11) Laptop
Computers are such an integral part of daily life that we don’t even notice them anymore. We know that they’re there, but they’ve become a staple like cars, electricity or cellphones – which are actually tiny computers themselves. They are wondrous machines that have transformed our lives, but they can be real energy hogs.
A typical laptop computer can be up to five times more energy efficient than a standard desktop, which adds up to a lot of saved wattage. There is also the added benefit of increased productivity. A person with a laptop can work anywhere, any time. Writing a report in the park on a nice day is a great way to work, while being out of the office. Even more money can be saved, if users charge their laptop at a public place like a coffee shop or library.
