An investigation into evaluating laptop computers using The Triple Bottom Line (Environmental)

Laptop computer is essential in the university among students and staff members; however, there is little information provided on the economic, environmental, and social assessments when it comes to purchasing laptop computers. This report investigates the analysis of environmental impacts on the laptop computers in order to select the environmentally friendly technology. The environmental impacts are analyzed by looking into the manufacturing process, energy consumption of laptop, and the disposal of the laptop computers. This report makes an thorough examination of laptop’s energy consumption in use, the manufacturing phases, and the necessity and benefit of recycling laptops. In addition, a survey is completed to investigate the reason of purchasing a new laptop and the average lifespan of a laptop. Advantages and disadvantages of the individual brands are illustrated, and will follow with a recommendation into the selection of laptops in terms of its environmental aspect. Disclaimer: “UBC SEEDS provides students with the opportunity to share the findings of their studies, as well as their opinions, conclusions and recommendations with the UBC community. The reader should bear in mind that this is a student project/report and is not an official document of UBC. Furthermore readers should bear in mind that these reports may not reflect the current status of activities at UBC. We urge you to contact the research persons mentioned in a report or the SEEDS Coordinator about the current status of the subject matter of a project/report.”Applied Science, Faculty ofUnreviewedUndergraduat