Environmental software

Userful Corporation says that in the past year its software that allows up to 10 people to work from one computer, has saved 29,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions, the equivalent of taking more than 5000 cars off the road.

Many desktop computers sit idle virtually all day while the user reads or types. The company leverages this unused computing power to create an environmentally efficient alternative to traditional desktop computing. Up to 10 users can work on a single computer by simply attaching extra monitors, mouses and keyboards.

Electronic waste is an increasing problem globally due to the quick obsolescence of electronics. This is compounded by the fact that computer waste is high in many toxic materials such as heavy metals and flame-retardant plastics, which easily leach into ground water and bio-accumulate.

Using Userful products can reduce electronic waste by up to 80%.