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Top 5 Eco-Friendly Office Gadgets

by ChannelPro-SMB on April 16, 2012 2:12 PM

In honor of Earth Day, we've put together a list of green gadgets that can help you cut costs and protect the environment.

Top 10 Common Surprises in Data Center Management

by ChannelPro-SMB on April 4, 2012 9:53 AM

There are a number of surprising causes of data center downtime, as well as shocking trends in data center management. Prepare yourself with this list of common data center surprises. By Peter Panfil

Pat Taylor Nominated to EPEAT Advisory Board

by E. Hom on February 10, 2012 9:33 AM

As a longtime channel advocate, Taylor will be able to speak on behalf of the SMB channel regarding EPEAT compliance, thanks to Taylor's previous work with the EPA.

ChannelPro Playbook: Green IT Services for SMBs

by E. Hom on January 30, 2012 8:00 AM

Green IT services can save the environment and money for your customers, while also increasing your status as a trusted advisor and boosting your services portfolio.
By Elaine J. Hom

Building a Data Center the Vermont Way

by ChannelPro-SMB on December 23, 2011 9:30 AM

By aiming to create a LEED-certified facility funded by private investors, Tech Vault was embraced as Vermont's first commercial-grade, LEED-certified data center. By Jay Fayette

Green Compliance and Customized Systems: The EPEAT Hurdle

by E. Hom on August 29, 2011 11:44 AM

Prepare to meet the demand for EPEAT-compliant computing. NASBA and Intel have partnered to ease the compliance process for customized systems, but there is still a need for help from the vendor and reseller communities.
By Elaine J. Hom

IT Distributor Releases 2010 Green Report

by ChannelPro-SMB on July 6, 2011 10:14 PM

Ingram Micro says it's "one of the only technology distributors to track and publicly report its sustainability commitment."

IT Industry Looks to a Greener Future

by ChannelPro-SMB on June 23, 2011 11:21 AM

The trend of green IT is rising, according to a recent CompTIA study. Almost half of the firms surveyed are moving towards green IT, spelling out big opportunities for IT service providers.

Tracing the Green IT Services Market

by ChannelPro-SMB on May 11, 2011 12:13 PM

Green IT services are in high-demand from customers who want to save the environment and save on energy costs.

Supermicro Expands Embedded Server Line

by ChannelPro-SMB on May 2, 2011 1:12 PM

The new X9 supports the Intel QM67 Express Chipset and is in line with Supermicro's commitment to green computing.

'Green' Certifications Gaining Importance

by ChannelPro-SMB on April 28, 2011 9:56 AM

Without ENERGY STAR and EPEAT certifications, and strategies for deploying compliant products and green IT practices, you limit your ability to compete.
By Alan Radding

Tripp Lite Adds Compact Model to ECO-UPS Line

by ChannelPro-SMB on March 19, 2011 10:03 PM

The new "ultra-compact" uninterrupted power supply offer energy-saving technology with LCD screen.

Ingram Micro Launches Smart Steward Program for Environmentally Friendly Disposal

by ChannelPro-SMB on March 7, 2011 9:03 AM

The new initiative, as part of the company's commitment to a socially responsible global supply chain, provides green disposal of small electronics and printer supplies.

TRENDnet Offers GREENwifi Technology with Wireless Networking Products

by ChannelPro-SMB on January 6, 2011 8:46 AM

The GREENwifi technology can reduce wireless device power consumption by up to 50 percent at different stages of the wireless information transfer process.

New ECO-Surge Suppressor Enables Remote Power Off

by ChannelPro-SMB on November 30, 2010 10:41 PM

Tripp Lite's TLP66RCG model adds RF remote control in order to cut power behind such obstacles as desks and entertainment centers.

Talking Green IT in Chicago

by Geoff O. on October 4, 2010 11:00 AM

Schneider Electric and energy management executives meet to discuss society's growing awareness of energy usage, U.S. energy policy, green IT products, and the smart grid.
By Geoffrey Oldmixon

Networking Goes Green

by ChannelPro-SMB on August 26, 2010 10:11 AM

Although eco-friendly networking products are still seldom considered in purchasing decisions, organizations may change that practice when they learn the potential energy cost savings the technology offers.
By Carolyn Heinze

Mobile Edge Releases Corn-Based 'Green' Laptop Bags

by ChannelPro-SMB on August 6, 2010 8:58 PM

The bags' material is called Sorona, and it is derived from agricultural feedstock. The company says it cuts greenhouse emissions by 63 percent compared to traditional materials.

Avnet Expands Its Banking, Energy, and Retail Focus

by ChannelPro-SMB on July 21, 2010 5:42 PM

Distributor will employ the SolutionsPath methodologies it uses in its HealthPath and GovPath offerings in growing banking, energy, and retail markets.

Ingram Micro Joins EPA's Climate Leaders Program

by ChannelPro-SMB on July 20, 2010 10:01 PM

Program participants pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, receiving assistance from the government agency for doing so.

ColorQube 9200 Series Printer Now Doles Out Green Advice

by ChannelPro-SMB on July 6, 2010 9:18 PM

The latest software upgrade for the printer series includes Print Advisor, an on-screen feature that will prompt users with resource-saving tips.

Green IT Strategies to Implement Now

by jgaskin on June 10, 2010 11:29 AM

Helping clients go green reduces their carbon footprint and puts money on their bottom line.
By James E. Gaskin

NASBA and AOpen Launch GreenIT Resource Center

by ChannelPro-SMB on April 22, 2010 12:08 PM

The center provides information on green products and initiatives while NASBA will advocate for greener IT on behalf of the channel.

TRENDnet Launches 16- and 24-Port Switches with GREENnet Technology

by ChannelPro-SMB on March 4, 2010 11:48 PM

Power-saving feature determines and supplies an appropriate amount of power to each hardwired switching port as required by each connected device, by the port, and by the length of cable.

Tech Data Offers Hardware Recycling and Refurbishing Services

by ChannelPro-SMB on February 10, 2010 3:13 PM

The distributor's partnership with TechTurn enables VARs to dispose of desktops, notebooks, servers, storage devices, and displays the green way.

The Business Case for Sustainable IT

by ChannelPro-SMB on August 11, 2009 6:45 AM

When green IT is viewed as reducing an SMB's carbon footprint--and saving money in the process--the prospect of selling green solutions becomes imminently more promising.
By Megan Santosus

Obama: Pro Channel?

by Michael S on October 6, 2009 8:28 AM

Obama: Pro Channel?
I was rushing through the airport in D.C. recently and ran into him...

D&H Promo Aims to Reward Earth-Conscious Resellers

by ChannelPro-SMB on January 6, 2010 9:21 PM

In celebration of the 40th Earth Day, the distributor rewards buyers of environmentally friendly equipment with a chance to win a Toyota Prius and other prizes.

ChannelPro Playbook: Green IT Services for SMBs

by E. Hom on January 30, 2012 8:00 AM

Green IT services can save the environment and money for your customers, while also increasing your status as a trusted advisor and boosting your services portfolio.
By Elaine J. Hom

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: ViewSonic VOT132 PC Mini for Small Space, Big Performance Computing

by ChannelPro-SMB on November 12, 2009 11:04 AM

The time for smarter, greener computing is now. The VOT132 PC mini is powered by an ultra-energy-efficient Atom 330 processor and runs on a Win 7 operating system.

Survey: 'Optimism Returns to the Channel'

by ChannelPro-SMB on January 25, 2010 8:00 AM

CompTIA Business Confidence report reveals a renewed optimism as IT execs report strengthen balance sheets and predict growth in health care, green IT, and virtualization markets.

Green Conscience May Drive More Sales Than Green Wallet

by ChannelPro-SMB on October 20, 2009 10:32 PM

CompTIA study suggests environmental concerns lead to more eco-friendly procurement decisions than promise of energy savings. Organization finds many companies struggling to prove ROI despite green commitment.

Green Compliance and Customized Systems: The EPEAT Hurdle

by E. Hom on August 29, 2011 11:44 AM

You Can Make 'Green' by Offering Green

by Charla R. Johnson on August 26, 2009 2:53 PM

It may sound counterintuitive, but reducing waste and lowering power usage not only saves money for clients, but puts more of it in your pocket.
By Charla Bunton-Johnson

Kaspersky Lab Partners with D&H

by ChannelPro-SMB on April 22, 2009 3:58 PM

D&H partners gain access to the benefits of Kaspersky's channel-focused Green Team partner program.

HP Ramps Up Solutions Attractive During a Recession Recovery

by ChannelPro-SMB on September 30, 2009 11:14 PM

From Total Care updates to low-energy printers to data-protecting storage systems, Hewlett-Packard works to meet the needs of SMBs in a slow-growth environment.