Dell is making strides to Go Green

It wasn't long ago that Dell as a company was crucified for its poor environmental efforts. But things have changed. On Earth Day, April 22, Michael Dell got acclaim as being one of the most forward thinking CEOs when it comes to eco-friendliness.

Dell introduced a new energy-efficient computer that will be available later this year. It is constructed from recyclable materials and encased in bamboo. The new coputer will be about 80% smaller but just as powerful as a desktop tower. It will use about 70% less power and it will sell between $500 to $700 USD.

Dell is reducing its own operating costs by cutting energy costs, reducing packaging, and taking other steps to help the environment. Dell's headquarters is powered by 100% renewable energy and the company plans to be carbon neutral by the end of the year. The company is able to reduce the annual cost of running its best-selling corporate desktop from $100 to $22 a year.