch of OBS Cloud 3.0, according to Alibaba.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe platform will support several critical functions and encompasses OBS Live Cloud, which will facilitate the remote distribution to media rights-holders. It marks the first time this is delivered via cloud infrastructure rather than by satellites, which have been used since the Tokyo Olympics in 1964.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Paris Olympics 2024, two-thirds of booked remote services encompassing 54 broadcasters are delivered via OBS Live Cloud, Alibaba said, including two Ultra High-Definition (UHD) broadcasters. The cloud platform is set to transmit 379 video feeds, including 11 UHD and 368 HD, as well as 100 audio feeds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOBS' content delivery platform, Content+, which is hosted on Alibaba Cloud, is expected to deliver an estimated 11,000 hours of content this year, up 15% from Tokyo 2020. This content will include live sessions, athlete interviews, and social media streams.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba added that Content+ offers features that allow media rights-holders to generate their own highlights from anywhere and push content that can be downloaded in three different resolutions, including for digital and social media consumption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-07-29 17:03:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Data on power consumption at competition venues could offer insights that the International Olympic Committee hopes can reduce the carbon footprint of future Games.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"739837e3-3b98-4a53-b1bb-892d03c77baf",image:{id:"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa",filename:"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-07-26 15:50:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F26\u002Fcc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\u002Folympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:683,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"data-from-the-paris-olympics-could-help-cut-energy-use-at-the-next-games",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Data from the Paris Olympics could help cut energy use at the next Games",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"101518dd-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"cloud",name:"Cloud",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data Centers",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d}],componentLabel:c,description:c,filters:c,paging:c,slug:"dynamic-topic-listing-right-rail-basic-latest",title:"Latest",label:c,viewMoreText:c,viewMoreUrl:c,relatedItems:c},{id:"2ffa34dd-efe5-440b-bcdf-7eae560bba29",meta:{componentName:"2ffa34dd-efe5-440b-bcdf-7eae560bba29",componentDisplayName:c,componentType:"ContentList"},metadata:{},links:{self:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002F2ffa34dd-efe5-440b-bcdf-7eae560bba29\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=2ffa34dd-efe5-440b-bcdf-7eae560bba29"}},items:[{author:{id:"0a6fffc2-2220-44ba-99e4-4c567f6f57bb",username:"maria-diaz-zd",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Maria",lastName:"Diaz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9",filename:"maria-diaz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:44:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9\u002Fmaria-diaz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Maria Diaz is a staff writer based in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with a passion for home automation and a background in graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"86a4db5b-0621-4884-bbf9-f0d357bea594\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with the Trolley accessory.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e2532d2e-75ad-42da-bff1-fe9b666b5ff6\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the star of the EF power station lineup. Through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fearly-black-friday-2024-everything-you-need-to-know-about-holiday-shopping\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBlack Friday\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, it's gone from $6,299 to $4,649, which saves you $1,650. You can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b9a966b-8b81-4102-8f09-21610c3a0141\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CW1QGFZP\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"bundle it with the Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for $5,459 total, which is still $840 under the regular price of the EcoFlow DPU alone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b0f828d3-d59d-4d1d-8243-7a6c8dffa3fb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299, while the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"42b8bc7e-1114-4f00-a77c-9ff110f095a2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Smart-Home-Panel\u002Fdp\u002FB0D14H686R\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for $1,899; though both are currently on sale through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with other units for increased capacity.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is a decidedly expensive solution for a home backup system, and though portable, its hefty weight could affect portability. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA whole-home power backup system is a must for many, especially if you live in an area often affected by hurricanes or other natural disasters. A backup system like the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ad60fd9a-1017-4efb-bcbc-4c1d73a1062d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E can be the perfect fit if you want to switch to solar energy, have a backup in an emergency, or shave a little money off your energy bill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best Black Friday deals: Live updates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrowing up in a developing nation located squarely in the Caribbean meant my family was used to constant power outages. Whether due to hurricanes or other macroeconomic reasons, power outages were a nearly daily occurrence in my upbringing, so when I moved to Eastern North Carolina, I wanted to get a home backup system. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can be strong enough to power a home on its own but can be combined with several batteries as a whole-home backup solution.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","title":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","filename":"dpu3.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F09\u002F71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf\u002Fdpu3.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":13369237,"width":8064,"height":4536,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","imageAltText":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dpu3.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F09","imageWidth":8064,"imageHeight":4536,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ecoflow","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ecoflow.com\u002Fus\u002Fdelta-pro-ultra","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was glad to learn that the house my husband and I purchased already had a generator, but I was less glad when we realized it wasn't in working order. Since moving here over two years ago, we've experienced about a dozen hours-long power outages when a power backup system would've come in handy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoing through power outages with three young kids isn't easy, especially during the hot summer months, so when I began looking for a whole-home power backup system, I was excited to test the Delta Pro Ultra. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce I got the Delta Pro Ultra and Smart Home Panel 2, we looked for an electrician prepared to tackle the installation task. The entire project -- installation of the subpanel, disconnection of the standby home generator, and installation of the 100 amp service wire to the subpanel -- took a duo of certified electricians about 8 to 10 hours. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d8af73bd-8858-4333-99e1-a1c62fc8b33a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra &amp; Smart Home Panel 2 as installed in my garage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra & Smart Home Panel 2\" data-image-filename=\"dpu2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince then, the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra has run like a well-oiled machine in our home in multiple testing scenarios, including simulated power outages.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fanker-solix-c800-plus-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThis new portable power station from Anker is a definite head-turner\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis impressive portable battery has proven to be like the Swiss Army Knife of home backup systems. It can be charged through AC power, solar panels, and gas generators. You can use the DPU with existing rooftop solar panels or with flexible solar panels, meaning you could potentially go off the grid for days and continuously charge your EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with solar energy. The DPU allows for a solar input of up to 16.8kWh, maning you can connect up to 42 400W solar panels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9cd27045-2dec-48d2-8519-9c69691fac50\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means you could also charge your DPU and use it during peak energy hours to save money on your energy bill -- all with little work. The EcoFlow app lets you schedule this so that the battery takes over during peak hours, and your home automatically goes back to grid electricity at night when energy costs are lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesting the uninterrupted power switchover showed that EcoFlow's claims ring true, as the Smart Home Panel 2 ensured a fully automated whole-home switchover for our setup. Several storms that caused school districts to cancel classes and offices advising employees to work remotely led to ideal testing of the DPU and Smart Panel 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"139543b5-e321-48f4-bf0a-f724e2c12774\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app shows the Smart Panel 2 began preparing for the storm (left) and then alerted us when we were on backup power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow alerts\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-1-recovered-copy.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the first of these storms began hitting our home, the lights started flickering, and we went to prepare for a power outage. We knew an outage was a possibility, as we had been alerted by the energy company and have also suffered power outages with every major storm that has hit the area in the past two years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app showed that the Smart Home Panel 2 had already been preparing for the storm by ensuring the battery was fully charged. The power was only out for about 20 minutes during that storm. Still, the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2 and Delta Pro Ultra took over seamlessly, so much so that we didn't realize we were on backup power until a few minutes into the short outage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"568744ca-d975-42f0-8ae2-39a250baa502\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Smart Home Panel 2 has 12 loads of circuit level control, and we used each one to ensure the Delta Pro Ultra serves as a backup for what we need in our home during an outage. Because we have an older two-story, 3,000-square-foot home with two A\u002FC compressors and two furnaces, we couldn't load the DPU with the whole house. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThe best portable power stations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, we ensured that the following items were covered during a power outage: kitchen appliances like the refrigerator, kitchen outlets, the garage, some of the downstairs lights, the upstairs furnace, a medium-sized refrigerator, and four bedrooms and bathrooms.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78456cf3-73a3-452f-ba1e-cd56dbbdfad5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis ensures that our kids can have a comfortable night's sleep during power outages, that we can cook, and that there will be a seamless switchover, with no interruption to Wi-Fi.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, even though the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra lives in the garage connected to the Smart Home Panel 2, it's not limited to being a home backup system. We can still transport the portable battery to the backyard to power up devices or to the driveway to power the vacuum and carpet cleaners when deep cleaning the cars (ask me how I know).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"11b592c4-537f-4f45-bfd3-4dda3ea6c0b8\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is quite heavy, at a combined 186 lbs for the battery and inverter, but if you can fit it in your car or truck bed, it's sure to make a great addition to a camping getaway.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fankers-new-qi2-maggo-power-bank-offers-a-bonus-feature-for-iphone-users\u002F\"\u003EAnker's new Qi2 MagGo Power Bank offers a bonus feature for iPhone users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince the EcoFlow allows for stacking, you could scale up to 90kWh to power essential appliances for over a month. You could stack up to five DPU batteries under a single inverter and combine three stacks with the Smart Home Panel 2. Each \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"78024093-b593-483c-9163-f045261b1a60\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Battery-Expandable-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXLCK75\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"extra DPU battery\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E costs $2,399 through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6dcf09c4-1171-411d-8a5b-29c6c1ebcf10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E's biggest downside is its hefty upfront cost. Considering how expensive traditional generators for whole-home backup can get, not to mention follow-up maintenance costs, it's a good investment that could lead to potential savings, especially when combined with solar panels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DPU requires no maintenance and can run indoors safely, and its LFP battery and cooling system ensure temperature control. It's also a whisper-quiet solution, one that you can't even hear when under 2,000W, a stark contrast to our generator, which you can hear down the block when turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlternative uses for the DPU include: a solar panel setup for your home with solar panels that can be set up anywhere, a power supply for an RV or off-the-grid cabin, or plugged into your home's manual transfer switch.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b731fc89-2ee1-4dd6-a124-4503fb47afac\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile many sales events feature deals for a specific length of time, deals are on a limited-time basis, making them subject to expire anytime. ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best offers to help you maximize your savings so you can feel as confident in your purchases as we feel in our recommendations. Our ZDNET team of experts constantly monitors the deals we feature to keep our stories up-to-date. If you missed out on this deal, don't worry -- we're always sourcing new savings opportunities at \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002F"\u003EZDNET.com\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 18:33:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can power an entire home, but it's especially outstanding with the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. The body of the scooter features a foldable design, which makes it easier to store in your shed or garage when not in use, or fold and take with you into the office or classroom to prevent theft and damage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect the Max G2 to the companion app to get at-a-glance updates on remaining battery life and even integrate with Apple's Find My technology to pinpoint your scooter's location if it gets lost or stolen. You can also switch between the four riding modes to maximize battery life or boost motor output for making it up hills and inclines. The scooter is equipped with an LED headlight for safer traveling in dim or dark environments. Segway recommends the Max G2 e-scooter for kids 14 and older. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d963c0ac-976e-49f6-baa0-0799ba2aa4f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBest Buy hasn't put a definitive end-date for this Segway scooter deal. But you won't want to wait around to take advantage of the savings, because Best Buy or Segway may only have a certain number of units available at this price.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-19 21:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The Segway Max G2 is a great, eco-friendly way to run errands, joyride through the park, or commute to work or class this fall. What's more, Best Buy is offering it for $600 off.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"428acf9b-f772-4575-8c1a-bf5fc9a420d2",image:{id:"573fd6a5-2a87-4e1d-9d75-c7ef8f4bbffe",filename:"segway-max-g2-cover-image.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-27 20:53:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"holiday-placeholder-image",credits:"Segway\u002FBest Buy\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F27\u002F573fd6a5-2a87-4e1d-9d75-c7ef8f4bbffe\u002Fsegway-max-g2-cover-image.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"deals",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Yard & Outdoors",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"grab-a-segway-max-g2-electric-scooter-black-friday-deal-11-19-2024",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The Segway Max G2 electric scooter for $600 off at Best Buy ahead of Black Friday",topic:{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"3f95fcb4-e4fc-46bf-91d1-4b9ae78397b0",slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9841d7c0-1be2-42d4-963b-3d0c080290bc",slug:"tech",name:"Tech",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0d8cfdbe-8176-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"eyu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Eileen",lastName:"Yu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2",filename:"eileen-yu.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-13 06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"bff60577-acf4-4a95-822b-ade23017f9f8\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"green chips on circuitry board\" data-image-filename=\"green-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F25\" data-image-crop=\"2121x1192+0+0\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOrganizations believe their sustainability initiatives would have been lacking without a regulatory push and the use of climate technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Finsights\u002Fresearch-library\u002Fsustainability-trends-2024\u002F\"\u003Ereport\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Finsights\u002Fresearch-institute\u002F\"\u003ECapgemini Research Institute\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, some 65% said their company would not have launched several environmental sustainability initiatives if not for regulation. Another 75% pointed to sustainability regulation as necessary to achieve global climate goals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study polled 2,152 executives from 727 organizations in 13 nations, including Australia, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US. Another 6,500 consumers aged 18 and above were surveyed across the 13 markets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fformula-1-looks-to-ai-to-fuel-efficiencies-and-improve-sustainability-scorecard\u002F\"\u003EFormula 1 looks to AI to fuel efficiencies and improve sustainability scorecard\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 69% of organizations are anticipating stricter regulations in the future to be a key driver of sustainability initiatives, up from 57% last year, the Capgemini study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, regulations also can come with challenges. An executive from a large European telco explained that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.investopedia.com\u002Fterms\u002Fe\u002Fenvironmental-social-and-governance-esg-criteria.asp\"\u003EESG\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (environmental, social, governance) regulation carried the risk of becoming \"a mere compliance task driven by reporting requirements.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESven Jansen, head of global finance at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added that while legislations fuel sustainability efforts, the increased workload and substantial costs required to comply can create major obstacles for organizations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-the-future-of-the-ai-powered-agent-first-enterprise\u002F\"\u003EEarly adopters are deploying AI agents in the enterprise now, with scaled adoption in 2025\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's also boosting companies' ability to monitor their sustainability posture, with 73% of executives agreeing that the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive has pushed their organization to enhance its sustainability measurement and tracking capabilities.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study revealed that 67% of organizations believed they would not have achieved their sustainability goals without the help of climate technology. In particular, 69% pointed to the critical role of data and digital technologies in accelerating climate tech adoption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E65% said their organization used \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-generative-ai-and-why-is-it-so-popular-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\"\u003Egenerative artificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (Gen AI) to achieve its sustainability goals. This figure is higher than last year's 56% who said likewise, the study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsmall-nations-around-the-world-band-together-to-share-ai-lessons\u002F\"\u003E108 small nations band together to share AI lessons globally\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother 57% noted that the impact of Gen AI on sustainability is a topic of discussion in their boardroom, with 67% believing the benefits of Gen AI outweigh the negative \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffuture-of-computing-must-be-more-sustainable-even-as-ai-demand-fuels-energy-use\u002F\"\u003Eimpact the technology has on the environment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiting a separate July 2024 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F05\u002FFinal-Web-Version-Report-Gen-AI-in-Organization-Refresh.pdf\"\u003Eresearch on Gen AI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Capgemini said one-third of organizations are currently monitoring their energy and water consumption, as well as carbon emissions associated with the use of the AI technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 68% said sustainability-related data is available and shared across their entire organization, up from 56% last year and 43% in 2022. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\"\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 84% said their organization is on target to meet its carbon emissions goals, while 9% acknowledged they are behind.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 65% of executives believe current \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchina-us-rift-will-intensify-decoupling-in-tech-financial-systems\u002F\"\u003Egeopolitical developments\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are slowing down sustainability investments. Some 69% expressed concerns about the impact of the uncertain political environment in the US and other regions on their sustainability investments and projects.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJosé Antonio Coll from Airbus detailed that \"geopolitics has a significant impact on our sustainability investments because of our global industrial footprint and supply chains. As we and our supply chain operate under different regulations in various countries, we implement risk management checks to ensure we are operating sustainably, with a focus on how and where we source materials responsibly. Additionally, we work with many defense ministries, so export control and due diligence are crucial depending on the geopolitical context.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd despite organizations' efforts to reduce their impact on the environment, consumers are increasingly skeptical of such initiatives. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Capgemini study found that 52% of consumers believe businesses or brands are greenwashing their sustainability initiatives, up from 33% last year. The report defines greenwashing as \"engaging in false or misleading advertising about environmental or sustainability claims\" for products and services. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fglobal-telcos-pledge-to-adopt-responsible-ai-guidelines\u002F\"\u003EGlobal telcos pledge to adopt responsible AI guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 59% of consumers said they \"never, rarely, or only sometimes\" trust an environmental claim about a potential purchase. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuch skepticism has not gone unnoticed, with 62% of executives expressing concerns their organization's sustainability efforts might appear insincere to the public. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 43% of executives believe consumers consider their organization's sustainability efforts as greenwashing. This figure is up from 17% in 2023. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-25 22:40:03",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Many businesses believe their sustainability initiatives need regulation for climate goals to be attainable.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"0f1eb01b-3890-4aaa-9f87-5027ded18a68",image:{id:"bff60577-acf4-4a95-822b-ade23017f9f8",filename:"green-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-09-25 08:41:55",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"green chips on circuitry board",credits:"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty 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Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1055b0a2-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"government",name:"Government",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0d8cfdbe-8176-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"eyu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Eileen",lastName:"Yu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2",filename:"eileen-yu.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-13 06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2a39842a-3226-4334-a2c2-554731b50718\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"abstract image of tech cube infrastructure with greenery\" data-image-filename=\"sustaniability-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F13\" data-image-crop=\"2121x1192+0+0\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe future of computing needs to be more sustainable with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-ai-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence\u002F\"\u003Eartificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (AI) playing a role in achieving this, even as the growing adoption of the technology fuels energy consumption. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigital technologies such as AI can help identify ways to reduce emissions, such as optimizing power grids and developing sustainable supply chains, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pmo.gov.sg\u002FNewsroom\u002FDPM-Heng-Swee-Keat-at-the-Launch-of-the-Alibaba-NTU-Global-E-Sustainability-Corplab\"\u003Esaid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI models can analyze complex environmental data, find areas to improve, and drive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\"\u003Emore efficient\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, data-driven decision-making, said Heng, at the Alibaba-NTU Global E-Sustainability Corplab launch in Singapore. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsony-to-help-test-and-finetune-regional-large-language-model\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAI arm of Sony Research to help develop large language model with AI Singapore\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigitalization itself, though, can also significantly widen our carbon footprint, he said, noting that the tech industry alone currently contributes an estimated 1.5% to 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The digital revolution and green revolutions are intertwined,\" he added. \"Just as the future of sustainability will be AI-driven, the future of computing must also be greener.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith energy consumption \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows\u002F\"\u003Ebound for growth as the use of AI climbs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, everyone must use AI well, he said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EHow%20your%20inefficient%20data%20center%20hampers%20sustainability%20-%20and%20AI%20adoption%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo do so, various \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-urged-to-fund-support-for-ai-adoption-and-decarbonization\u002F\"\u003Emeasures are needed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to ensure AI is deployed optimally while achieving sustainability, including policies, Heng said. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-looks-to-ai-future-with-plans-for-quantum-chip-and-data-centers\u002F\"\u003ESingapore's green data center\u003C\u002Fa\u003E roadmap, for instance, was introduced earlier this year to optimize its green energy use, efficiency, and computing capacity. It outlines the need for data center operators to work with enterprises to improve the energy efficiency of hardware and software, while energy suppliers have to scale up the use of green energy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe added that the new corporate lab established by Alibaba and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) plays a role in boosting Singapore's research, innovation, and enterprise capabilities, particularly, in translating research insights into tangible real-world applications. Such collaboration will strengthen niche capabilities and facilitate interdisciplinary research, he said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToday, Singapore houses more than 20 corporate labs across universities, Heng said, such as the ExxonMobil-NTU-A*Star corporate lab, whose efforts include developing efficient carbon capture and carbonization technologies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-lawyers-offered-access-to-microsoft-copilot-but-reminded-to-have-human-oversight\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E Microsoft Copilot to be integrated into Singapore's legal technology platform\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe focus, for the Alibaba-NTU research facility is building sustainable digital applications, such as green AI models, to uncover new ways to cut energy use and minimize environmental impact, he stated. These can further support smart digital technologies and greater urban sustainability, he added.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis may be increasingly critical as organizations are unlikely to hold back their AI adoption even amid concerns about its impact on the environment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 64% have expressed worries about how AI and machine learning initiatives will impact their energy use and carbon footprint, according to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weka.io\u002Fcompany\u002Fweka-newsroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fglobal-trends-in-ai-2024\u002F\"\u003Estudy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released by AI data platform WEKA and S&P Global Market Intelligence. Another 25% say they are very concerned about this impact.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fibm-will-train-you-in-ai-fundamentals-for-free-and-give-you-a-skill-credential-in-10-hours\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIBM will train you in AI fundamentals for free, and give you a skill credential - in 10 hours\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConducted in the second quarter of 2024, the survey polled 1,519 AI and machine learning decision-makers across enterprises, research organizations, and AI tech vendors. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 42% of respondents say their organizations have invested in energy-efficient IT hardware to address the potential environmental impact of their AI projects over the past year. Among them, 56% say this has had a high or very high impact, the study found. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite their concerns, 33% of respondents have AI projects that are widely implemented and driving significant value, compared to 28% last year. Respondents in North America lead the pack, where 48% have AI that is widely implemented, followed by Asia-Pacific at 26% and EMEA at 25%. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EBusinesses%20still%20ready%20to%20invest%20in%20Gen%20AI,%20with%20risk%20management%20a%20top%20priority%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusinesses still ready to invest in Gen AI, with risk management a top priority\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 88% are actively investigating Gen AI outpacing other AI applications. For instance, 61% are exploring prediction models, while 51% are looking at classification, 30% are at expert systems, and 30% are investigating robotics. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 24% of respondents see Gen AI as an integrated capability deployed across their organization. Another 37% have Gen AI in production but not yet scaled, while 11% have yet to invest in Gen AI. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-data-confirms-genai-boosts-software-productivity-at-least-for-beginning-developers\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E The data suggests gen AI boosts software productivity - for these developers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe organizations, on average, have 10 AI projects in the pilot while 16 are in limited deployment. Just six AI initiatives are deployed at scale. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAsked about their biggest technology barriers to deployments, 35% point to storage and data management, while 26% cite computing, and 23% see security as an inhibitor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-13 14:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Nations need to tap artificial intelligence to achieve sustainability, but the technology's growing adoption will drive power 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Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"VCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024\" data-image-filename=\"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData currently being collected at all competition venues at the Paris Olympics will provide insights that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) hopes can help reduce the carbon footprint of future Games. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IOC is tracking data on power consumption across 35 competition venues, using a combination of smart and conventional meters installed across these sites. The datasets then will be collected and analyzed via Alibaba Cloud's sustainability platform, Energy Expert, with the insights generated used to identify ways the IOC can improve power efficiencies at future games venues. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe data will include real-time energy consumption at selected competition venues, where 100 smart electric meters have been installed to provide \"more comprehensive datasets\", Alibaba said. These include sites such as broadcast and media working areas, food and beverage equipment, and playing fields, the Chinese cloud vendor added.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-is-moving-to-the-cloud-but-how-green-is-it-really\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEverything is moving to the cloud. But how green is it, really?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe real-time data will be analyzed alongside historical data -- measured by the conventional meters -- which will be provided by the IOC. The data collected also takes into consideration environmental conditions, such as weather and surges in power consumption, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe datasets should collectively offer a more accurate indication of energy consumption at the Games, Alibaba said. It added that the IOC can consolidate all energy-related data from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics into a single dashboard, including consumption, power demand contingency, venue capacity, onsite weather conditions, and competition-related information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData on energy consumption at previous games, including the London Olympics 2012, Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, and Tokyo Olympics 2020, will also be available for analysis via Energy Expert, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba launched Energy Expert in June 2022 and deployed it at its first sporting event in 2023 at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-to-host-first-olympic-esports-week-in-2023\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Esports week in Singapore\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, where it measured and analyzed carbon emissions from temporary constructions built on-site. The data insights were used to compare materials and equipment used at the event, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Electricity consumption is a large contributor to the Olympic Games' carbon emissions,\" llario Corna, IOC's chief information and technology officer, said in a statement. \"The data-driven insight produced by Energy Expert will help us learn from each Games edition and apply that knowledge intelligently to make future events even more energy efficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Folympics.com\u002Fioc\u002Fsustainability\u002Fclimate\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIOC has committed to cut\u003C\u002Fa\u003E its direct and indirect carbon emissions by 30% this year and another 50% by 2030, in line with The Paris Agreement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA third-party vendor engaged by the IOC installed the 100 smart meters at this year's Olympic Games, alongside the local utility provider, Alibaba told ZDNET. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET also asked if the IOC had provided \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esustainability guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Alibaba's cloud data centers, which are used to support the service, as part of its third-party supplier agreement. Alibaba did not comment directly on whether IOC had laid out these guidelines, but it noted that all data collected via the smart meters will be stored at its cloud data centers located in Frankfurt.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of these three German facilities uses 100% green electricity to power its operations, Alibaba said, adding that it also monitors and optimizes the data center's daily carbon footprint to ensure a more sustainable operation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Chinese cloud vendor has committed to powering all its data centers with 100% clean energy by 2030.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESingapore heats up data centers with operating standards for tropical climates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is also providing the backbone infrastructure for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Folympic-broadcasting-service-aims-to-set-sport-streaming-benchmark-with-alibaba\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Broadcasting Services\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OBS) at this year's Games, which features the launch of OBS Cloud 3.0, according to Alibaba.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe platform will support several critical functions and encompasses OBS Live Cloud, which will facilitate the remote distribution to media rights-holders. It marks the first time this is delivered via cloud infrastructure rather than by satellites, which have been used since the Tokyo Olympics in 1964.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Paris Olympics 2024, two-thirds of booked remote services encompassing 54 broadcasters are delivered via OBS Live Cloud, Alibaba said, including two Ultra High-Definition (UHD) broadcasters. The cloud platform is set to transmit 379 video feeds, including 11 UHD and 368 HD, as well as 100 audio feeds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOBS' content delivery platform, Content+, which is hosted on Alibaba Cloud, is expected to deliver an estimated 11,000 hours of content this year, up 15% from Tokyo 2020. This content will include live sessions, athlete interviews, and social media streams.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba added that Content+ offers features that allow media rights-holders to generate their own highlights from anywhere and push content that can be downloaded in three different resolutions, including for digital and social media consumption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-07-29 17:03:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Data on power consumption at competition venues could offer insights that the International Olympic Committee hopes can reduce the carbon footprint of future Games.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"739837e3-3b98-4a53-b1bb-892d03c77baf",image:{id:"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa",filename:"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-07-26 15:50:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F26\u002Fcc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\u002Folympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:683,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"data-from-the-paris-olympics-could-help-cut-energy-use-at-the-next-games",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Data from the Paris Olympics could help cut energy use at the next Games",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"101518dd-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"cloud",name:"Cloud",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data Centers",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EWhen folks find out I grew up on a farm, one of the first questions they ask is: Can you help me with my garden? And really, what is farming if not a more intense version of gardening?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Fbest-indoor-garden\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best indoor garden you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile everyone's growing situation is different, there are a few key basics to keep in mind while planning for patio containers, raised beds, or in-ground planting. 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Great Gifts for Seniors, Women, Parents","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1717770202824,"displayDate":"Fri Jun 07 2024 10:23:22 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e3e50549-8d12-40bb-a705-f6c1615324f0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAside from a watering can, a good, sturdy garden trowel like the Fiskars ergonomic trowel is a vital tool. Not only does it allow you to dig around in the soil for transferring seedlings and repotting plants, but&nbsp;the pointed tip is great for digging out weeds and removing rocks and stones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the most important tool every gardener should have?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b48d0b81-81d9-43a0-8b82-264aaa890817\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMiracle-Gro all-purpose plant food is a great option for providing balanced nutrients for your plants, whether you choose in-ground or bed gardening. Just be sure to follow instructions for proper application to avoid over fertilization.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best fertilizer for raised beds?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c62a0a04-0360-4139-9a16-8387d0f521b3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want a permanent greenhouse or conservatory, it's best to contact a local contractor as well as your city office for permitting and construction. Permanent greenhouses require poured concrete foundation slabs as well as sturdy steel-and-glass construction to trap heat and moisture. They also require HVAC systems for proper ventilation, temperature control, and to prevent mold and mildew from moisture build-up. Costs will vary wildly depending on size, location, materials, and labor.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What type of greenhouse is best for year-round growing?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8cd65252-0268-4731-9add-edb82a404739\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to grow a few vegetables and kitchen herbs on your patio or in your backyard, you shouldn't need a permit to do so. However, you may want to check with any apartment complex or HOA regulations so you don't come home to find your mint and poblano pepper plants have been confiscated. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're looking to start a community garden, contact your city office for guidelines and permitting questions. Do be aware, though, that community gardens require time, effort, and money to operate; so make sure that everyone interested in the project is aware of rules and regulations for planting, maintaining the garden, and harvesting. You may also need to petition appropriate non-profits and organizations for sponsorship; If granted, sponsorship usually requires your garden to display the organization's logo as well as an acknowledgement of their funding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do I need a permit to start a garden?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ac22392c-3072-47a1-96e0-73b9b442aa2a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely! And you don't even need a fancy hydroponic setup to do so. As long as you have a good, full-spectrum grow light for seedlings and to supplement low-intensity winter sunlight, consistent temperatures and humidity in your home -- and no pets that will eat your plants -- you'll be able to grow kitchen herbs and even some varieties of vegetables like tomatoes indoors year-round.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can I grow herbs indoors year-round?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5ee94839-3c9a-4fed-b491-f1bca493d760\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're a pet parent, you know that they'll get into anything and everything -- especially if it's bad for them. If you have cats, you'll want to avoid: garlic, onions, oregano, marjoram, rosemary, lavender, tarragon, and all varieties of mint except catmint\u002Fcatnip. If you're not sure how to tell a plant is in the mint family, check the stem: plants in the mint family have a distinctive, square stem.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you have dogs, you'll want to avoid planting these in your garden: chives and garlic, lavender, oregano, marjoram, mint (two varieties are toxic and most others cause GI issues), flat-leaf Italian parsley, and thyme.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What plants are toxic to pets?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-06-07 14:28:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Looking to start a garden this summer? 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This development, in turn, can further drive innovations in deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, there still are challenges to resolve in quantum, including requirements for cryogenic cooling and error correction, Heng said. He noted that researchers worldwide were assessing different approaches to achieve scale and enable quantum computing to be commercially viable. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Frote-automation-is-so-last-year-ai-pushes-more-intelligence-into-software-development\u002F\"\u003ERote automation is so last year: AI pushes more intelligence into software development\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore wants to address these \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F61-of-firms-worry-they-are-unprepared-for-security-risks-in-quantum-era\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Echallenges\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with its National Quantum Strategy, coupled with almost SG$300 million ($221.99 million) in investment. This cash is on top of a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-ups-investment-in-quantum-computing-to-stay-ahead-of-security-threats\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eprevious SG$96.6 million commitment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E announced in 2022. The new investment is earmarked for five years, through to 2030, to boost the country's position as a leading hub in the development and deployment of quantum technologies, Heng said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis roadmap focuses on four areas, including initiatives in quantum research, such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F61-of-firms-worry-they-are-unprepared-for-security-risks-in-quantum-era\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Equantum communications and security\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and quantum processors, and a scholarship program to produce 100 PhD and 100 master's-level graduates over the next five years, he said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEfforts are underway for Singapore to build \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fqepsg.org\u002Fprojects\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecapabilities in the design and development of quantum processors\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This work will encompass research on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mckinsey.com\u002Fcapabilities\u002Fmckinsey-digital\u002Four-insights\u002Ftech-forward\u002Fpotential-and-challenges-of-quantum-computing-hardware-technologies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Equbit technologies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, including photonic networks, neutral atoms, and superconducting circuits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET understands Singapore's target is to have the first prototype ready in the next three years and scale out production in five years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe government in 2022 unveiled a three-year initiative to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-to-build-quantum-safe-network-for-critical-infrastructure-trials\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuild a quantum-safe network\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that it hopes will showcase \"crypto-agile connectivity\" and facilitate trials with both public and private organizations. The initiative also includes a quantum security lab for vulnerability research. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELaying the ground for green data centers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore last week also launched its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.imda.gov.sg\u002F-\u002Fmedia\u002Fimda\u002Ffiles\u002Fhow-we-can-help\u002Fgreen-dc-roadmap\u002Fgreen-dc-roadmap.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreen data center roadmap\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to chart \"digital sustainability and chart green growth pathways\" for such facilities, supporting AI and computing developments. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe country has over 1.4 gigawatts of data center capacity and is home to more than 70 cloud, enterprise, and co-location data centers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore is aiming to add at least 300 megawatts of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eadditional data center capacity\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \"in the near term\" and another 200 megawatts through green energy deployments, said Janil Puthucheary, senior minister of state for the Ministry of Communications and Information, at the summit. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEfforts will be made to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenhance efficiency\u003C\u002Fa\u003E through both hardware and software, Puthucheary said, pointing to technologies that maximize energy efficiency and capacity, and green software tools. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe added that improving data center efficiency is also about greening software, so the carbon emissions of applications can be reduced.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe said the focus will be placed on data centers to accelerate their use of green energy, with the government offering support via grants and incentives to switch to energy-efficient IT equipment. In addition, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) will work with PUB to help data centers push their water usage effectiveness (WUE) to 2.0 cubic meters or less per megawatt hour, up from the 2021 median WUE of 2.2 cubic meters. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fagile-development-can-unlock-the-power-of-generative-ai-heres-how\u002F\"\u003EAgile development can unlock the power of generative AI - here's how\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIMDA will jointly develop standards and certifications with industry partners to drive the development and operation of data centers with power usage effectiveness (PUE) of 1.3 or lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, the BCA-IMDA Green Mark for data centers will be refreshed by year-end to raise the standards for energy efficiency in data centers. IMDA will also introduce standards for IT equipment energy efficiency and liquid cooling by 2025, to drive the adoption of these technologies in Singapore.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe green data center roadmap outlines plans to reduce energy use for air-cooling by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftropical-data-center-now-up-and-running-in-singapore\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eraising operating temperatures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIMDA's tropical DC methodology\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the government agency, data centers can achieve 2% to 5% energy savings for every 1°C increase in operating temperature.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also pointed to simulations that have found existing data centers can achieve a 50% reduction in energy consumption of supporting infrastructure, with energy-efficient retrofits and upgrades for key equipment, such as chiller plants and uninterruptible power supplies.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We aim to uplift all data centers in Singapore to achieve PUE of less than 1.3 at 100% IT load over the next 10 years,\" IMDA said. \"This gives existing data centers sufficient time to plan for upgrades.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe tech industry today emits an estimated 1.5% to 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, Heng noted, with this figure projected to climb as the use of AI expands alongside the need for data storage and processing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2024-is-the-year-of-generative-ai-implementation-and-optimization\u002F\"\u003E3 ways to accelerate generative AI implementation and optimization\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe said technologies that drive the country's digital economy, such as cloud and AI, fuel demand for powerful and energy-intensive computing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Data centers lie at the heart of such activities and require large amounts of energy for processing and cooling. Greening ICT, especially data centers, is therefore crucial in a digital and carbon-constrained world,\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"There is a need to balance the economic and social benefits of digital applications with the environmental effects from the resultant emissions,\" he said, noting that Singapore has committed to a net-zero target by 2050. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The [green data center] roadmap sets out low-carbon energy sources that data centers can explore, which include bioenergy, fuel cells with carbon capture, low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia for a start,\" Puthucheary explained. \"We welcome proposals from the industry to push boundaries in realizing these pathways in Singapore.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ECharting global test standards for AI models\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeanwhile, the country wants to lead the way by releasing standards for large language model (LLM) testing, developed via partnerships with global organizations such as MLCommons, IBM, and Singtel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDubbed Project Moonshot, the LLM testing tool provides benchmarking, red-teaming, and testing baselines to help developers and organizations mitigate risks associated with LLM deployment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgenerative-ai-is-the-technology-that-it-feels-most-pressure-to-exploit\u002F\"\u003EGenerative AI is the technology that IT feels most pressure to exploit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELLMs without guardrails can reinforce biases and create harmful content, with unintended consequences. \"IMDA is seeking to establish guardrails to manage the risks while enabling space for innovation,\" the government agency said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It is important to adopt an agile, test-and-iterate approach to address key risks in model development and use. Project Moonshot provides intuitive results, so testing unveils the quality and safety of a model or application in an easily understood manner, even for a non-technical user.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe testing tool provides a five-tier scoring system where each completed scoring sheet will place the application on a scale. Grade cut-offs can be determined by the author of each of these scoring sheets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-identifies-six-generative-ai-risks-sets-up-foundation-to-guide-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAI Verify Foundation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and MLCommons jointly developed the testing LLM benchmarks. The latter is an open-engineering consortium supported by Qualcomm, Google, Intel, and NVIDIA and recognized by the US National Institute of Science and Technology under its AI Safety Consortium. AI Verify Foundation is Singapore's not-for-profit foundation that focuses on developing AI testing tools. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-business-is-booming-chatgpt-enterprise-now-boasts-600000-users\u002F\"\u003EAI business is booming: ChatGPT Enterprise now boasts 600,000+ users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Faiverifyfoundation.sg\u002Fproject-moonshot\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EProject Moonshot\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is currently available as an open beta. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIMDA said it is working with companies such as Anthropic to develop a practical guide to multilingual and multicultural red-teaming for LLMs. The guide is slated for release later this year for global use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-06-04 00:00:22",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A mixture of cash investments and global standards for LLM testing could help Singapore make a mark in AI.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"ad82d42c-4a23-454d-8dcc-3942366c4582",image:{id:"edcbbaf7-51a5-41a2-ab12-07b33c94d9db",filename:"gettyimages-1486716455.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-06-03 19:53:17",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Singapore buildings",credits:"Karl Hendon\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F06\u002F03\u002Fedcbbaf7-51a5-41a2-ab12-07b33c94d9db\u002Fgettyimages-1486716455.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2253,height:1330,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Artificial Intelligence",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"singapore-looks-to-ai-future-with-plans-for-quantum-chip-and-data-centers",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Singapore looks to boost AI with plans for quantum computing and data centers",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"101518dd-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"cloud",name:"Cloud",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data Centers",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1140e374-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"singapore",name:"Singapore",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3f15d58e-3562-4a68-93b0-e11519f1afba",slug:"quantum-computing",name:"Quantum Computing",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"553b1768-5a99-4550-87f0-52f0041ac893\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill on a table with a grill brush and spatula.\" data-image-filename=\"img-6403.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"2048\" data-image-height=\"1152\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESave $50 on the standard size Weber Lumin electric outdoor grill in black at Amazon during their Memorial Day sale.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhy this deal is ZDNET recommended\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWeber is one of the biggest names in grilling and outdoor cooking, with its classic kettle-style charcoal grills being one of the most popular choices. It also has a great range of gas and dual-fuel grills for backyard barbecuers and pitmasters who don't want to deal with the mess and hassle of charcoal and lighter fluid. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-id-get-my-mom-for-mothers-day\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEverything I'd get my mom for Mother's Day\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd for the grilling aficionado who doesn't want to deal with either, Weber has introduced its new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6c8ddfdb-6df9-45af-bbf5-e0a086c7f78d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FWeber-Lumin-Outdoor-Electric-Barbecue\u002Fdp\u002FB0BNNXKH3X?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lumin electric grill\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe electric grill gives your food that charred, smoky, and grilled flavor we all know and love rather than tasting like it has been pan-fried or steamed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Weber Lumin Compact\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill on a table. 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The Lumin uses a traditional, open grill grate which allows cooking juices and fat to drip down onto the heating element and lower portion of the grill itself. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"fd9d076a-d0f8-441f-b628-40a3ab56933c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAt full capacity, the grill can fit a good two to three portions of food.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of two chicken breasts and a foil packet of broccoli being cooked on a Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the fat and drippings hit the element or heated metal, they will vaporize and smoke, giving your meat, fish, and vegetables that distinctive charred, smoky flavor that comes with gas or charcoal grilling. The Lumen also comes with a stainless steel steamer basket that can be used to hold soaked woodchips for smoking ribs and brisket, water for steaming vegetables or thawing meat to grill, or water to use the grill as a chafing dish to keep prepared food at safe temperatures while you finish cooking.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhome-entertainment\u002Fbest-outdoor-tv\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest outdoor TVs you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was a little skeptical of just how well the Weber Lumin could mimic the taste of a gas grill, so I cooked two identical meals: chicken breasts marinated in buttermilk and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fholaisland\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHola Island Provisions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Jamaican marinade, broccoli, and tabbouleh. I cooked two chicken breasts and about half a pound of broccoli on both the Lumin and my inherited, mystery-brand gas grill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPre-heating both grills took about the same amount of time; ten to fifteen minutes, give or take, which didn't surprise me. And cook times were very similar as well, which was surprising. I was fully expecting the gas grill to take a bit longer to cook at least the chicken since it allowed more airflow. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"759ac6b9-1b0c-4094-a9bb-3b20c6816247\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA temperature control knob on the side of the Lumen grill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill temperature controls.\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is a virtually-closed unit, with just a small opening at the very bottom of the grill to allow excess cooking juices and fats to drip down into the dedicated waste tray. This doesn't allow a lot of airflow, and the double-walled design of the lid and grill body mean that the Lumin also holds a lot more heat for a lot longer. However, both grills took about 20 minutes to properly cook both the chicken breasts and broccoli packets. Which was good because, by this point, I was getting exceptionally hungry and tired of babysitting two grills.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2181662-44d6-402b-9893-c5b110c3d9ed\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA waste tray to catch all the excess juice and drippings.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the drip pan of the Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I made up plates for comparison shots, I thought the Weber Lumin did a great job putting char and color on the meat and vegetables. But looks can be deceiving, so I saved my judgment for what we've all been waiting for: the taste test.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I tell you that if I hadn't cooked everything myself, I wouldn't have been able to tell which was which.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI honestly wasn't expecting the electric grill version to have much flavor at all besides what seasonings I had used on the chicken and vegetables. But the smoked and vaporized fat and cooking juices from the chicken were able to impart that distinctive grilled flavor we all want. It wasn't as strong or as nuanced as it would have been if I had grilled over wood or charcoal, but compared to propane, the plates were nearly identical in flavor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6a234c7f-4c9c-4e20-9c5f-9b5ab152e38d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA comparison between what's cooked by the Lumen grill (left) and my mystery gas grill (right).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Two plates with identical meals of grilled chicken and broccoli with tabbouleh. One is labeled "electric" and the other is labeled "propane"\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only real complaint I have about the Lumin is that neither the full-sized nor compact version come packaged with a stand or legs. By default, they are meant to be set on a table, which is great for apartments and condos with outdoor space so limited they can't fit both a grill and prep table. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Ftovala-smart-oven-can-this-souped-up-smart-toaster-replace-both-our-microwave-and-oven\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECan this souped-up toaster replace your microwave and oven? \u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut if you do have the space, I highly recommend buying the leg base -- not only to save you the panic of trying to find a way to arrange your outdoor space so the plug will reach but also so you can get a proper cover for your grill to protect it from the elements while not in use. And though Weber says the grill is safe to leave outside in the rain, I would also recommend bringing it inside your garage or tool shed if you're going to get more than a light mist or sprinkles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is available in two sizes, with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"c0609b9d-65c6-44f2-8e39-9919aac0feb8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002F92300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E selling for $519 and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"53df79d7-db98-46d3-a2b4-11a42064f2b8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-compact-electric-grills\u002F91300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E retailing for $459. They both also come in five different colors (black, dark blue, yellow, green, and light blue) so you can match them with your other outdoor cooking equipment or show off your personal style. And if you want to buy the leg bases, they retail for $149 and $179 for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f403743d-d190-440b-be81-d175881717b0\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-compact-electric-grill\u002F6618.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1045b642-f399-444f-9292-7c4a00acbdb2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-electric-grill\u002F6619.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E versions, respectively.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-05-27 23:22:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Weber's Lumin compact electric grill ditches the propane and gas while still delivering big flavor you expect from grilling meats and veggies. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ESpring is in full bloom, which means it's time to start prepping your lawn for new growth and landscaping projects. Riding mowers are popular for homeowners with big properties to maintain. They have cutting decks measuring from 42 inches to 72 inches, allowing you to quickly mow everything from traditional lawns to large properties, such as sports complexes or golf courses.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-lawn-mower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlike their push mower counterparts, riding mowers have more features to consider when searching for the right fit for your greenery. You can choose between a manual or hydrostatic transmission to \"set and forget\" your speed or operate your mower like a car. You can even get riding mowers with cruise control or all-wheel drive for better traction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best riding mower right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile gas engines are far more common among riding mowers, there is a wide selection of battery-powered models if you're looking for an eco-friendly solution. My pick for the best overall riding mower is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9701290b-07b0-4e4e-a885-a42f60238eaa\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.troybilt.com\u002Fen_US\u002Flawn-and-garden-tractors\u002Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower\u002F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pjatr.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for its 24HP engine, 54-inch cutting deck, and ability to mow up to four acres with a full gas tank. Keep reading to find out more about the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as well as our other top picks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best riding mowers of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"220049e2-8c1a-4992-9db4-eb4e30f4d25d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower is an excellent choice for different lawn types. It's built with a 24HP Kohler engine and a 54-inch cutting deck to handle inclines and rough terrain or haul tools, mulch, and potting soil around your property. The hydrostatic, automatic transmission makes operation similar to a typical car, so you can spend more time actually cutting your grass and less time learning how to drive your mower. With a 3-gallon tank, you'll be able to mow up to 4 acres at a time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-robot-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best robot lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVerified customer reviews from The Home Depot and Troy-Bilt's website call out the Super Bronco XP's ability to handle larger lawns and landscaping with the wide cutting deck and 16-inch turn radius. They also note that the deck is made of both a stamped steel upper piece and fabricated steel underside for better durability and airflow.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;24HP Kohler |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;54 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E4 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP\" data-superlative=\"Best riding mower overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12","title":"troy-bilt-super-bronco","filename":"troy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12\u002Ftroy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":89462,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:47:09","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:47:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12","imageAltText":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"troy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntra.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html","offerMerchant":"Troy-Bilt","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.troybilt.com\u002Fen_US\u002Flawn-and-garden-tractors\u002Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower\u002F13AQA2BWA66.html","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntra.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FTroy-Bilt-Super-Bronco-XP-54-in-24-HP-V-Twin-Kohler-7000-Series-Engine-Hydrostatic-Drive-Gas-Riding-Lawn-Tractor-Super-Bronco-XP-54\u002F317834420","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ 24HP engine ~ 54-inch cutting deck ~ Automatic transmission ~ Attachments and accessories available\" data-dislike=\"~ Pricey ~ 3-blade deck means more maintenance\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8be8a0dc-5fee-4fae-a041-234bc38f79ec\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EElectric riding mowers have become more popular in recent years as homeowners and landscaping professionals look for ways to make lawn care more eco-friendly. 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Verified customer reviews from The Home Depot call out how quiet the mower is due to the electric motor as well as its ability to handle rougher terrain and larger lawns. However, some do call out that the Ryobi 80V mower has trouble with wetter areas and patches of taller grass.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERyobi 80V electric lawn tractor tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;80V brushless electric |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;46 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E2.5 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Ryobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor\" data-superlative=\"Best electric riding mower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Ryobi 80V electric mower on a grey background. 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They call out the rear tires for their deep treads, which help keep the mower from getting bogged down in wet and muddy areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt Z160 Commercial tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;24HP Kawasaki V-Twin |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;60 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Dual hydrostatic\u002Fautomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E10 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt Z160 Commercial\" data-superlative=\"Best riding mower for large properties\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","title":"dewalt-z160","filename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f\u002Fdewalt-z160.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":71605,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:51:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:52:13","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","imageAltText":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"DeWalt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Farm and Home Supply","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.farmandhomesupply.com\u002Fdewalt-kawasaki-gas-hydrostatic-zero-turn-mower-z160-60-in-24-hp.html","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Dkhardware","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dkhardware.com\u002Fdewalt-dxgz260p-z260-commercial-60-in-24-hp-kawasaki-v-twin-fs730v-series-engine-dual-hydrostatic-gas-zero-turn-law-product-7490160.html","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Mow up to 10 acres ~ 5.5 gallon gas tank ~ Dual hydrostatic drive ~ Great for hills and inclines\" data-dislike=\"~ Very expensive ~ Twin-stick steering takes some getting used to ~ Very large\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c1a419c1-19af-4522-8912-48381505968d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI chose the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as the best riding mower you can buy since it features a 54-inch cutting deck and a 3-gallon fuel tank, letting you mow up to 4 acres in a single go. The 24-horsepower engine also lets you take on steeper inclines and rough terrain or haul tools and gardening supplies around your property. The hydrostatic drive makes operation similar to a typical car, while an LED display gives you accurate usage hours for streamlined maintenance. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest riding mower\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E54 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$5000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E46 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7099\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3599\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E30 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;*Lowest price at the time of writing. Please note that prices may vary based on retailer and available promotions, sales, or discounts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cc870d10-dedf-4cdd-b35f-509c47cc3b42\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOther than your budget, there are a lot of features and scenarios you have to consider while shopping for a new riding mower. The size of your yard will determine how wide the cutting deck should be, though either a 42 or 46-inch version will be more than enough for most yards.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can choose either a manual or hydrostatic transmission. A manual model lets you "set and forget" your speed so you can focus, while hydrostatic models operate more like cars, going faster the harder you press the pedal. This makes them more intuitive to operate but also more expensive.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZero-turn mowers are designed for mowing in oddly shaped areas or around lots of obstacles like trees, lamp posts, and lawn ornaments. They're called "zero-turn" because they have a zero-inch turn radius; you pivot around either rear wheel for ultra-tight turning. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you need a more in-depth guide, you can \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fhow-to-choose-a-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echeck out my how-to\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which walks you through mower types, maintenance, and how to budget.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this best riding mower...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded riding mower. The 54-inch cutting deck and 24HP engine let you mow up to 4 acres at a time. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn all-electric riding mower. The electric engine requires less maintenance than gas models, making your lawn-care routine more eco-friendly. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn excellent zero-turn riding mower. Precision maneuvering lets you mow around trees, landscaping, and other obstacles with ease. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA compact riding mower. The 30-inch deck and smaller build make this riding mower perfect for smaller suburban lawns. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA riding mower that can handle larger properties. This commercial-grade, zero-turn riding mower lets you cut up to 10 acres at once. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right riding mower for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"82a0b5ce-f900-483a-a70b-522e538843fe\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're looking to buy your first-ever lawn mower, or upgrade from a push or self-propelled, there are a few things to keep in mind when shopping:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMotor size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EYou'll want a riding mower with at least a 10HP engine to give you enough power to handle minor inclines and lawns up to half an acre. Larger riding mowers like the John Deere Z530M have more powerful engines, often topping out over 20HP to let you tackle rough terrain and even haul equipment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EMany riding mowers have either a 42 or 46-inch cutting deck, which is great for lawns between .5 and 1.5 acres. However, if you have a large, multi-acre property, you'll want to choose a larger cutting deck. Many brands have options between 50 and 72-inch cutting decks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe less expensive riding mowers will have either a 6 or 7-speed manual transmission. This means you will use a dedicated lever to set your engine's forward and reverse speeds, with a single brake pedal for stop control. The more expensive models feature a hydrostatic drive, which operates similarly to an automatic transmission in a typical car or truck.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAccessories:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Lawn care goes beyond regular mowing. I chose riding mowers that can hitch small trailers or wagons for hauling tools, mulch, or potting soil. I also chose mowers from brands that make after-market add-ons, like rear bagging units for collecting grass clippings, mulching kits for re-feeding lawns, and snow plows for year-round use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing the best riding mower:\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"280b4abe-1ff6-479d-8ac4-67c69fc92667\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI used to work for MTD Products (now owned by Black+Decker), which assembles a variety of lawn mowers, snow blowers, and other powered lawn equipment. Using the expertise and knowledge I gained during my time there, I looked for riding mowers with these qualities:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERun time:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Whether you choose a traditional gas engine or electric riding mower, it's important to choose a model with a long enough run time to mow your lawn within a reasonable amount of time. For most suburban lawns, a 1-gallon gas tank or 60-minute battery life should be plenty to mow your lawn in a single day.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Your lawn mower is going to take a beating. From being exposed to the elements, to running over roots and debris and just normal wear and tear. Choose a riding mower that is made from durable parts like stamped steel or heavy-duty plastic, and also take advantage of any product warranties to replace defective or worn out parts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComfort and safety:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E You don't want mowing your lawn to be a literal pain in the ass. Make sure the seat provides enough cushioning to be comfortable to sit on for at least an hour, as well as an ergonomic design to help prevent back pain and strain from insufficient support. And make sure all operation controls are within easy reach and can be quickly used in an emergency to kill the blades or engine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these riding mowers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAssuming you have a budget in mind, you first need to find out how big your lawn is. You can either find your lot size on your memorandum deeds if you've bought your house, or you can check your city's website to see if you can request lot measurements if you're renting. If your lot measures about an acre, you can use a 30 or 42-inch cutting deck without any issues. For lawns up to two acres, a 42 or 46-inch deck is ideal. And if your lot is over two acres, you can get a mower with up to a 72-inch cutting deck to handle larger areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe transmission type is also important. Many newer models have what is known as a hydrostatic drive, which means that they operate similarly to how a car drives: You push the pedal to move forward or backward, and the harder you push, the faster you go. This makes it easier to learn how to drive, but that also makes the mower more expensive. More stripped-back models have variable-speed manual transmissions, which allow you to "set and forget" your speed so you can focus on paying attention to obstacles and people who may be nearby.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd finally, you'll want to consider the power source for your new riding mower. Gasoline engines are far more common, but there is now a wider variety of battery-powered models to choose from. The perks of a gas engine are that you'll get near-infinite run times (as long as you have enough fuel to keep the engine going) and a bit more power for handling steep inclines and rough terrain. The downsides are dealing with exhaust emissions and maintenance that can be a time and money sink. Electric models don't need engine maintenance, so you save a bit of money in the long run. But they usually have a maximum run time of about an hour, which means that you may have to plan your mowing over several days if you have a larger yard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do you decide which riding mower to buy?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ERiding mowers are best suited for yards measuring one acre or larger. A model with a 42-inch cutting deck is great for mowing up to two acres, so if you have more land than that, you'll want to spring for a 46, 54, 60, or 72-inch cutting deck.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're right on the threshold, you can get what's known as a "mini rider." They usually have compact bodies for easier storage and 30-inch cutting decks to make short work of lawns that are just a touch too large for a push mower.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How big of a yard do I need for a riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ENo matter if you choose a gas or battery-powered riding mower, proper maintenance is key to extending the life of your mower. For gas engines, you should \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fvideo\u002Fhow-to-change-oil-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echange the oil\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and filters, clean the spark plugs, and sharpen the blades before you mow for the first time in the spring. You should also use fuel treatments like STA-BIL to prevent gas in the tank or extra jerry cans from going bad from moisture contamination. This prevents the buildup of gunk that can ruin your engine, improves engine performance, and gives you a cleaner cut for a healthier lawn.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric mowers don't need engine maintenance, but you should perform thorough inspections at the start of the mowing season to check for battery damage, corrosion on battery contacts, damage to the battery housing, and also to sharpen the blades. If you do regular maintenance, not only will you save money by avoiding big repairs from worn-out parts, but you can also expect your riding mower to last 10 years or more -- which is great news since they can be an expensive investment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long should a riding mower last?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b358fb81-f7bc-4224-842b-38de051e2afd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, riding mowers aren't ever really what we consider "budget-friendly." However, there are models like the Murray MT100 that retail for less than $2000 without sacrificing power or cutting width.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the cheapest riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore riding mowers to consider:\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"11cf4f4c-0b83-43a1-9f9a-2372ef4b3abd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe John Deere Z530M features a 60-inch cutting deck for making quick work of large properties. Exceptional maneuverability lets you mow around trees, lawn decor, and other obstacles with ease.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"John Deere Z530M\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A John Deere Z530M zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"John Deere\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71c684b9-3d93-4156-9954-6c386024ea53","title":"john-deere-z530m","filename":"john-deere-z530m.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F71c684b9-3d93-4156-9954-6c386024ea53\u002Fjohn-deere-z530m.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":90284,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 15:59:10","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 15:59:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"John Deere\u002FZDNET","alt":"A John Deere Z530M zero-turn riding mower on a grey 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data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FJohn-Deere-Z530M-54-in-24-HP-V-Twin-Gas-Dual-Hydrostatic-Zero-Turn-Riding-Mower-BG21196%2F317314072&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Home Depot","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FJohn-Deere-Z530M-54-in-24-HP-V-Twin-Gas-Dual-Hydrostatic-Zero-Turn-Riding-Mower-BG21196\u002F317314072","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FJohn-Deere-Z530M-54-in-24-HP-V-Twin-Gas-Dual-Hydrostatic-Zero-Turn-Riding-Mower-BG21196%2F317314072&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f1bd412d-ba21-4678-b696-3d6514747297\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Husqvarna YTH1942 features an updated, 19 horsepower engine and 42-inch cutting deck to take on inclines and haul dirt, mulch, and gardening equipment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Husqvarna YTH1942\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Husqvarna YTH1942 riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Husqvarna\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"52e731f1-90b8-4aa8-a0b9-1592cddb5228","title":"husqvarna-yth1942","filename":"husqvarna-yth1942.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F52e731f1-90b8-4aa8-a0b9-1592cddb5228\u002Fhusqvarna-yth1942.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":97317,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:01:44","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 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She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Apple\" data-image-alt-text=\"Apple Self Service Repair program\" data-image-filename=\"1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1960\" data-image-height=\"1102\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn Thursday, Apple \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002F2024\u002F04\u002Fapple-to-expand-repair-options-with-support-for-used-genuine-parts\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eannounced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E it's expanding its repair program this fall to incorporate used parts. Initially only for select iPhone models, the repair option will be available to more devices later on, though Apple did not clarify which models. The used components must be genuine Apple parts, in accordance with Apple's efforts to minimize privacy and security concerns. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"For the last two years, teams across Apple have been innovating on product design and manufacturing to support repairs with used Apple parts that won't compromise users' safety, security, or privacy,\" said John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, in the announcement. \"With this latest expansion to our repair program, we're excited to be adding even more choice and convenience for our customers, while helping to extend the life of our products and their parts.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-warns-of-mercenary-spyware-attacks-against-iphone-users-should-you-be-worried\u002F\"\u003EApple warns of mercenary spyware attacks against iPhone users. Should you be worried?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERepairers will be able to use pre-owned parts in phone fixes after \"pairing,\" or vetting, whether they are genuine Apple tech. Fixed phones will then be calibrated to original factory standards to ensure security and preserve device integrity, according to Apple.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe release, somewhat unclear, seems to include biometric sensors as used parts that can be recalibrated once installed in a device, but also says future iPhone models will support reused biometric sensors. Serial numbers won't be required when ordering parts for certain repairs from the Self Service Repair store. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe new initiative expands Apple's repair program to encourage safe and affordable device repairs, as well as product longevity and a reduced \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-modular-android-phone-will-outlive-the-latest-iphones-and-pixels-but-theres-a-catch\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenvironmental footprint\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"At Apple, we're always looking for new ways to deliver the best possible experience for our customers while reducing the impact we have on the planet, and a key part of that means designing products that last,\" Ternus added. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-new-airpower-video-is-out-but-is-apple-actually-reviving-its-qi-wireless-charging-mat\u002F\"\u003EA new AirPower video is out, but is Apple actually reviving its Qi wireless charging mat?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo maintain transparency about repair history and deter disassembly of stolen phones, Apple will extend Activation Lock to iPhone parts to alert those repairing the device if the parts have been reported lost or stolen. If they are, repairers will restrict calibration. Similarly, the company will update the Parts and Service History in iOS to indicate whether a part is new or used in the iPhone's Settings. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-04-11 20:24:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Even biometric sensors can be reused under the initiative, which could mean longer product lifecycles and less waste.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"59e85849-d948-46be-b72f-5299c4306001",image:{id:"ced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228",filename:"1.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-04-11 15:13:26",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Apple Self Service Repair program",credits:"Apple",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F11\u002Fced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228\u002F1.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1960,height:1102,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones^iPhone",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"apple-to-allow-used-parts-for-some-iphone-repairs",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Apple to allow used parts for some iPhone repairs",topic:{id:"1093d9cb-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"iphone",name:"iPhone",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1093d9cb-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"iphone",name:"iPhone",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fbd54d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"apple",name:"Apple",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"108f2b14-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"ios",name:"iOS",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d}],componentLabel:c,description:c,filters:c,paging:c,slug:"dynamic-topic-five-story-feature-latest-offset-5",title:c,label:c,viewMoreText:c,viewMoreUrl:c,relatedItems:c},{id:"61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d",meta:{componentName:"61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d",componentDisplayName:c,componentType:"ContentList"},metadata:{},links:{self:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002F61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d",meta:{pageNum:1,count:15}},prev:{href:c,meta:c},next:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002F61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d&offset=15&limit=15",meta:{pageNum:2,count:15}},first:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002F61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d&offset=0&limit=15",meta:{pageNum:1,count:15}},last:{href:"https:\u002F\u002Fbender.cnetstatic.com\u002Fapi\u002Fneutron\u002Fcomponents\u002Fzdnet\u002Flisting\u002Fdynamic_listing\u002F61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d\u002Fweb?searchBy=id&topicSlug=sustainability&componentType=ContentList&componentName=61aded77-4ad4-412f-850f-e183cdc51b1d&offset=75&limit=15",meta:{pageNum:6,count:11}}},items:[{author:{id:"0a6fffc2-2220-44ba-99e4-4c567f6f57bb",username:"maria-diaz-zd",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Maria",lastName:"Diaz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9",filename:"maria-diaz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:44:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd89921b7-c002-40ef-8401-f002f1a769e9\u002Fmaria-diaz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Maria Diaz is a staff writer based in the Raleigh-Durham, NC area with a passion for home automation and a background in graphic design, photography, and filmmaking. She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"86a4db5b-0621-4884-bbf9-f0d357bea594\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with the Trolley accessory.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e2532d2e-75ad-42da-bff1-fe9b666b5ff6\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the star of the EF power station lineup. Through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fearly-black-friday-2024-everything-you-need-to-know-about-holiday-shopping\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBlack Friday\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, it's gone from $6,299 to $4,649, which saves you $1,650. You can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b9a966b-8b81-4102-8f09-21610c3a0141\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CW1QGFZP\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"bundle it with the Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for $5,459 total, which is still $840 under the regular price of the EcoFlow DPU alone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b0f828d3-d59d-4d1d-8243-7a6c8dffa3fb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299, while the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"42b8bc7e-1114-4f00-a77c-9ff110f095a2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Smart-Home-Panel\u002Fdp\u002FB0D14H686R\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Smart Home Panel 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for $1,899; though both are currently on sale through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with other units for increased capacity.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is a decidedly expensive solution for a home backup system, and though portable, its hefty weight could affect portability. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA whole-home power backup system is a must for many, especially if you live in an area often affected by hurricanes or other natural disasters. A backup system like the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ad60fd9a-1017-4efb-bcbc-4c1d73a1062d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E can be the perfect fit if you want to switch to solar energy, have a backup in an emergency, or shave a little money off your energy bill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best Black Friday deals: Live updates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrowing up in a developing nation located squarely in the Caribbean meant my family was used to constant power outages. Whether due to hurricanes or other macroeconomic reasons, power outages were a nearly daily occurrence in my upbringing, so when I moved to Eastern North Carolina, I wanted to get a home backup system. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can be strong enough to power a home on its own but can be combined with several batteries as a whole-home backup solution.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","title":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","filename":"dpu3.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F09\u002F71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf\u002Fdpu3.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":13369237,"width":8064,"height":4536,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-09 01:21:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","alt":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"71aa6c5b-d01c-49f2-a7b0-dd4aa3e4a6bf","imageAltText":"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dpu3.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F09","imageWidth":8064,"imageHeight":4536,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ecoflow","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ecoflow.com\u002Fus\u002Fdelta-pro-ultra","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was glad to learn that the house my husband and I purchased already had a generator, but I was less glad when we realized it wasn't in working order. Since moving here over two years ago, we've experienced about a dozen hours-long power outages when a power backup system would've come in handy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoing through power outages with three young kids isn't easy, especially during the hot summer months, so when I began looking for a whole-home power backup system, I was excited to test the Delta Pro Ultra. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce I got the Delta Pro Ultra and Smart Home Panel 2, we looked for an electrician prepared to tackle the installation task. The entire project -- installation of the subpanel, disconnection of the standby home generator, and installation of the 100 amp service wire to the subpanel -- took a duo of certified electricians about 8 to 10 hours. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d8af73bd-8858-4333-99e1-a1c62fc8b33a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra &amp; Smart Home Panel 2 as installed in my garage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra & Smart Home Panel 2\" data-image-filename=\"dpu2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince then, the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra has run like a well-oiled machine in our home in multiple testing scenarios, including simulated power outages.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fanker-solix-c800-plus-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThis new portable power station from Anker is a definite head-turner\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis impressive portable battery has proven to be like the Swiss Army Knife of home backup systems. It can be charged through AC power, solar panels, and gas generators. You can use the DPU with existing rooftop solar panels or with flexible solar panels, meaning you could potentially go off the grid for days and continuously charge your EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra with solar energy. The DPU allows for a solar input of up to 16.8kWh, maning you can connect up to 42 400W solar panels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9cd27045-2dec-48d2-8519-9c69691fac50\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis means you could also charge your DPU and use it during peak energy hours to save money on your energy bill -- all with little work. The EcoFlow app lets you schedule this so that the battery takes over during peak hours, and your home automatically goes back to grid electricity at night when energy costs are lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesting the uninterrupted power switchover showed that EcoFlow's claims ring true, as the Smart Home Panel 2 ensured a fully automated whole-home switchover for our setup. Several storms that caused school districts to cancel classes and offices advising employees to work remotely led to ideal testing of the DPU and Smart Panel 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"139543b5-e321-48f4-bf0a-f724e2c12774\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app shows the Smart Panel 2 began preparing for the storm (left) and then alerted us when we were on backup power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow alerts\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-1-recovered-copy.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the first of these storms began hitting our home, the lights started flickering, and we went to prepare for a power outage. We knew an outage was a possibility, as we had been alerted by the energy company and have also suffered power outages with every major storm that has hit the area in the past two years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EcoFlow app showed that the Smart Home Panel 2 had already been preparing for the storm by ensuring the battery was fully charged. The power was only out for about 20 minutes during that storm. Still, the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2 and Delta Pro Ultra took over seamlessly, so much so that we didn't realize we were on backup power until a few minutes into the short outage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"568744ca-d975-42f0-8ae2-39a250baa502\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Smart Home Panel 2 has 12 loads of circuit level control, and we used each one to ensure the Delta Pro Ultra serves as a backup for what we need in our home during an outage. Because we have an older two-story, 3,000-square-foot home with two A\u002FC compressors and two furnaces, we couldn't load the DPU with the whole house. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-portable-power-station\u002F\"\u003EThe best portable power stations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, we ensured that the following items were covered during a power outage: kitchen appliances like the refrigerator, kitchen outlets, the garage, some of the downstairs lights, the upstairs furnace, a medium-sized refrigerator, and four bedrooms and bathrooms.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78456cf3-73a3-452f-ba1e-cd56dbbdfad5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis ensures that our kids can have a comfortable night's sleep during power outages, that we can cook, and that there will be a seamless switchover, with no interruption to Wi-Fi.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, even though the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra lives in the garage connected to the Smart Home Panel 2, it's not limited to being a home backup system. We can still transport the portable battery to the backyard to power up devices or to the driveway to power the vacuum and carpet cleaners when deep cleaning the cars (ask me how I know).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"11b592c4-537f-4f45-bfd3-4dda3ea6c0b8\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Maria Diaz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra\" data-image-filename=\"dpu.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"8064\" data-image-height=\"4536\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta Pro Ultra is quite heavy, at a combined 186 lbs for the battery and inverter, but if you can fit it in your car or truck bed, it's sure to make a great addition to a camping getaway.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fankers-new-qi2-maggo-power-bank-offers-a-bonus-feature-for-iphone-users\u002F\"\u003EAnker's new Qi2 MagGo Power Bank offers a bonus feature for iPhone users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince the EcoFlow allows for stacking, you could scale up to 90kWh to power essential appliances for over a month. You could stack up to five DPU batteries under a single inverter and combine three stacks with the Smart Home Panel 2. Each \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"78024093-b593-483c-9163-f045261b1a60\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Battery-Expandable-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXLCK75\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"extra DPU battery\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E costs $2,399 through Black Friday.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6dcf09c4-1171-411d-8a5b-29c6c1ebcf10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEF-ECOFLOW-Expandable-Generator-Emergency\u002Fdp\u002FB0CQXMZ5BK\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E's biggest downside is its hefty upfront cost. Considering how expensive traditional generators for whole-home backup can get, not to mention follow-up maintenance costs, it's a good investment that could lead to potential savings, especially when combined with solar panels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DPU requires no maintenance and can run indoors safely, and its LFP battery and cooling system ensure temperature control. It's also a whisper-quiet solution, one that you can't even hear when under 2,000W, a stark contrast to our generator, which you can hear down the block when turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlternative uses for the DPU include: a solar panel setup for your home with solar panels that can be set up anywhere, a power supply for an RV or off-the-grid cabin, or plugged into your home's manual transfer switch.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b731fc89-2ee1-4dd6-a124-4503fb47afac\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile many sales events feature deals for a specific length of time, deals are on a limited-time basis, making them subject to expire anytime. ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best offers to help you maximize your savings so you can feel as confident in your purchases as we feel in our recommendations. Our ZDNET team of experts constantly monitors the deals we feature to keep our stories up-to-date. If you missed out on this deal, don't worry -- we're always sourcing new savings opportunities at \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002F"\u003EZDNET.com\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 18:33:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra can power an entire home, but it's especially outstanding with the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 2. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. The body of the scooter features a foldable design, which makes it easier to store in your shed or garage when not in use, or fold and take with you into the office or classroom to prevent theft and damage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect the Max G2 to the companion app to get at-a-glance updates on remaining battery life and even integrate with Apple's Find My technology to pinpoint your scooter's location if it gets lost or stolen. You can also switch between the four riding modes to maximize battery life or boost motor output for making it up hills and inclines. The scooter is equipped with an LED headlight for safer traveling in dim or dark environments. Segway recommends the Max G2 e-scooter for kids 14 and older. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d963c0ac-976e-49f6-baa0-0799ba2aa4f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBest Buy hasn't put a definitive end-date for this Segway scooter deal. But you won't want to wait around to take advantage of the savings, because Best Buy or Segway may only have a certain number of units available at this price.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"When will this deal expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-19 21:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The Segway Max G2 is a great, eco-friendly way to run errands, joyride through the park, or commute to work or class this fall. What's more, Best Buy is offering it for $600 off.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"428acf9b-f772-4575-8c1a-bf5fc9a420d2",image:{id:"573fd6a5-2a87-4e1d-9d75-c7ef8f4bbffe",filename:"segway-max-g2-cover-image.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-27 20:53:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"holiday-placeholder-image",credits:"Segway\u002FBest Buy\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F27\u002F573fd6a5-2a87-4e1d-9d75-c7ef8f4bbffe\u002Fsegway-max-g2-cover-image.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"deals",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Yard & Outdoors",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"grab-a-segway-max-g2-electric-scooter-black-friday-deal-11-19-2024",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The Segway Max G2 electric scooter for $600 off at Best Buy ahead of Black Friday",topic:{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"3f95fcb4-e4fc-46bf-91d1-4b9ae78397b0",slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9841d7c0-1be2-42d4-963b-3d0c080290bc",slug:"tech",name:"Tech",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0d8cfdbe-8176-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"eyu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Eileen",lastName:"Yu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2",filename:"eileen-yu.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-13 06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"bff60577-acf4-4a95-822b-ade23017f9f8\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"green chips on circuitry board\" data-image-filename=\"green-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F25\" data-image-crop=\"2121x1192+0+0\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOrganizations believe their sustainability initiatives would have been lacking without a regulatory push and the use of climate technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Finsights\u002Fresearch-library\u002Fsustainability-trends-2024\u002F\"\u003Ereport\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Finsights\u002Fresearch-institute\u002F\"\u003ECapgemini Research Institute\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, some 65% said their company would not have launched several environmental sustainability initiatives if not for regulation. Another 75% pointed to sustainability regulation as necessary to achieve global climate goals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study polled 2,152 executives from 727 organizations in 13 nations, including Australia, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US. Another 6,500 consumers aged 18 and above were surveyed across the 13 markets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fformula-1-looks-to-ai-to-fuel-efficiencies-and-improve-sustainability-scorecard\u002F\"\u003EFormula 1 looks to AI to fuel efficiencies and improve sustainability scorecard\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 69% of organizations are anticipating stricter regulations in the future to be a key driver of sustainability initiatives, up from 57% last year, the Capgemini study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, regulations also can come with challenges. An executive from a large European telco explained that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.investopedia.com\u002Fterms\u002Fe\u002Fenvironmental-social-and-governance-esg-criteria.asp\"\u003EESG\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (environmental, social, governance) regulation carried the risk of becoming \"a mere compliance task driven by reporting requirements.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESven Jansen, head of global finance at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added that while legislations fuel sustainability efforts, the increased workload and substantial costs required to comply can create major obstacles for organizations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-the-future-of-the-ai-powered-agent-first-enterprise\u002F\"\u003EEarly adopters are deploying AI agents in the enterprise now, with scaled adoption in 2025\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's also boosting companies' ability to monitor their sustainability posture, with 73% of executives agreeing that the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive has pushed their organization to enhance its sustainability measurement and tracking capabilities.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study revealed that 67% of organizations believed they would not have achieved their sustainability goals without the help of climate technology. In particular, 69% pointed to the critical role of data and digital technologies in accelerating climate tech adoption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E65% said their organization used \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-generative-ai-and-why-is-it-so-popular-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\"\u003Egenerative artificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (Gen AI) to achieve its sustainability goals. This figure is higher than last year's 56% who said likewise, the study noted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsmall-nations-around-the-world-band-together-to-share-ai-lessons\u002F\"\u003E108 small nations band together to share AI lessons globally\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother 57% noted that the impact of Gen AI on sustainability is a topic of discussion in their boardroom, with 67% believing the benefits of Gen AI outweigh the negative \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffuture-of-computing-must-be-more-sustainable-even-as-ai-demand-fuels-energy-use\u002F\"\u003Eimpact the technology has on the environment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiting a separate July 2024 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.capgemini.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2024\u002F05\u002FFinal-Web-Version-Report-Gen-AI-in-Organization-Refresh.pdf\"\u003Eresearch on Gen AI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Capgemini said one-third of organizations are currently monitoring their energy and water consumption, as well as carbon emissions associated with the use of the AI technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 68% said sustainability-related data is available and shared across their entire organization, up from 56% last year and 43% in 2022. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\"\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 84% said their organization is on target to meet its carbon emissions goals, while 9% acknowledged they are behind.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 65% of executives believe current \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchina-us-rift-will-intensify-decoupling-in-tech-financial-systems\u002F\"\u003Egeopolitical developments\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are slowing down sustainability investments. Some 69% expressed concerns about the impact of the uncertain political environment in the US and other regions on their sustainability investments and projects.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJosé Antonio Coll from Airbus detailed that \"geopolitics has a significant impact on our sustainability investments because of our global industrial footprint and supply chains. As we and our supply chain operate under different regulations in various countries, we implement risk management checks to ensure we are operating sustainably, with a focus on how and where we source materials responsibly. Additionally, we work with many defense ministries, so export control and due diligence are crucial depending on the geopolitical context.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd despite organizations' efforts to reduce their impact on the environment, consumers are increasingly skeptical of such initiatives. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Capgemini study found that 52% of consumers believe businesses or brands are greenwashing their sustainability initiatives, up from 33% last year. The report defines greenwashing as \"engaging in false or misleading advertising about environmental or sustainability claims\" for products and services. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fglobal-telcos-pledge-to-adopt-responsible-ai-guidelines\u002F\"\u003EGlobal telcos pledge to adopt responsible AI guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 59% of consumers said they \"never, rarely, or only sometimes\" trust an environmental claim about a potential purchase. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuch skepticism has not gone unnoticed, with 62% of executives expressing concerns their organization's sustainability efforts might appear insincere to the public. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn fact, 43% of executives believe consumers consider their organization's sustainability efforts as greenwashing. This figure is up from 17% in 2023. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-25 22:40:03",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Many businesses believe their sustainability initiatives need regulation for climate goals to be attainable.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"0f1eb01b-3890-4aaa-9f87-5027ded18a68",image:{id:"bff60577-acf4-4a95-822b-ade23017f9f8",filename:"green-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-09-25 08:41:55",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"green chips on circuitry board",credits:"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty 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Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1055b0a2-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"government",name:"Government",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0d8cfdbe-8176-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"eyu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Eileen",lastName:"Yu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2",filename:"eileen-yu.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-13 06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2a39842a-3226-4334-a2c2-554731b50718\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Andriy Onufriyenko\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"abstract image of tech cube infrastructure with greenery\" data-image-filename=\"sustaniability-tech-andriy-onufriyenko092024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F13\" data-image-crop=\"2121x1192+0+0\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe future of computing needs to be more sustainable with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-ai-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence\u002F\"\u003Eartificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (AI) playing a role in achieving this, even as the growing adoption of the technology fuels energy consumption. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigital technologies such as AI can help identify ways to reduce emissions, such as optimizing power grids and developing sustainable supply chains, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pmo.gov.sg\u002FNewsroom\u002FDPM-Heng-Swee-Keat-at-the-Launch-of-the-Alibaba-NTU-Global-E-Sustainability-Corplab\"\u003Esaid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI models can analyze complex environmental data, find areas to improve, and drive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\"\u003Emore efficient\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, data-driven decision-making, said Heng, at the Alibaba-NTU Global E-Sustainability Corplab launch in Singapore. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsony-to-help-test-and-finetune-regional-large-language-model\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAI arm of Sony Research to help develop large language model with AI Singapore\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDigitalization itself, though, can also significantly widen our carbon footprint, he said, noting that the tech industry alone currently contributes an estimated 1.5% to 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The digital revolution and green revolutions are intertwined,\" he added. \"Just as the future of sustainability will be AI-driven, the future of computing must also be greener.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith energy consumption \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows\u002F\"\u003Ebound for growth as the use of AI climbs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, everyone must use AI well, he said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EHow%20your%20inefficient%20data%20center%20hampers%20sustainability%20-%20and%20AI%20adoption%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo do so, various \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-urged-to-fund-support-for-ai-adoption-and-decarbonization\u002F\"\u003Emeasures are needed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to ensure AI is deployed optimally while achieving sustainability, including policies, Heng said. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-looks-to-ai-future-with-plans-for-quantum-chip-and-data-centers\u002F\"\u003ESingapore's green data center\u003C\u002Fa\u003E roadmap, for instance, was introduced earlier this year to optimize its green energy use, efficiency, and computing capacity. It outlines the need for data center operators to work with enterprises to improve the energy efficiency of hardware and software, while energy suppliers have to scale up the use of green energy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe added that the new corporate lab established by Alibaba and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) plays a role in boosting Singapore's research, innovation, and enterprise capabilities, particularly, in translating research insights into tangible real-world applications. Such collaboration will strengthen niche capabilities and facilitate interdisciplinary research, he said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToday, Singapore houses more than 20 corporate labs across universities, Heng said, such as the ExxonMobil-NTU-A*Star corporate lab, whose efforts include developing efficient carbon capture and carbonization technologies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-lawyers-offered-access-to-microsoft-copilot-but-reminded-to-have-human-oversight\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E Microsoft Copilot to be integrated into Singapore's legal technology platform\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe focus, for the Alibaba-NTU research facility is building sustainable digital applications, such as green AI models, to uncover new ways to cut energy use and minimize environmental impact, he stated. These can further support smart digital technologies and greater urban sustainability, he added.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis may be increasingly critical as organizations are unlikely to hold back their AI adoption even amid concerns about its impact on the environment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 64% have expressed worries about how AI and machine learning initiatives will impact their energy use and carbon footprint, according to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weka.io\u002Fcompany\u002Fweka-newsroom\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fglobal-trends-in-ai-2024\u002F\"\u003Estudy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E released by AI data platform WEKA and S&P Global Market Intelligence. Another 25% say they are very concerned about this impact.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fibm-will-train-you-in-ai-fundamentals-for-free-and-give-you-a-skill-credential-in-10-hours\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIBM will train you in AI fundamentals for free, and give you a skill credential - in 10 hours\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConducted in the second quarter of 2024, the survey polled 1,519 AI and machine learning decision-makers across enterprises, research organizations, and AI tech vendors. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 42% of respondents say their organizations have invested in energy-efficient IT hardware to address the potential environmental impact of their AI projects over the past year. Among them, 56% say this has had a high or very high impact, the study found. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite their concerns, 33% of respondents have AI projects that are widely implemented and driving significant value, compared to 28% last year. Respondents in North America lead the pack, where 48% have AI that is widely implemented, followed by Asia-Pacific at 26% and EMEA at 25%. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F#link=%7B%22role%22:%22standard%22,%22href%22:%22https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusinesses-still-ready-to-invest-in-gen-ai-with-risk-management-a-top-priority\u002F%22,%22target%22:%22_blank%22,%22absolute%22:%22%22,%22linkText%22:%22%3Cstrong%3EBusinesses%20still%20ready%20to%20invest%20in%20Gen%20AI,%20with%20risk%20management%20a%20top%20priority%3C\u002Fstrong%3E%22%7D\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusinesses still ready to invest in Gen AI, with risk management a top priority\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, 88% are actively investigating Gen AI outpacing other AI applications. For instance, 61% are exploring prediction models, while 51% are looking at classification, 30% are at expert systems, and 30% are investigating robotics. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 24% of respondents see Gen AI as an integrated capability deployed across their organization. Another 37% have Gen AI in production but not yet scaled, while 11% have yet to invest in Gen AI. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-data-confirms-genai-boosts-software-productivity-at-least-for-beginning-developers\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E The data suggests gen AI boosts software productivity - for these developers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe organizations, on average, have 10 AI projects in the pilot while 16 are in limited deployment. Just six AI initiatives are deployed at scale. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAsked about their biggest technology barriers to deployments, 35% point to storage and data management, while 26% cite computing, and 23% see security as an inhibitor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-13 14:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Nations need to tap artificial intelligence to achieve sustainability, but the technology's growing adoption will drive power 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Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"VCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024\" data-image-filename=\"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData currently being collected at all competition venues at the Paris Olympics will provide insights that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) hopes can help reduce the carbon footprint of future Games. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe IOC is tracking data on power consumption across 35 competition venues, using a combination of smart and conventional meters installed across these sites. The datasets then will be collected and analyzed via Alibaba Cloud's sustainability platform, Energy Expert, with the insights generated used to identify ways the IOC can improve power efficiencies at future games venues. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe data will include real-time energy consumption at selected competition venues, where 100 smart electric meters have been installed to provide \"more comprehensive datasets\", Alibaba said. These include sites such as broadcast and media working areas, food and beverage equipment, and playing fields, the Chinese cloud vendor added.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-is-moving-to-the-cloud-but-how-green-is-it-really\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEverything is moving to the cloud. But how green is it, really?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe real-time data will be analyzed alongside historical data -- measured by the conventional meters -- which will be provided by the IOC. The data collected also takes into consideration environmental conditions, such as weather and surges in power consumption, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe datasets should collectively offer a more accurate indication of energy consumption at the Games, Alibaba said. It added that the IOC can consolidate all energy-related data from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics into a single dashboard, including consumption, power demand contingency, venue capacity, onsite weather conditions, and competition-related information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EData on energy consumption at previous games, including the London Olympics 2012, Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, and Tokyo Olympics 2020, will also be available for analysis via Energy Expert, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba launched Energy Expert in June 2022 and deployed it at its first sporting event in 2023 at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-to-host-first-olympic-esports-week-in-2023\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Esports week in Singapore\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, where it measured and analyzed carbon emissions from temporary constructions built on-site. The data insights were used to compare materials and equipment used at the event, Alibaba said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Electricity consumption is a large contributor to the Olympic Games' carbon emissions,\" llario Corna, IOC's chief information and technology officer, said in a statement. \"The data-driven insight produced by Energy Expert will help us learn from each Games edition and apply that knowledge intelligently to make future events even more energy efficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-your-inefficient-data-center-hampers-sustainability-and-ai-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow your inefficient data center hampers sustainability - and AI adoption\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Folympics.com\u002Fioc\u002Fsustainability\u002Fclimate\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIOC has committed to cut\u003C\u002Fa\u003E its direct and indirect carbon emissions by 30% this year and another 50% by 2030, in line with The Paris Agreement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA third-party vendor engaged by the IOC installed the 100 smart meters at this year's Olympic Games, alongside the local utility provider, Alibaba told ZDNET. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET also asked if the IOC had provided \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esustainability guidelines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Alibaba's cloud data centers, which are used to support the service, as part of its third-party supplier agreement. Alibaba did not comment directly on whether IOC had laid out these guidelines, but it noted that all data collected via the smart meters will be stored at its cloud data centers located in Frankfurt.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of these three German facilities uses 100% green electricity to power its operations, Alibaba said, adding that it also monitors and optimizes the data center's daily carbon footprint to ensure a more sustainable operation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Chinese cloud vendor has committed to powering all its data centers with 100% clean energy by 2030.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESingapore heats up data centers with operating standards for tropical climates\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is also providing the backbone infrastructure for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Folympic-broadcasting-service-aims-to-set-sport-streaming-benchmark-with-alibaba\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOlympic Broadcasting Services\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OBS) at this year's Games, which features the launch of OBS Cloud 3.0, according to Alibaba.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe platform will support several critical functions and encompasses OBS Live Cloud, which will facilitate the remote distribution to media rights-holders. It marks the first time this is delivered via cloud infrastructure rather than by satellites, which have been used since the Tokyo Olympics in 1964.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Paris Olympics 2024, two-thirds of booked remote services encompassing 54 broadcasters are delivered via OBS Live Cloud, Alibaba said, including two Ultra High-Definition (UHD) broadcasters. The cloud platform is set to transmit 379 video feeds, including 11 UHD and 368 HD, as well as 100 audio feeds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOBS' content delivery platform, Content+, which is hosted on Alibaba Cloud, is expected to deliver an estimated 11,000 hours of content this year, up 15% from Tokyo 2020. This content will include live sessions, athlete interviews, and social media streams.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlibaba added that Content+ offers features that allow media rights-holders to generate their own highlights from anywhere and push content that can be downloaded in three different resolutions, including for digital and social media consumption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-07-29 17:03:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Data on power consumption at competition venues could offer insights that the International Olympic Committee hopes can reduce the carbon footprint of future Games.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"739837e3-3b98-4a53-b1bb-892d03c77baf",image:{id:"cc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa",filename:"olympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-07-26 15:50:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Photo of a competition venue at Olympics 2024",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F26\u002Fcc704a1f-a0fa-4634-8286-8b2e873ddbfa\u002Folympics-venue-vcg072024.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:683,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Sustainability",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"data-from-the-paris-olympics-could-help-cut-energy-use-at-the-next-games",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Data from the Paris Olympics could help cut energy use at the next Games",topic:{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"101518dd-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"cloud",name:"Cloud",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data Centers",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EWhen folks find out I grew up on a farm, one of the first questions they ask is: Can you help me with my garden? And really, what is farming if not a more intense version of gardening?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Fbest-indoor-garden\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best indoor garden you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile everyone's growing situation is different, there are a few key basics to keep in mind while planning for patio containers, raised beds, or in-ground planting. 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Great Gifts for Seniors, Women, Parents","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1717770202824,"displayDate":"Fri Jun 07 2024 10:23:22 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e3e50549-8d12-40bb-a705-f6c1615324f0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAside from a watering can, a good, sturdy garden trowel like the Fiskars ergonomic trowel is a vital tool. Not only does it allow you to dig around in the soil for transferring seedlings and repotting plants, but&nbsp;the pointed tip is great for digging out weeds and removing rocks and stones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the most important tool every gardener should have?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b48d0b81-81d9-43a0-8b82-264aaa890817\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMiracle-Gro all-purpose plant food is a great option for providing balanced nutrients for your plants, whether you choose in-ground or bed gardening. Just be sure to follow instructions for proper application to avoid over fertilization.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best fertilizer for raised beds?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c62a0a04-0360-4139-9a16-8387d0f521b3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want a permanent greenhouse or conservatory, it's best to contact a local contractor as well as your city office for permitting and construction. Permanent greenhouses require poured concrete foundation slabs as well as sturdy steel-and-glass construction to trap heat and moisture. They also require HVAC systems for proper ventilation, temperature control, and to prevent mold and mildew from moisture build-up. Costs will vary wildly depending on size, location, materials, and labor.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What type of greenhouse is best for year-round growing?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8cd65252-0268-4731-9add-edb82a404739\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to grow a few vegetables and kitchen herbs on your patio or in your backyard, you shouldn't need a permit to do so. However, you may want to check with any apartment complex or HOA regulations so you don't come home to find your mint and poblano pepper plants have been confiscated. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're looking to start a community garden, contact your city office for guidelines and permitting questions. Do be aware, though, that community gardens require time, effort, and money to operate; so make sure that everyone interested in the project is aware of rules and regulations for planting, maintaining the garden, and harvesting. You may also need to petition appropriate non-profits and organizations for sponsorship; If granted, sponsorship usually requires your garden to display the organization's logo as well as an acknowledgement of their funding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do I need a permit to start a garden?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ac22392c-3072-47a1-96e0-73b9b442aa2a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely! And you don't even need a fancy hydroponic setup to do so. As long as you have a good, full-spectrum grow light for seedlings and to supplement low-intensity winter sunlight, consistent temperatures and humidity in your home -- and no pets that will eat your plants -- you'll be able to grow kitchen herbs and even some varieties of vegetables like tomatoes indoors year-round.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can I grow herbs indoors year-round?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5ee94839-3c9a-4fed-b491-f1bca493d760\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're a pet parent, you know that they'll get into anything and everything -- especially if it's bad for them. If you have cats, you'll want to avoid: garlic, onions, oregano, marjoram, rosemary, lavender, tarragon, and all varieties of mint except catmint\u002Fcatnip. If you're not sure how to tell a plant is in the mint family, check the stem: plants in the mint family have a distinctive, square stem.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you have dogs, you'll want to avoid planting these in your garden: chives and garlic, lavender, oregano, marjoram, mint (two varieties are toxic and most others cause GI issues), flat-leaf Italian parsley, and thyme.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What plants are toxic to pets?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-06-07 14:28:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Looking to start a garden this summer? 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This development, in turn, can further drive innovations in deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, there still are challenges to resolve in quantum, including requirements for cryogenic cooling and error correction, Heng said. He noted that researchers worldwide were assessing different approaches to achieve scale and enable quantum computing to be commercially viable. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Frote-automation-is-so-last-year-ai-pushes-more-intelligence-into-software-development\u002F\"\u003ERote automation is so last year: AI pushes more intelligence into software development\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore wants to address these \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F61-of-firms-worry-they-are-unprepared-for-security-risks-in-quantum-era\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Echallenges\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with its National Quantum Strategy, coupled with almost SG$300 million ($221.99 million) in investment. This cash is on top of a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-ups-investment-in-quantum-computing-to-stay-ahead-of-security-threats\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eprevious SG$96.6 million commitment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E announced in 2022. The new investment is earmarked for five years, through to 2030, to boost the country's position as a leading hub in the development and deployment of quantum technologies, Heng said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis roadmap focuses on four areas, including initiatives in quantum research, such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F61-of-firms-worry-they-are-unprepared-for-security-risks-in-quantum-era\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Equantum communications and security\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and quantum processors, and a scholarship program to produce 100 PhD and 100 master's-level graduates over the next five years, he said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEfforts are underway for Singapore to build \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fqepsg.org\u002Fprojects\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecapabilities in the design and development of quantum processors\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This work will encompass research on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mckinsey.com\u002Fcapabilities\u002Fmckinsey-digital\u002Four-insights\u002Ftech-forward\u002Fpotential-and-challenges-of-quantum-computing-hardware-technologies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Equbit technologies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, including photonic networks, neutral atoms, and superconducting circuits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET understands Singapore's target is to have the first prototype ready in the next three years and scale out production in five years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe government in 2022 unveiled a three-year initiative to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-to-build-quantum-safe-network-for-critical-infrastructure-trials\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuild a quantum-safe network\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that it hopes will showcase \"crypto-agile connectivity\" and facilitate trials with both public and private organizations. The initiative also includes a quantum security lab for vulnerability research. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELaying the ground for green data centers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore last week also launched its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.imda.gov.sg\u002F-\u002Fmedia\u002Fimda\u002Ffiles\u002Fhow-we-can-help\u002Fgreen-dc-roadmap\u002Fgreen-dc-roadmap.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreen data center roadmap\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to chart \"digital sustainability and chart green growth pathways\" for such facilities, supporting AI and computing developments. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe country has over 1.4 gigawatts of data center capacity and is home to more than 70 cloud, enterprise, and co-location data centers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore is aiming to add at least 300 megawatts of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eadditional data center capacity\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \"in the near term\" and another 200 megawatts through green energy deployments, said Janil Puthucheary, senior minister of state for the Ministry of Communications and Information, at the summit. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEfforts will be made to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenhance efficiency\u003C\u002Fa\u003E through both hardware and software, Puthucheary said, pointing to technologies that maximize energy efficiency and capacity, and green software tools. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe added that improving data center efficiency is also about greening software, so the carbon emissions of applications can be reduced.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe said the focus will be placed on data centers to accelerate their use of green energy, with the government offering support via grants and incentives to switch to energy-efficient IT equipment. In addition, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) will work with PUB to help data centers push their water usage effectiveness (WUE) to 2.0 cubic meters or less per megawatt hour, up from the 2021 median WUE of 2.2 cubic meters. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fagile-development-can-unlock-the-power-of-generative-ai-heres-how\u002F\"\u003EAgile development can unlock the power of generative AI - here's how\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIMDA will jointly develop standards and certifications with industry partners to drive the development and operation of data centers with power usage effectiveness (PUE) of 1.3 or lower. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, the BCA-IMDA Green Mark for data centers will be refreshed by year-end to raise the standards for energy efficiency in data centers. IMDA will also introduce standards for IT equipment energy efficiency and liquid cooling by 2025, to drive the adoption of these technologies in Singapore.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe green data center roadmap outlines plans to reduce energy use for air-cooling by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftropical-data-center-now-up-and-running-in-singapore\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eraising operating temperatures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIMDA's tropical DC methodology\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the government agency, data centers can achieve 2% to 5% energy savings for every 1°C increase in operating temperature.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also pointed to simulations that have found existing data centers can achieve a 50% reduction in energy consumption of supporting infrastructure, with energy-efficient retrofits and upgrades for key equipment, such as chiller plants and uninterruptible power supplies.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We aim to uplift all data centers in Singapore to achieve PUE of less than 1.3 at 100% IT load over the next 10 years,\" IMDA said. \"This gives existing data centers sufficient time to plan for upgrades.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe tech industry today emits an estimated 1.5% to 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, Heng noted, with this figure projected to climb as the use of AI expands alongside the need for data storage and processing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2024-is-the-year-of-generative-ai-implementation-and-optimization\u002F\"\u003E3 ways to accelerate generative AI implementation and optimization\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe said technologies that drive the country's digital economy, such as cloud and AI, fuel demand for powerful and energy-intensive computing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Data centers lie at the heart of such activities and require large amounts of energy for processing and cooling. Greening ICT, especially data centers, is therefore crucial in a digital and carbon-constrained world,\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"There is a need to balance the economic and social benefits of digital applications with the environmental effects from the resultant emissions,\" he said, noting that Singapore has committed to a net-zero target by 2050. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The [green data center] roadmap sets out low-carbon energy sources that data centers can explore, which include bioenergy, fuel cells with carbon capture, low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia for a start,\" Puthucheary explained. \"We welcome proposals from the industry to push boundaries in realizing these pathways in Singapore.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ECharting global test standards for AI models\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeanwhile, the country wants to lead the way by releasing standards for large language model (LLM) testing, developed via partnerships with global organizations such as MLCommons, IBM, and Singtel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDubbed Project Moonshot, the LLM testing tool provides benchmarking, red-teaming, and testing baselines to help developers and organizations mitigate risks associated with LLM deployment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgenerative-ai-is-the-technology-that-it-feels-most-pressure-to-exploit\u002F\"\u003EGenerative AI is the technology that IT feels most pressure to exploit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELLMs without guardrails can reinforce biases and create harmful content, with unintended consequences. \"IMDA is seeking to establish guardrails to manage the risks while enabling space for innovation,\" the government agency said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It is important to adopt an agile, test-and-iterate approach to address key risks in model development and use. Project Moonshot provides intuitive results, so testing unveils the quality and safety of a model or application in an easily understood manner, even for a non-technical user.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe testing tool provides a five-tier scoring system where each completed scoring sheet will place the application on a scale. Grade cut-offs can be determined by the author of each of these scoring sheets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-identifies-six-generative-ai-risks-sets-up-foundation-to-guide-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAI Verify Foundation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and MLCommons jointly developed the testing LLM benchmarks. The latter is an open-engineering consortium supported by Qualcomm, Google, Intel, and NVIDIA and recognized by the US National Institute of Science and Technology under its AI Safety Consortium. AI Verify Foundation is Singapore's not-for-profit foundation that focuses on developing AI testing tools. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-business-is-booming-chatgpt-enterprise-now-boasts-600000-users\u002F\"\u003EAI business is booming: ChatGPT Enterprise now boasts 600,000+ users\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Faiverifyfoundation.sg\u002Fproject-moonshot\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EProject Moonshot\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is currently available as an open beta. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIMDA said it is working with companies such as Anthropic to develop a practical guide to multilingual and multicultural red-teaming for LLMs. The guide is slated for release later this year for global use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-06-04 00:00:22",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A mixture of cash investments and global standards for LLM testing could help Singapore make a mark in AI.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"ad82d42c-4a23-454d-8dcc-3942366c4582",image:{id:"edcbbaf7-51a5-41a2-ab12-07b33c94d9db",filename:"gettyimages-1486716455.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-06-03 19:53:17",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Singapore buildings",credits:"Karl Hendon\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F06\u002F03\u002Fedcbbaf7-51a5-41a2-ab12-07b33c94d9db\u002Fgettyimages-1486716455.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2253,height:1330,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Artificial Intelligence",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"singapore-looks-to-ai-future-with-plans-for-quantum-chip-and-data-centers",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Singapore looks to boost AI with plans for quantum computing and data centers",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"101518dd-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"cloud",name:"Cloud",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data Centers",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1140e374-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"singapore",name:"Singapore",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3f15d58e-3562-4a68-93b0-e11519f1afba",slug:"quantum-computing",name:"Quantum Computing",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"553b1768-5a99-4550-87f0-52f0041ac893\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill on a table with a grill brush and spatula.\" data-image-filename=\"img-6403.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"2048\" data-image-height=\"1152\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat's the deal?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESave $50 on the standard size Weber Lumin electric outdoor grill in black at Amazon during their Memorial Day sale.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhy this deal is ZDNET recommended\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWeber is one of the biggest names in grilling and outdoor cooking, with its classic kettle-style charcoal grills being one of the most popular choices. It also has a great range of gas and dual-fuel grills for backyard barbecuers and pitmasters who don't want to deal with the mess and hassle of charcoal and lighter fluid. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Feverything-id-get-my-mom-for-mothers-day\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEverything I'd get my mom for Mother's Day\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd for the grilling aficionado who doesn't want to deal with either, Weber has introduced its new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6c8ddfdb-6df9-45af-bbf5-e0a086c7f78d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FWeber-Lumin-Outdoor-Electric-Barbecue\u002Fdp\u002FB0BNNXKH3X?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lumin electric grill\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe electric grill gives your food that charred, smoky, and grilled flavor we all know and love rather than tasting like it has been pan-fried or steamed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Weber Lumin Compact\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill on a table. 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The Lumin uses a traditional, open grill grate which allows cooking juices and fat to drip down onto the heating element and lower portion of the grill itself. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"fd9d076a-d0f8-441f-b628-40a3ab56933c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAt full capacity, the grill can fit a good two to three portions of food.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of two chicken breasts and a foil packet of broccoli being cooked on a Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the fat and drippings hit the element or heated metal, they will vaporize and smoke, giving your meat, fish, and vegetables that distinctive charred, smoky flavor that comes with gas or charcoal grilling. The Lumen also comes with a stainless steel steamer basket that can be used to hold soaked woodchips for smoking ribs and brisket, water for steaming vegetables or thawing meat to grill, or water to use the grill as a chafing dish to keep prepared food at safe temperatures while you finish cooking.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhome-entertainment\u002Fbest-outdoor-tv\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest outdoor TVs you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was a little skeptical of just how well the Weber Lumin could mimic the taste of a gas grill, so I cooked two identical meals: chicken breasts marinated in buttermilk and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fholaisland\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHola Island Provisions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E Jamaican marinade, broccoli, and tabbouleh. I cooked two chicken breasts and about half a pound of broccoli on both the Lumin and my inherited, mystery-brand gas grill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPre-heating both grills took about the same amount of time; ten to fifteen minutes, give or take, which didn't surprise me. And cook times were very similar as well, which was surprising. I was fully expecting the gas grill to take a bit longer to cook at least the chicken since it allowed more airflow. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"759ac6b9-1b0c-4094-a9bb-3b20c6816247\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA temperature control knob on the side of the Lumen grill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the Weber Lumin electric grill temperature controls.\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is a virtually-closed unit, with just a small opening at the very bottom of the grill to allow excess cooking juices and fats to drip down into the dedicated waste tray. This doesn't allow a lot of airflow, and the double-walled design of the lid and grill body mean that the Lumin also holds a lot more heat for a lot longer. However, both grills took about 20 minutes to properly cook both the chicken breasts and broccoli packets. Which was good because, by this point, I was getting exceptionally hungry and tired of babysitting two grills.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2181662-44d6-402b-9893-c5b110c3d9ed\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA waste tray to catch all the excess juice and drippings.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Close-up of the drip pan of the Weber Lumin electric grill\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I made up plates for comparison shots, I thought the Weber Lumin did a great job putting char and color on the meat and vegetables. But looks can be deceiving, so I saved my judgment for what we've all been waiting for: the taste test.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I tell you that if I hadn't cooked everything myself, I wouldn't have been able to tell which was which.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI honestly wasn't expecting the electric grill version to have much flavor at all besides what seasonings I had used on the chicken and vegetables. But the smoked and vaporized fat and cooking juices from the chicken were able to impart that distinctive grilled flavor we all want. It wasn't as strong or as nuanced as it would have been if I had grilled over wood or charcoal, but compared to propane, the plates were nearly identical in flavor. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6a234c7f-4c9c-4e20-9c5f-9b5ab152e38d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA comparison between what's cooked by the Lumen grill (left) and my mystery gas grill (right).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Two plates with identical meals of grilled chicken and broccoli with tabbouleh. One is labeled "electric" and the other is labeled "propane"\" data-image-filename=\"weber-lumin-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F04\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only real complaint I have about the Lumin is that neither the full-sized nor compact version come packaged with a stand or legs. By default, they are meant to be set on a table, which is great for apartments and condos with outdoor space so limited they can't fit both a grill and prep table. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fkitchen-household\u002Ftovala-smart-oven-can-this-souped-up-smart-toaster-replace-both-our-microwave-and-oven\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECan this souped-up toaster replace your microwave and oven? \u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut if you do have the space, I highly recommend buying the leg base -- not only to save you the panic of trying to find a way to arrange your outdoor space so the plug will reach but also so you can get a proper cover for your grill to protect it from the elements while not in use. And though Weber says the grill is safe to leave outside in the rain, I would also recommend bringing it inside your garage or tool shed if you're going to get more than a light mist or sprinkles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Weber Lumin is available in two sizes, with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"c0609b9d-65c6-44f2-8e39-9919aac0feb8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002F92300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E selling for $519 and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"53df79d7-db98-46d3-a2b4-11a42064f2b8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Felectric\u002Flumin-electric-grills\u002Flumin-compact-electric-grills\u002F91300901.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact version\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E retailing for $459. They both also come in five different colors (black, dark blue, yellow, green, and light blue) so you can match them with your other outdoor cooking equipment or show off your personal style. And if you want to buy the leg bases, they retail for $149 and $179 for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f403743d-d190-440b-be81-d175881717b0\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-compact-electric-grill\u002F6618.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"compact\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1045b642-f399-444f-9292-7c4a00acbdb2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.weber.com\u002FUS\u002Fen\u002Faccessories\u002Fgrill-covers\u002Fstand-with-side-table---lumin-electric-grill\u002F6619.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"full-size\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E versions, respectively.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-05-27 23:22:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Weber's Lumin compact electric grill ditches the propane and gas while still delivering big flavor you expect from grilling meats and veggies. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ESpring is in full bloom, which means it's time to start prepping your lawn for new growth and landscaping projects. Riding mowers are popular for homeowners with big properties to maintain. They have cutting decks measuring from 42 inches to 72 inches, allowing you to quickly mow everything from traditional lawns to large properties, such as sports complexes or golf courses.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-lawn-mower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlike their push mower counterparts, riding mowers have more features to consider when searching for the right fit for your greenery. You can choose between a manual or hydrostatic transmission to \"set and forget\" your speed or operate your mower like a car. You can even get riding mowers with cruise control or all-wheel drive for better traction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best riding mower right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile gas engines are far more common among riding mowers, there is a wide selection of battery-powered models if you're looking for an eco-friendly solution. My pick for the best overall riding mower is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"9701290b-07b0-4e4e-a885-a42f60238eaa\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.troybilt.com\u002Fen_US\u002Flawn-and-garden-tractors\u002Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower\u002F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pjatr.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E for its 24HP engine, 54-inch cutting deck, and ability to mow up to four acres with a full gas tank. Keep reading to find out more about the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as well as our other top picks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best riding mowers of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"220049e2-8c1a-4992-9db4-eb4e30f4d25d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower is an excellent choice for different lawn types. It's built with a 24HP Kohler engine and a 54-inch cutting deck to handle inclines and rough terrain or haul tools, mulch, and potting soil around your property. The hydrostatic, automatic transmission makes operation similar to a typical car, so you can spend more time actually cutting your grass and less time learning how to drive your mower. With a 3-gallon tank, you'll be able to mow up to 4 acres at a time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-robot-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best robot lawnmowers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVerified customer reviews from The Home Depot and Troy-Bilt's website call out the Super Bronco XP's ability to handle larger lawns and landscaping with the wide cutting deck and 16-inch turn radius. They also note that the deck is made of both a stamped steel upper piece and fabricated steel underside for better durability and airflow.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;24HP Kohler |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;54 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E4 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP\" data-superlative=\"Best riding mower overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12","title":"troy-bilt-super-bronco","filename":"troy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12\u002Ftroy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":89462,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:47:09","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:47:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9667eab4-1f0f-4294-a10a-cf70bef02a12","imageAltText":"A Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"troy-bilt-super-bronco.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Troy-Bilt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntra.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html","offerMerchant":"Troy-Bilt","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.troybilt.com\u002Fen_US\u002Flawn-and-garden-tractors\u002Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower\u002F13AQA2BWA66.html","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pntra.com\u002Ft\u002F8-12235-212732-185899?website=318972&sid=subid_value&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.troybilt.com%2Fen_US%2Flawn-and-garden-tractors%2Fsuper-bronco-54k-xp-riding-lawn-mower%2F13AQA2BWA66.html"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FTroy-Bilt-Super-Bronco-XP-54-in-24-HP-V-Twin-Kohler-7000-Series-Engine-Hydrostatic-Drive-Gas-Riding-Lawn-Tractor-Super-Bronco-XP-54\u002F317834420","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ 24HP engine ~ 54-inch cutting deck ~ Automatic transmission ~ Attachments and accessories available\" data-dislike=\"~ Pricey ~ 3-blade deck means more maintenance\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8be8a0dc-5fee-4fae-a041-234bc38f79ec\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EElectric riding mowers have become more popular in recent years as homeowners and landscaping professionals look for ways to make lawn care more eco-friendly. 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Verified customer reviews from The Home Depot call out how quiet the mower is due to the electric motor as well as its ability to handle rougher terrain and larger lawns. However, some do call out that the Ryobi 80V mower has trouble with wetter areas and patches of taller grass.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERyobi 80V electric lawn tractor tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;80V brushless electric |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;46 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Hydrostatic\u002FAutomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E2.5 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Ryobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor\" data-superlative=\"Best electric riding mower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Ryobi 80V electric mower on a grey background. 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They call out the rear tires for their deep treads, which help keep the mower from getting bogged down in wet and muddy areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt Z160 Commercial tech specs: Engine:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;24HP Kawasaki V-Twin |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;60 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Dual hydrostatic\u002Fautomatic |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax yard size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E10 acres\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt Z160 Commercial\" data-superlative=\"Best riding mower for large properties\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","title":"dewalt-z160","filename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f\u002Fdewalt-z160.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":71605,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:51:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:52:13","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"1c618936-e075-4aa1-85fd-1d327501df9f","imageAltText":"A DeWalt Z160 zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-z160.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F05\u002F25","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"DeWalt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Farm and Home Supply","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.farmandhomesupply.com\u002Fdewalt-kawasaki-gas-hydrostatic-zero-turn-mower-z160-60-in-24-hp.html","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Dkhardware","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dkhardware.com\u002Fdewalt-dxgz260p-z260-commercial-60-in-24-hp-kawasaki-v-twin-fs730v-series-engine-dual-hydrostatic-gas-zero-turn-law-product-7490160.html","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Mow up to 10 acres ~ 5.5 gallon gas tank ~ Dual hydrostatic drive ~ Great for hills and inclines\" data-dislike=\"~ Very expensive ~ Twin-stick steering takes some getting used to ~ Very large\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c1a419c1-19af-4522-8912-48381505968d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI chose the Troy-Bilt Super Bronco XP as the best riding mower you can buy since it features a 54-inch cutting deck and a 3-gallon fuel tank, letting you mow up to 4 acres in a single go. The 24-horsepower engine also lets you take on steeper inclines and rough terrain or haul tools and gardening supplies around your property. The hydrostatic drive makes operation similar to a typical car, while an LED display gives you accurate usage hours for streamlined maintenance. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest riding mower\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E54 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$5000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E46 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7099\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3599\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E30 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydrostatic \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$7000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60 inches \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDual hydrostatic\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;*Lowest price at the time of writing. Please note that prices may vary based on retailer and available promotions, sales, or discounts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cc870d10-dedf-4cdd-b35f-509c47cc3b42\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOther than your budget, there are a lot of features and scenarios you have to consider while shopping for a new riding mower. The size of your yard will determine how wide the cutting deck should be, though either a 42 or 46-inch version will be more than enough for most yards.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can choose either a manual or hydrostatic transmission. A manual model lets you "set and forget" your speed so you can focus, while hydrostatic models operate more like cars, going faster the harder you press the pedal. This makes them more intuitive to operate but also more expensive.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZero-turn mowers are designed for mowing in oddly shaped areas or around lots of obstacles like trees, lamp posts, and lawn ornaments. They're called "zero-turn" because they have a zero-inch turn radius; you pivot around either rear wheel for ultra-tight turning. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you need a more in-depth guide, you can \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fhow-to-choose-a-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echeck out my how-to\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which walks you through mower types, maintenance, and how to budget.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this best riding mower...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETroy-Bilt Super Bronco XP \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded riding mower. The 54-inch cutting deck and 24HP engine let you mow up to 4 acres at a time. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERyobi 80V electric riding lawn tractor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn all-electric riding mower. The electric engine requires less maintenance than gas models, making your lawn-care routine more eco-friendly. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToro Titan Max \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn excellent zero-turn riding mower. Precision maneuvering lets you mow around trees, landscaping, and other obstacles with ease. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECub Cadet CC30E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA compact riding mower. The 30-inch deck and smaller build make this riding mower perfect for smaller suburban lawns. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt Z160 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA riding mower that can handle larger properties. This commercial-grade, zero-turn riding mower lets you cut up to 10 acres at once. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right riding mower for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"82a0b5ce-f900-483a-a70b-522e538843fe\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're looking to buy your first-ever lawn mower, or upgrade from a push or self-propelled, there are a few things to keep in mind when shopping:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMotor size:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EYou'll want a riding mower with at least a 10HP engine to give you enough power to handle minor inclines and lawns up to half an acre. Larger riding mowers like the John Deere Z530M have more powerful engines, often topping out over 20HP to let you tackle rough terrain and even haul equipment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECutting width:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EMany riding mowers have either a 42 or 46-inch cutting deck, which is great for lawns between .5 and 1.5 acres. However, if you have a large, multi-acre property, you'll want to choose a larger cutting deck. Many brands have options between 50 and 72-inch cutting decks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETransmission type:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe less expensive riding mowers will have either a 6 or 7-speed manual transmission. This means you will use a dedicated lever to set your engine's forward and reverse speeds, with a single brake pedal for stop control. The more expensive models feature a hydrostatic drive, which operates similarly to an automatic transmission in a typical car or truck.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAccessories:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Lawn care goes beyond regular mowing. I chose riding mowers that can hitch small trailers or wagons for hauling tools, mulch, or potting soil. I also chose mowers from brands that make after-market add-ons, like rear bagging units for collecting grass clippings, mulching kits for re-feeding lawns, and snow plows for year-round use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing the best riding mower:\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"280b4abe-1ff6-479d-8ac4-67c69fc92667\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI used to work for MTD Products (now owned by Black+Decker), which assembles a variety of lawn mowers, snow blowers, and other powered lawn equipment. Using the expertise and knowledge I gained during my time there, I looked for riding mowers with these qualities:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERun time:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Whether you choose a traditional gas engine or electric riding mower, it's important to choose a model with a long enough run time to mow your lawn within a reasonable amount of time. For most suburban lawns, a 1-gallon gas tank or 60-minute battery life should be plenty to mow your lawn in a single day.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Your lawn mower is going to take a beating. From being exposed to the elements, to running over roots and debris and just normal wear and tear. Choose a riding mower that is made from durable parts like stamped steel or heavy-duty plastic, and also take advantage of any product warranties to replace defective or worn out parts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComfort and safety:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E You don't want mowing your lawn to be a literal pain in the ass. Make sure the seat provides enough cushioning to be comfortable to sit on for at least an hour, as well as an ergonomic design to help prevent back pain and strain from insufficient support. And make sure all operation controls are within easy reach and can be quickly used in an emergency to kill the blades or engine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these riding mowers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAssuming you have a budget in mind, you first need to find out how big your lawn is. You can either find your lot size on your memorandum deeds if you've bought your house, or you can check your city's website to see if you can request lot measurements if you're renting. If your lot measures about an acre, you can use a 30 or 42-inch cutting deck without any issues. For lawns up to two acres, a 42 or 46-inch deck is ideal. And if your lot is over two acres, you can get a mower with up to a 72-inch cutting deck to handle larger areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe transmission type is also important. Many newer models have what is known as a hydrostatic drive, which means that they operate similarly to how a car drives: You push the pedal to move forward or backward, and the harder you push, the faster you go. This makes it easier to learn how to drive, but that also makes the mower more expensive. More stripped-back models have variable-speed manual transmissions, which allow you to "set and forget" your speed so you can focus on paying attention to obstacles and people who may be nearby.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd finally, you'll want to consider the power source for your new riding mower. Gasoline engines are far more common, but there is now a wider variety of battery-powered models to choose from. The perks of a gas engine are that you'll get near-infinite run times (as long as you have enough fuel to keep the engine going) and a bit more power for handling steep inclines and rough terrain. The downsides are dealing with exhaust emissions and maintenance that can be a time and money sink. Electric models don't need engine maintenance, so you save a bit of money in the long run. But they usually have a maximum run time of about an hour, which means that you may have to plan your mowing over several days if you have a larger yard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do you decide which riding mower to buy?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ERiding mowers are best suited for yards measuring one acre or larger. A model with a 42-inch cutting deck is great for mowing up to two acres, so if you have more land than that, you'll want to spring for a 46, 54, 60, or 72-inch cutting deck.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're right on the threshold, you can get what's known as a "mini rider." They usually have compact bodies for easier storage and 30-inch cutting decks to make short work of lawns that are just a touch too large for a push mower.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How big of a yard do I need for a riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ENo matter if you choose a gas or battery-powered riding mower, proper maintenance is key to extending the life of your mower. For gas engines, you should \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fvideo\u002Fhow-to-change-oil-lawn-mower\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echange the oil\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and filters, clean the spark plugs, and sharpen the blades before you mow for the first time in the spring. You should also use fuel treatments like STA-BIL to prevent gas in the tank or extra jerry cans from going bad from moisture contamination. This prevents the buildup of gunk that can ruin your engine, improves engine performance, and gives you a cleaner cut for a healthier lawn.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric mowers don't need engine maintenance, but you should perform thorough inspections at the start of the mowing season to check for battery damage, corrosion on battery contacts, damage to the battery housing, and also to sharpen the blades. If you do regular maintenance, not only will you save money by avoiding big repairs from worn-out parts, but you can also expect your riding mower to last 10 years or more -- which is great news since they can be an expensive investment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long should a riding mower last?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b358fb81-f7bc-4224-842b-38de051e2afd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, riding mowers aren't ever really what we consider "budget-friendly." However, there are models like the Murray MT100 that retail for less than $2000 without sacrificing power or cutting width.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the cheapest riding mower?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore riding mowers to consider:\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"11cf4f4c-0b83-43a1-9f9a-2372ef4b3abd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe John Deere Z530M features a 60-inch cutting deck for making quick work of large properties. Exceptional maneuverability lets you mow around trees, lawn decor, and other obstacles with ease.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"John Deere Z530M\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A John Deere Z530M zero-turn riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"John Deere\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"71c684b9-3d93-4156-9954-6c386024ea53","title":"john-deere-z530m","filename":"john-deere-z530m.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F71c684b9-3d93-4156-9954-6c386024ea53\u002Fjohn-deere-z530m.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":90284,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 15:59:10","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 15:59:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"John Deere\u002FZDNET","alt":"A John Deere Z530M zero-turn riding mower on a grey 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data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Husqvarna YTH1942 features an updated, 19 horsepower engine and 42-inch cutting deck to take on inclines and haul dirt, mulch, and gardening equipment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Husqvarna YTH1942\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Husqvarna YTH1942 riding mower on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Husqvarna\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"52e731f1-90b8-4aa8-a0b9-1592cddb5228","title":"husqvarna-yth1942","filename":"husqvarna-yth1942.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002F52e731f1-90b8-4aa8-a0b9-1592cddb5228\u002Fhusqvarna-yth1942.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":97317,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-05-25 16:01:44","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-05-25 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data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-05-07 19:40:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The best riding mowers not only offer a balance between cost, performance, and features, but also have ergonomic designs to tackle almost any size property.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a4bb622a-b6d0-4054-873a-d560d6416527",image:{id:"e0cd9b9a-dcc3-473a-8a08-0d596aaf983d",filename:"gettyimages-1443551518.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-05-25 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She has a bachelor's in Mass Communication and experience in journalism.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Apple\" data-image-alt-text=\"Apple Self Service Repair program\" data-image-filename=\"1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1960\" data-image-height=\"1102\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn Thursday, Apple \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fnewsroom\u002F2024\u002F04\u002Fapple-to-expand-repair-options-with-support-for-used-genuine-parts\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eannounced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E it's expanding its repair program this fall to incorporate used parts. Initially only for select iPhone models, the repair option will be available to more devices later on, though Apple did not clarify which models. The used components must be genuine Apple parts, in accordance with Apple's efforts to minimize privacy and security concerns. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"For the last two years, teams across Apple have been innovating on product design and manufacturing to support repairs with used Apple parts that won't compromise users' safety, security, or privacy,\" said John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, in the announcement. \"With this latest expansion to our repair program, we're excited to be adding even more choice and convenience for our customers, while helping to extend the life of our products and their parts.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-warns-of-mercenary-spyware-attacks-against-iphone-users-should-you-be-worried\u002F\"\u003EApple warns of mercenary spyware attacks against iPhone users. Should you be worried?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERepairers will be able to use pre-owned parts in phone fixes after \"pairing,\" or vetting, whether they are genuine Apple tech. Fixed phones will then be calibrated to original factory standards to ensure security and preserve device integrity, according to Apple.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe release, somewhat unclear, seems to include biometric sensors as used parts that can be recalibrated once installed in a device, but also says future iPhone models will support reused biometric sensors. Serial numbers won't be required when ordering parts for certain repairs from the Self Service Repair store. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe new initiative expands Apple's repair program to encourage safe and affordable device repairs, as well as product longevity and a reduced \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-modular-android-phone-will-outlive-the-latest-iphones-and-pixels-but-theres-a-catch\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenvironmental footprint\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"At Apple, we're always looking for new ways to deliver the best possible experience for our customers while reducing the impact we have on the planet, and a key part of that means designing products that last,\" Ternus added. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-new-airpower-video-is-out-but-is-apple-actually-reviving-its-qi-wireless-charging-mat\u002F\"\u003EA new AirPower video is out, but is Apple actually reviving its Qi wireless charging mat?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo maintain transparency about repair history and deter disassembly of stolen phones, Apple will extend Activation Lock to iPhone parts to alert those repairing the device if the parts have been reported lost or stolen. If they are, repairers will restrict calibration. Similarly, the company will update the Parts and Service History in iOS to indicate whether a part is new or used in the iPhone's Settings. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-04-11 20:24:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Even biometric sensors can be reused under the initiative, which could mean longer product lifecycles and less waste.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"59e85849-d948-46be-b72f-5299c4306001",image:{id:"ced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228",filename:"1.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-04-11 15:13:26",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Apple Self Service Repair program",credits:"Apple",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F11\u002Fced928b2-cf94-43c2-bd27-0bf1fd8c4228\u002F1.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1960,height:1102,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones^iPhone",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"apple-to-allow-used-parts-for-some-iphone-repairs",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Apple to allow used parts for some iPhone repairs",topic:{id:"1093d9cb-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"iphone",name:"iPhone",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"1093d9cb-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"iphone",name:"iPhone",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fbd54d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"apple",name:"Apple",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"108f2b14-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"ios",name:"iOS",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"a4c60cb0-1265-4fd2-bbc6-960ba1bca457",username:"abeaty",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Artie",lastName:"Beaty",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"e162cc7e-cfeb-49ed-8d5a-d98d162d327e",filename:"artie.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-06-08 15:26:03",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F08\u002Fe162cc7e-cfeb-49ed-8d5a-d98d162d327e\u002Fartie.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Artie Beaty is a freelance writer, based just outside Charlotte, with a passion for smart home tech and tech news. He has a bachelor's in journalism from UNC Charlotte and has been writing for over 15 years. On the weekends you'll find him leading haunted ghost tours of uptown Charlotte.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2928703-7231-4d04-bbb3-36f896daa576\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Uber\" data-image-alt-text=\"uber-co2-savings\" data-image-filename=\"uber-co2-savings.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you've decided to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Ftech-for-a-sustainable-future-the-challenges-and-opportunities-ahead\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ego green\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Uber is now letting you see just how much of a positive impact on the environment you've had.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe company today introduced an Emission Savings feature. When you open Uber's app and visit the account page, you can now see the carbon emissions you've saved by taking Uber Green or Uber Comfort Electric.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fneed-to-pick-up-an-order-in-store-have-uber-pick-it-up-for-you-instead\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENeed to pick up an order in-store? Have Uber pick it up for you instead\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe information is calculated, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fuber-is-working-on-its-own-ai-project-reveals-ceo\u002F\"\u003EUber\u003C\u002Fa\u003E says, based on the amount of Uber Green and Uber Comfort Electric rides you've taken, and the amount of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002Fhow-much-co2-are-your-zoom-meetings-generating\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECO2 emissions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E avoided compared to UberX or Uber Comfort trips of the same distance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYour savings are shown in total kilograms. If that insight is insufficient, you can see a graphic that breaks down your savings in terms you can more easily understand, such as total gallons of gas saved or total miles driven in a non-gas-powered car.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe savings are shown for regular Uber accounts as well as Uber teen accounts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe company plans to add more types of rides to its emissions savings calculator, including using autonomous or driverless electric vehicles or \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ee-bikes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-scooter\u002F\"\u003Ee-scooters\u003C\u002Fa\u003E booked through Uber or UberX Share trips.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F4-ways-5g-can-optimize-your-work-and-personal-life\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E4 ways 5G can optimize your work and personal life\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUber is taking steps to ensure the savings shown are as accurate as possible. The average emission intensity of a ride changes over time and varies by city, so your total will be based on each ride option in your city. The results for current users won't start at zero. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"21624237-75c8-462f-9923-6afd3c89a564\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Describe what's shown in the image.\" data-image-filename=\"dewalt-60v-max-cover.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F29\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E ZDNET's key takeaways \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"219bab1a-93e1-4c41-bb08-7c80589c174f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 60V Max snow blower\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E kit is available for about $1,000.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWith an all-steel auger and electric chute controls, you'll make quick work of accumulation and drifts.\u003Cbr\u003E \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo chute-clearing tool means you'll need to spend extra cash to get one.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELiving in Cleveland, winters can be brutal with lake-effect snow and frigid temperatures. So in the winter of 2021, I bought myself a \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"fc7f6bd7-518e-4e18-b7f2-9eb44ed1d9a3\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FTroy-Bilt-Storm-24-in-208-cc-Two-Stage-Gas-Snow-Blower-with-Electric-Start-Self-Propelled-Storm-2420\u002F316895886\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Troy-Bilt Storm 2420\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E two-stage snow thrower. The model did a great job until I pulled it out of the shed to prep for a recent storm...and it wouldn't start.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI struggled mightily with the pull cord before remembering it had an electric start. Yet a few minutes and one extension cord later, there was just the sad, labored whirring of a gas engine struggling to kick over. With a storm just a few days away and expected to drop over a foot of snow, I didn't have time to troubleshoot. Troubleshooting meant tearing apart the engine, draining fuel lines, and testing wiring harnesses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-snow-blower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best snow blowers for unruly winter weather\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd as my neighbors curiously peeked through their curtains and blinds to watch me threaten a piece of machinery with all manner of methods for rapid and violent disassembly, the bright yellow of the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5c9eed57-bac0-4fbc-b309-8752fd5c055e\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 60V Max\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E shone like a beacon of hope from the back of my garage.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe long battery life and steel auger make quick work of snow drifts and accumulation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt 60V Max single stage snow thrower\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"ba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766","title":"DeWalt 60V Max","filename":"img-7389.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F29\u002Fba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766\u002Fimg-7389.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":357010,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-01-29 18:23:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-01-29 18:23:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FDeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"dewalt 60v max","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"ba0afe43-cbf9-498c-90f9-863124c82766","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"img-7389.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F01\u002F29","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBeing a single-stage model, I had a few reservations about the 60V Max being able to handle much besides a few inches of dry, powdery snow. And being battery-powered, I worried about running out of juice halfway through my task. But DeWalt made a few design choices that improved upon some of the more annoying bits. Chiefly, they built the blower with an all-steel auger and included electronic paddle controls for the debris chute. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"299fd9cb-b724-432a-bf1f-109d380750c9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"dewalt 60v max\" data-image-filename=\"img-7366.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F29\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOther single-stage models have manual chute controls. Which means that if you need to change the direction of where your debris is being thrown, you have to stop what you're doing, shut off the unit, and then adjust the chute. And you have to do this every time you want to move the chute, which can be an annoyance at best, but a nightmare if you're trying to work in the wind or bitter cold. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-extreme-weather-tech\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best extreme weather tech: Top gear for snowstorm power outages\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DeWalt 60V Max has convenient paddle triggers for controlling the rotation of the chute, which lets you instantly maneuver debris downwind and away from you. You still have to manually adjust the ejection angle of the chute, but that's pretty well a \"set and forget\" adjustment.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for power, the model comes with two 60V batteries and chargers, letting you go from assembly -- which only takes a few moments -- to use in just a few hours. The control panel features battery-level indicator LEDs for each battery, letting you check how much power you have at a glance. DeWalt claims that the 60V Max can clear up to a 32-car driveway on a full charge, and I'm highly inclined to believe them. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI have a typical suburban driveway that can fit six vehicles fairly comfortably, and about 200 feet of sidewalk to maintain. With both batteries charged, I was able to fully clear my driveway and sidewalk sections twice, which was about 45 minutes runtime altogether, before I'd even drained half their power. And since I had so much extra runtime, I did what any other Midwesterner would do and cleared as many of my neighbors' sidewalks and drives as I could. I was able to clear the entire sidewalk on our side of the street, as well as two of the three driveways, before I needed to walk back to my own home to recharge the batteries.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fhow-to-choose-a-snow-blower\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to choose a snow blower: Ultimate buying guide for winter days ahead\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DeWalt 60V Max has three power modes, including an eco-friendly battery saver option, so your runtime may vary depending on which mode you use. The power modes can also be used to adjust your chute speed for handling heavier or drier snow. The eco-friendly mode works well with fresh powder for when you need to quickly clear areas, while the heavy-duty mode is great for wet, heavy snow, and thin layers of sleet and freezing rain.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"f8311203-bb82-4423-b66c-2d3909eff976\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"dewalt 60v max\" data-image-filename=\"img-7386.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F29\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELike all other single-stage snow blowers, the DeWalt 60V Max does not have any sort of self-propelled drive for the wheels. But the body of the unit is lightweight enough to not need a ton of muscle or effort to maneuver and control. I'm even able to physically pick it up -- using proper form, of course -- and carry it if needed. The batteries themselves have a bit of heft to them, but even with both placed in the snow blower, the entire machine is still surprisingly easy to change direction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy biggest complaint about the DeWalt 60V Max is that it does not come packaged with a chute-clearing tool; you have to \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d296555d-f02f-4f75-8a03-8b338028aa10\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FMTD-Genuine-Factory-Parts-Universal-Chute-Clearing-Tool-for-Two-and-Three-Stage-Snow-Blowers-Mounting-Bracket-Included-OEM-731-2643\u002F207208202\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"purchase one separately\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. While not a huge deal, not including a tool that allows you to safely clear obstructions like packed snow and ice poses a safety hazard. Especially if an operator is in a hurry and reaches into the chute without thinking while the unit is still running.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E ZDNET's buying advice \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll in all, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"97753bc8-34c3-4dfe-a533-081d0dc93d32\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2\u002F325929745?\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-60-Volt-21-in-Maximum-Cordless-Electric-Single-Stage-Snow-Blower-with-Two-4-0-Ah-FLEXVOLT-Batteries-and-2-Chargers-DCSNP2142Y2%2F325929745&subId1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 60V Max\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E single-stage snow thrower is an impressive little unit. With three power modes, you can tackle different types of snow and push for longer battery life. And electric chute controls make adjusting debris ejection quick and easy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe lightweight design makes it easy to maneuver around curved and angled walkways, as well as over uneven surfaces like buckled sidewalks. The all-steel auger is tough enough to handle just about any kind of snow, small bits of ice, and even sticks and other yard waste. And for about $1,000, you'll get the snow blower, two batteries and chargers, and countless mornings of not freezing to death as you manually shovel your driveway.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-02-15 12:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The DeWalt 60V Max single-stage snow blower is tough enough to handle snow storms and is more than capable of stepping in when gas models let you down.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"edb26d22-0b67-4cf1-ba2d-37cfe656fedc",image:{id:"21624237-75c8-462f-9923-6afd3c89a564",filename:"dewalt-60v-max-cover.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-01-29 18:21:57",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"dewalt-60v-max",credits:"Taylor Clemons\u002FDeWalt\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F29\u002F21624237-75c8-462f-9923-6afd3c89a564\u002Fdewalt-60v-max-cover.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Yard & Outdoors",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"sick-of-shoveling-this-electric-snow-blower-helps-me-conquer-cleveland-winters",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Sick of shoveling? This electric snow blower helps me conquer Cleveland winters",topic:{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"0d8cfdbe-8176-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"eyu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Eileen",lastName:"Yu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2",filename:"eileen-yu.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-13 06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2d626a5b-2621-4fe7-b14e-9e3d416e5822\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Yuichiro Chino\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"AI Technology in data room\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1353710557.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-ai-reshapes-the-it-industry-will-be-fast-and-dramatic\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efast accelerating\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Singapore says it has taken steps to ensure data centers operating in the country are energy efficient and government data used to train models are adequately secured. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe government will establish the necessary computing power and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egrow the datacenter market in a \"sustainable manner\"\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that is in line with its international climate commitments, said the Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) in a statement. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fevery-ai-project-begins-as-a-data-project-but-its-a-long-winding-road\u002F\"\u003EEvery AI project begins as a data project, but it's a long, winding road\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe ministry was replying to parliamentary questions on how the government was balancing the growing demand for computing power with the country's AI developments and sustainability targets, as well as ensuring that the necessary infrastructure remains environmentally friendly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAcknowledging that AI compute power from data centers is a critical enabler of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-launches-national-ai-schemes-adds-133m-investment-to-research\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESingapore's national AI strategy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the ministry said one key strategy is to improve the energy efficiency of data centers and drive the development of efficient cooling solutions. It pointed to liquid cooling as one example on which AI computing infrastructure often relies, adding that it is more energy efficient than air cooling for intensive AI workloads. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere also are measures, such as grants, to support operators that work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their data centers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, Singapore is developing sustainability standards that will pave the way for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F#google_vignette\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edata centers to operate at higher temperatures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and, hence, use less energy for cooling, MCI said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-heats-up-data-centers-with-operating-standards-for-tropical-climates\u002F\"\u003Ereleased operating standards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E last June that it said would optimize \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftrack-your-carbon-emissions-with-this-new-app\u002F\"\u003Eenergy efficiency\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in data centers located in tropical climates. Developed by the Infocomm Media Development Authority, the recommended standards offer a roadmap to increase data-center operating temperatures to 26 degrees Celsius and above. The standards can potentially yield energy savings of between 2% and 5% for every one degree Celsius increase, the government agency said, citing \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.cs.toronto.edu\u002F~bianca\u002Fpapers\u002Ftemperature_cam.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eresearch from the University of Toronto\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA data center set up to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftropical-data-center-now-up-and-running-in-singapore\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eoperate in such climates began operating\u003C\u002Fa\u003E last month, offering a facility for researchers and industry players to develop energy-efficient cooling technologies. Touted as the world's first data center testbed for tropical environments, the new site is hosted by the National University of Singapore's College of Design and Engineering, on its Kent Ridge campus. The university is leading the initiative jointly with a fellow local institution, Nanyang Technological University. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftropical-data-center-now-up-and-running-in-singapore\u002F\"\u003ETropical datacenter now up and running in Singapore\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore also is reviewing its Green Mark certification scheme for data centers to update the energy-efficiency criteria, MCI said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Beyond sustainable AI compute infrastructure, it is important to invest in the development of green computing methods,\" the ministry noted. These include coding and algorithm optimization, optimization for both software and hardware, and developing standards for low-data, low-energy AI models. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"The government will continue to deepen international and domestic \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-partnership-touted-to-help-data-centres-manage-carbon-footprint\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epartnerships\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with the research community and industry partners on this front,\" it added.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EData used for AI models to be appropriately protected\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeasures also are in place to manage sensitive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-releases-draft-guidelines-on-personal-data-use-in-ai-training\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Einformation used to train AI models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, MCI said in response to questions on how the government ensures confidential data is protected in prompts powered by large language models (LLMs).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We adopt a risk-managed approach for LLMs [that is] consistent with the existing public-sector framework for handling classified information when using technologies, such as internet-based applications and commercial clouds,\" it said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt noted that highly sensitive applications and data are not accessible online. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Where use cases involve sensitive data, open source models may be finetuned for use but must be deployed on government servers and computers,\" MCI said. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-research-initiative-aims-to-build-large-language-ai-model-for-southeast-asia\u002F\"\u003ENew research initiative aims to build large language AI model for Southeast Asia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhere less sensitive data is involved, the AI models may be owned and managed by commercial and private companies, MCI said. The government's contracts with these companies are governed by service agreements that include clauses on data handling and security, it noted. These include the non-retention of data and limitations on the use of data to train other products or models.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe government also has implemented technical measures to monitor sensitive data and provide visual cues to remind users of data security policies. In addition, there are governance measures to enforce compliance, MCI said, adding that it would continue to reassess the effectiveness of such measures as technologies evolve. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESingapore last month \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-research-initiative-aims-to-build-large-language-ai-model-for-southeast-asia\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elaunched a research initiative to build an LLM\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that can better meet the demographics of Southeast Asian nations. Dubbed the National Multimodal LLM Programme, the initiative will build on current efforts from AI Singapore's Southeast Asian Languages in One Network (\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Faisingapore.org\u002Faiproducts\u002Fsea-lion\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESEA-LION\u003C\u002Fa\u003E), which is an open-source LLM that the government agency said is designed to be smaller, more flexible, and faster compared to LLMs on the market today. SEA-LION currently runs on two base models: a 3-billion parameter model, and a 7-billion parameter model. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-01-10 16:49:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Amid the growing adoption of artificial intelligence, Singapore is taking these steps to ensure its data centers are energy efficient and government data used to train models are adequately secured.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b1628e71-f60d-4119-ae59-c7172277c797",image:{id:"2d626a5b-2621-4fe7-b14e-9e3d416e5822",filename:"gettyimages-1353710557.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-07-31 16:54:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"AI Technology in data room",credits:"Yuichiro Chino\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F07\u002F31\u002F2d626a5b-2621-4fe7-b14e-9e3d416e5822\u002Fgettyimages-1353710557.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2121,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Artificial Intelligence",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"singapore-keeping-its-eye-on-data-centers-and-data-models-as-ai-adoption-grows",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Singapore keeping its eye on data centers and data models as AI adoption grows",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"10279ab0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"data-centers",name:"Data 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06:39:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F13\u002F2dd68a59-269a-4024-8e9e-8d4f16fbc2d2\u002Feileen-yu.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Currently an independent business tech journalist and panel moderator based in Singapore, Eileen Yu has over 20 years of industry experience with various publications including ZDNET, IDG, and Singapore Press Holdings. \r\n\r\nShe covers industry developments in Singapore and other Asian markets, with special focus on China, and aims to drive discussions around cybersecurity, data, and government policies.\r\n\r\nEileen majored in Journalism at The University of Queensland, Australia, where she wrote an honours thesis titled: To Censor or Not: The Great Singapore Dilemma.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9c6e4b92-dc70-41a0-8853-3465b3ad4ba3\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"RomanBabakin\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Singapore government buildings\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-587200388.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F01\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"2119\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Singapore government has been called on to provide funding support so large enterprises can continue with their \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-digital-transformation-everything-you-need-to-know-about-how-technology-is-reshaping\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edigital transformation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E programs and smaller businesses can begin their sustainability journeys. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese measures are necessary to safeguard the country's prosperity amid an increasingly uncertain global climate, according to a report released by KPMG in Singapore (KPMG) and the Singapore Business Federation (SBF). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fenterprises-will-need-ai-governance-as-large-language-models-grow-in-number\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEnterprises will need AI governance as large language models grow\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe document outlines recommendations on what the government should include in its upcoming budget to maintain Singapore's appeal as a destination for foreign direct investment in light of growing competition from other financial hubs. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong is scheduled to deliver the nation's fiscal 2024 budget plan on February 16. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe report suggests that advocating innovation, digitalization, and ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) will place Singapore in a good position to attract global capital and talent. Organizations can also boost their competitiveness if they are given support to digitalize, decarbonize, and globalize.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F3-ways-to-find-a-great-ai-partner-for-your-enterprise\u002F\"\u003E3 ways to secure the best AI partner for your business\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese measures will be integral to helping enterprises, particularly small businesses, deal with rising costs and a challenging business environment in a softening global economy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EResearch suggests just 25% of companies in Singapore are confident the economy will improve during the next 12 months, compared to 41% the year before, according to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sbf.org.sg\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fmedia\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fdetail\u002Fsingapore-business-sentiment-weakens-amidst-economic-uncertainties-tightening-credit-cost-increases-and-manpower-challenges\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESBF's latest national business survey\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome 58% of companies cite increased business costs as the top challenge, with 75% pointing to manpower costs as the key contributor. The survey respondents would like more support from the government for their ESG initiatives, as well as adoption of AI tools and global expansion. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe SBF survey, which polled 1,056 companies, also anticipates 2024 being a more challenging year for local businesses that will face headwinds in domestic and international markets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We recommend the government takes the lead to streamline procurement practices with smaller enterprises that may rely heavily on government projects,\" KPMG and SBF said in a joint statement. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"To tackle manpower constraints, Singapore must maintain its openness to overseas talent and strengthen policies that promote the development of local talent. A public-private review of business competitiveness is needed to identify opportunities for cost mitigation even as we press ahead with industry transformation.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftwo-divergent-skills-that-matter-in-an-ai-world-math-and-business-development\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETwo divergent skills that matter in an AI world: Math and business development\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe report authors call for a tiered support model to facilitate companies in their digitalization roadmaps, spanning from a lower-tier grant support covering 20% of backoffice and operational digitalization initiatives, to a top-tier grant of 60% in funding support for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-looks-for-generative-ai-use-cases-with-sandbox-options\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eadoption of artificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (AI) and digital ledger technologies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe report also suggests the government should reassess existing grants and subsidies, such as the Enterprise Innovation Scheme or Productivity Solutions Grant, and allow smaller companies to pay only the net cost of digital solutions to help them with their cash flow. Services providers can then claim the rest of the subsidies directly from the government. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrant programs, the report suggests, should be expanded to include digital projects where development work is led out of Singapore, but involve resources from the region. The Enterprise Development Grant, for example, currently stipulates that such development work must be fulfilled locally. This restriction could stifle progress as businesses might not be able to access resources and skillsets to drive the work in a timely manner.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, a universal grant program that covers the cost of AI and machine learning adoption and employee upskilling will be helpful for businesses looking to build training datasets and carry out data analysis and testing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESmaller companies will also appreciate support in upskilling and retraining employees in emerging technologies, including AI, to acquire the necessary capabilities to handle \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-identifies-six-generative-ai-risks-sets-up-foundation-to-guide-adoption\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enew cyber threats\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-operating-model-to-compete-in-ai-economy\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBusinesses need a new operating model to compete in an AI-powered economy\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOrganizations would further benefit from reskilling that can support their ESG development journey, which the government can provide through enhanced tax deductions for accredited training programs and tax subsidies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Singapore government can collaborate with sectoral agencies and trade associations to establish decarbonization industry roadmaps, with the aim of facilitating organizations' transition to a greener ecosystem. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor instance, the report recommends that the Enterprise Financing Scheme - Green initiative is expanded to boost lending by eligible financial institutions and help smaller companies begin \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-office\u002Fsingapore-firms-struggle-to-align-sustainability-goals-with-business-objectives\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etheir sustainability journeys\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe report also calls for the establishment of data-sharing platforms to facilitate the exchange of ESG data, such as greenhouse gas emissions associated with certain activities. This process will enable businesses to carry out checks on internal data or make estimates when information is not available. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, Singapore could look to calibrate its property tax policies to offer lower rates for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsingapore-wants-only-data-centres-that-are-efficient\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreen commercial and industrial buildings\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which would motivate building owners to meet greener building requirements. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-01-10 11:15:38",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A new report calls on the Singapore government to provide financial support that will help companies accelerate their digital transformation and sustainability programs.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"6f3bd025-8246-4987-8406-5190dff364f5",image:{id:"9c6e4b92-dc70-41a0-8853-3465b3ad4ba3",filename:"gettyimages-587200388.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-01-10 01:24:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Singapore government buildings",credits:"RomanBabakin\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F01\u002F10\u002F9c6e4b92-dc70-41a0-8853-3465b3ad4ba3\u002Fgettyimages-587200388.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2119,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Business^Digital Transformation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"singapore-urged-to-fund-support-for-ai-adoption-and-decarbonization",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Singapore urged to fund support for AI adoption and decarbonization",topic:{id:"4bbd52b3-12fc-4183-9f2a-1274944fbf8d",slug:"digital-transformation",name:"Digital Transformation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"4bbd52b3-12fc-4183-9f2a-1274944fbf8d",slug:"digital-transformation",name:"Digital Transformation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1140e374-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"singapore",name:"Singapore",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"114a15be-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"smb",name:"SMB",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"sustainability",name:"Sustainability",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"98d6f538-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Matthew",lastName:"Miller",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc",filename:"matthew-miller.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:28:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc\u002Fmatthew-miller.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1bbe1fb3-da05-4b58-8f8a-0eaa8c4a9124\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Describe what's shown in the image.\" data-image-filename=\"fairphone-5-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy passion for mobile technology is now 26 years strong, which means I have inevitably contributed to consumer waste through my long history of buying, selling, and recycling mobile devices. For the past week, I have been testing a phone that's designed to counter such behaviors with easy modular repairs and one of the longest software support policies I've seen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fbest-green-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best green phones: Sustainable and eco-friendly smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"aa369d4c-2eae-471d-8200-d83a03c45fea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E features the iconic modular design of past Fairphone models, with a base frame that you can build from. It is powered by a Qualcomm 5G processor, an ample 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage with a microSD card slot supporting up to 2TB cards, an IP55 dust\u002Fwater resistant rating, a removable 4,200mAh battery, and triple camera system powered by Sony-made sensors. Not too shabby for an environment-first gadget.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe new Fairphone 5 comes with serious potential to serve as the only phone you will need for at least five years.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Fairphone 5\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"a62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293","title":"Fairphone 5 in Blue","filename":"fairphone-5-4.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F08\u002F30\u002Fa62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293\u002Ffairphone-5-4.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":106070,"width":1600,"height":900,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-08-30 01:35:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-08-30 01:35:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","alt":"Fairphone 5 in Blue","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"a62b0608-62d2-42fd-a255-ddc16ede3293","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"fairphone-5-4.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F08\u002F30","imageWidth":1600,"imageHeight":900,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Fairphone","offerPrice":"699","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESustainability, like in past years, is the key to the new Fairphone 5, with fair-mined, recycled materials and a trade-in program where the company will recycle or repair your old phone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-pixel-8-update-schedule-will-surpass-samsung-and-maybe-even-match-apple\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGoogle Pixel 8's update schedule may match Apple's and surpass Samsung's\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy all accounts, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"69a43cb9-7cb3-41f0-a999-3247849f04d8\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is an excellent mid-range smartphone, but its superpower lies in its longevity. Fairphone has a five-year warranty with a promise of at least five years of major Android firmware updates and a goal of providing 8 to 10 years of software support. Should you want to replace any of the ten modular parts, you can simply use a screwdriver to replace it without worry of hindering the device's functionality.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI briefly tested a sustainable prototype phone a few years ago, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fteracube-hands-on-affordable-mid-range-android-phone-with-unique-4-year-warranty-service\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe Teracube\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but that phone required servicing through a provider and was not the most compelling specs-wise. Thankfully, when I pulled the Fairphone 5 out of the box, I was immediately impressed by the rock-solid feel, lovely light blue color, curved metal edges, matte plastic back, side power\u002Ffingerprint sensor button, and overall look and feel. I charged it up and powered it on to find a lovely 6.46-inch OLED display, capable of a 90Hz refresh rate.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgen-z-are-ditching-iphones-for-100-feature-phones-and-the-numbers-dont-lie\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGen Z is ditching iPhones for $100 'feature phones,' and the numbers don't lie\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe back cover is removable and reveals a big replaceable battery that can be charged via a 30W charger, a microSD card slot, and a SIM card slot. The back panel snaps securely into place in several spots around the device, which helps it achieve the IP55 water ingress rating. One eSIM is also supported by the Fairphone 5.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5bdad785-d305-4637-8541-6a7aaf40c389\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHere's what's included in the package.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Fairphone 5 in Blue\" data-image-filename=\"fairphone-5-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.qualcomm.com\u002Fproducts\u002Finternet-of-things\u002Findustrial\u002Fbuilding-enterprise\u002Fqcm6490\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E Qualcomm QCM6490 processor\u003C\u002Fa\u003E supports 5G networks and Wi-Fi 6E and is primarily targeted towards IoT solutions such as ruggedized tablets. In my testing, the chip has proven its ability to get the job done for communications, applications, and some brief gaming. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, when I tested the phone with a Verizon SIM card, I was unable to secure a cellular connection. Instead, a T-Mobile USA SIM worked well, and I was satisfied with the signal strength in all areas where I tested it. Download speeds were also solid, ranging from 36Mbps to 58Mbps.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsustainability\u002Fthese-mushroom-based-chips-could-power-your-devices-and-help-save-our-planet\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThese mushroom-based chips could power your devices and help save our planet\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also took loads of photos with the front and rear cameras since camera quality is typically an afterthought on less expensive phones. And to no one's surprise, the Fairphone 5's output is nothing to write home about. You won't \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-years-iphone-photography-awards-prove-how-capable-your-older-iphone-still-is\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewin any rewards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with these cameras.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll in all, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"7d53c0dd-7ad6-44ca-99e3-902bc121433f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairphone.com\u002Fen\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fairphone 5\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E itself looks great, performs well, and competes as a competitive mid-range phone with a €699 suggested retail price. The price is higher than other \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cheap-5g-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emid-range Android phones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but when you consider this is the only phone you need for at least the next five years and you are helping the planet, then it is much easier to justify the price.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-compact-android-is-the-best-phone-youve-never-heard-of\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis compact Android is the best phone you've never heard of\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple, Samsung, and Google provide a few years of software updates with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elatest smartphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, but each company still sells new models yearly and even offers promotions to encourage consumers to upgrade on an annual basis. This is not great for the environment or the people working to obtain materials for these phones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFairphone provides an opportunity for consumers to step up and help reduce waste while also showing that having the latest and greatest smartphone isn't sustainable for the long term. 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