This is a common question that arises when we talk about the eco-impact of a power supply in the grand scheme of things. At NetBit, we believe that every small action helps, and whilst the eco-impact of a power supply may seem to be smaller than that of a gateway, there is still a major opportunity to positively reduce the environmental footprint when considering the whole lifecycle of a device.
Fact: gateway power consumption is calculated based on 24 hour/day usage – continuous. Set-tops are calculated at 8 hours/day usage.
Design Optimization
Design optimization is vital to eco-design and holds the potential to have the biggest positive effect on the environment. By matching the power output and increasing operational efficiency you can save a huge quantity of wasted power, thus cutting down CO2 emissions over the total product lifetime. Moreover, there are further positive impacts for optimizing power and using lower nominal output, including: smaller size, fewer materials, higher shipping efficiency, to name a few.
PSU Churn / Disposal
It is also important to consider the churn of PSUs and whether they’re in working condition when they are disposed of.
NetBit is looking into how e-waste disposal works across the areas where our products are geographically deployed and investigating future options to ensure that our power supplies can be disposed of responsibly after their life in the field, and, wherever possible, appropriate recycling of the relevant materials to contribute to the circular economy.
Conclusion
To find out more about our eco practices and how we are making a difference in the power supply market, contact us at sales@netbit.com
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