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Posts Tagged ‘search engine’
Conservation, Jun 6th, 2011,
A few years ago I changed my browser’s homepage to blackle.com because the search engine claimed to save energy by using a black background and mostly grey text as opposed to Google’s stark white backdrop and blue text. At the time of writing this Blackle counts “2,518,394.132 Watt hours saved”. I don’t really know exactly what that means in terms of real benefit, but it sounds a heck of a lot better than zero hours saved. However, Blackle’s claims are disputed. Techlogg did some tests and concluded that a black background did not reduce energy consumption when using LCD screens…
Tags: Blackle, Brazil, Ecosia, energy consumption, rainforest, search engine, Techlogg
Uncategorized, Sep 17th, 2009,
Think the world can’t get any more green in their business pursuits? Well, Green Maven is about to prove you wrong. Green Maven is a search engine and website directory specifically dedicated to listing and promoting all things “green”. Launched in 2006, they host over 10,000 websites today, with “green” categories ranging from clothing to restaurants to travel, and even eco-weddings! If you are one that is dedicated to living a “green” lifestyle, then this website is something you will definitely want to check out.
Tags: ecology, environment, Green, search engine
