We spent some time looking at the latest generation of computing devices and how the embedding of AI could drastically reshape the risk profile of corporate IT departments. The new systems that are about to replace the PCs we’ve known for decades, not only push the...
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AI PCs: 10 Things ITADs and Recyclers Should Expect Four Years from Now
A new generation of AI-capable laptops, desktops, workstations, and servers will hit the market this year, promising to change what we know about computing devices. IT asset disposition (ITAD) professionals will also need to prepare for a wave of hardware unlike...
Expect Major Enhancements in Enterprise Hardware, and Major Challenges Ahead
A new generation of computers is beginning to hit the market and profiling them suggests that you should expect a profound reshaping of the enterprise hardware landscape to take place in the months and years to come. The technological advancements that have emerged...
Dell’s Latest AI-Driven Commercial Devices and Their Sustainability Considerations
Dell’s introduction of the Pro Max with GB300 and the Pro Rugged 14 marks a continued push into AI-enabled computing while incorporating sustainability measures in design and lifecycle management. These devices serve distinct markets—one aimed at high-performance AI...
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6: Lightweight Business Laptop with Modest Sustainability Transparency
“Note: As of March 2025, the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 has been announced but is not yet commercially available on Lenovo’s U.S. website. This review is based on available specifications and sustainability reporting from Lenovo’s public sources.” Overall Rating: 7.0/10 The...
HP ZBook Fury G1i: Product Sustainability Rating: 7.4
Introduction Rated 7.4 for its sustainability features, the HP ZBook Fury G1i is a powerful mobile workstation that stands out in terms of modularity and enterprise readiness—but it falls short in critical areas of environmental transparency, material reporting, and...
NVIDIA DGX Spark: High-Performance AI System with Minimal Sustainability Transparency
Rated 6.0, the NVIDIA DGX Spark delivers high local AI performance in a compact form factor built on the Grace Blackwell platform. Designed for AI researchers and developers, the device allows local fine-tuning and inference of large models while reducing reliance on...
HP EliteDesk 800 G9 Series: A Business Desktop with Serviceability, Security, and Energy Efficiency: Score: 8.0
Rated 8.0 for its sustainability features, HP designed the EliteDesk 800 G9 Series as a business desktop with a focus on energy efficiency, security, and serviceability. Available in tower, small form factor (SFF), and mini configurations, it supports up to 13th Gen...
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Dell Pro Rugged 14 Review: 7.6/10 Sustainability Score
Sustainability (Materials & Environmental Impact) Repairability & Serviceability Performance & Enterprise Integration Lifecycle Management & Longevity Cost-effectiveness & TCO End-of-Life Processing & Recyclability Power Consumption Data Security A 7.6/10 rating...
Dell Pro Max with GB300 Workstation Review: 6.9/10 Sustainability Rating
Sustainability (Materials & Environmental Impact)Repairability & ServiceabilityPerformance & Enterprise IntegrationLifecycle Management & LongevityCost-effectiveness & TCOEnd-of-Life Processing & RecyclabilityPower ConsumptionA 6.9/10 rating reflects the Dell Pro Max...
HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen12 Server Review: 7.3 Rating
With a rotal tating of 7.3, the HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen12 is designed for high-performance computing, AI-driven workloads, and telecom infrastructure, delivering a balance of scalability, security, and long-term serviceability. With the Intel Xeon 6 Granite Rapids-D...
Data and Statistics: Choose WIsely!
Sustainability in Numbers
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Over 80% of electronic waste generated globally is not properly recycled, leading to environmental hazards and resource loss.
More than 7.5 million tons of e-waste is produced annually in the U.S. alone, emphasizing the need for responsible IT asset disposal.
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Manufacturing a new laptop accounts for 50% of its total carbon footprint, making refurbished and recycled hardware a more sustainable option.
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Assessments
Dell’s Latest AI-Driven Commercial Devices and Their Sustainability Considerations
Dell’s introduction of the Pro Max with GB300 and the Pro Rugged 14 marks a continued push into AI-enabled computing while incorporating sustainability measures in design and lifecycle management. These devices serve distinct markets—one aimed at high-performance AI...
Dell Pro Rugged 14 Review: 7.6/10 Sustainability Score
Sustainability (Materials & Environmental Impact) Repairability & Serviceability Performance & Enterprise Integration Lifecycle Management & Longevity Cost-effectiveness & TCO End-of-Life Processing & Recyclability Power Consumption Data Security A 7.6/10 rating...
Dell Pro Max with GB300 Workstation Review: 6.9/10 Sustainability Rating
Dell has taken steps to improve energy efficiency by using LPDDR5X memory, which reduces power consumption compared to traditional DDR-based architectures. However, the workstation’s reliance on high-performance, high-bandwidth memory (HBM3e) adds to its overall energy demand, which could offset some of those efficiency gains in power-sensitive deployments.
