Green Computing Research Documents

Trends in Green Computing by Standish Group International

The Trends in Green Computing report is a study of the top 10 drivers that are influencing decisions on how IT implements a green computing environment. This report identifies, defines, and analyzes the top 10 drivers in the green computing marketplace. It breaks down each driver into several areas and explains the reasons why they are affecting the adoption of green computing.

PC Retailing - Europe by Mintel International Group Ltd.

Mintel European Retail Intelligence provides independent, expert coverage of the major retail sectors throughout Europe. Each title in this series analyses retailing trends in up to 19 European markets, including the Scandinavian nations and Eastern European countries such as the Czech Republic and Poland as well as the major Western European markets.

The coverage provided by each report is as accurate, relevant and up-to-date as possible, combining in-house sector expertise with retail...

Why Utilities Should Care About Green Computing by IDC

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HP Fine Tunes its Strategy Around Green Computing and Energy Efficiency by IDC

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U.S. Baby Boomer Attitudes and Opportunities: At Home, At Work and On the Road by Packaged Facts

Far from dwindling into the mists of irrelevance, Baby Boomers are the largest demographic segment today and their influence shows no sign of waning. Born between 1946 and 1964, Boomers account for one-third of the U.S. population, spend about $2 trillion annually, and generally expect to stay in the workforce far past the age of 65. As the leading edge of the cohort move into what once was assumed to be retirement age, they continue to change traditional ideas about age, work and leisure acti...

Issues in Green Financial Services by Datamonitor

Introduction

This report examines the competitive landscape for green products and services in the financial services industry. It looks at how competitors are communicating their Green credentials to customers, the extent to which perception compares to reality and what this means to their customers.Scope

Discussion of the key issues surrounding the provision of green financial services. Highlights

the main positive and negative criteria used by invest...

The Kids and Tweens Market in the U.S., 9th Edition by Packaged Facts

This completely new Packaged Facts report provides a comprehensive look at the 36 million young consumers in the 3- to 11-year-old age group. Today’s kids and tweens are on the cutting edge of the digital generation. They move seamlessly from sitting in front of Saturday morning TV to watching video on their PCs and downloading music on their mobile phones. They shift effortlessly from playing with traditional toys and dolls in the physical world to creating avatars they can use to live...

Aluminum Die Castings by Global Industry Analysts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Aluminum Die Castings in Millions of lbs. The specific end-use segments discussed are Automotive/Internal Combustion Engines, Industrial, Commercial & Defense, Consumer OEMs, and Computers & Telecommunications. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2001 through 2010. The report profiles 320 c...

Mainframe As A Green Machine -- And More ROI -- 2008 to 2014 by Wintergreen Research

Mainframe as a Green Machine
The costs of electricity are certain to escalate, creating a dramatic difference between the mainframe and distributed server systems. Worldwide, access to power is an issue for data centers. Hybrid solutions are evolving. In some parts of the US, particularly in the Southwest, they have simply run out of electricity. In other parts of the US, for example Seattle, the cost of electricity goes to $.52 per kilowatt]hour at peak hours of air conditioning use, cons...

Server Market Opportunities, Shares, Forecasts, and Strategies, 2008-2013 by Wintergreen Research

Server vendors adapt business strategy to focus on real time exchange of information on enterprise networks and the Internet. Network computer systems hardware leverages integration and messaging software. Network storage systems are adapting to the Internet.

Server vendors have positioned to help implement business strategy relative to real time exchange of information. Enterprise networks are built on data centers that leverage the Internet. A focus on network computer systems hardware...

Low Emission IT - The Internet Meets The Oil Crisis by CarbonFree

Approximately 2% of the electricity produced in the US is used to power computers and other IT related equipment. If the energy required by manufacturing equipment such as microprocessors, cables and printers is included then the proportion of electricity used by the IT sector is 3%. These figures may not seem large compared to the amount of electricity used, for example, by packaging manufacturers or to power house appliances. However, the increased use of computers, driven by the introduction ...

Electronics Contract Manufacturing Services by Global Industry Analysts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Electronics Contract Manufacturing Services in US$ Billion. The major product segments analyzed are Consumer Electronics, Computers & Peripherals, Telecommunications, Industrial Electronics, and Others. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2001 through 2015. The report profiles 392 companies including ma...

2008 Trends to Watch: Green IT by Datamonitor

Introduction

The 2008 Trends to Watch: Green IT brief offers a comprehensive take on the latest and most significant trends in the environmental-friendly computing space. The brief details four key trends, highlighting the likely impact of these trends on enterprises and technology vendors.

Scope

Details Datamonitor's view on the main trends that are likely to affect green computing. Examines the likely impact of the changing regulatory landscape on IT departme...

Online Services by Global Industry Analysts

The global outlook series on Online Services provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. Get a bird’s eye view of the industry’s structure for online/internet services, understand the service market composition, identify primary market stimulants, and trends, take a sneak peek into major markets worldwide. The 48 information-rich, global market data tables give the reader a wholesome understanding of the international mar...

Electronic Connectors by Global Industry Analysts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Electronic Connectors in US$ Million. The major product segments analyzed are Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Connectors, IC Socket Connectors, Telecom/Datacom Connectors, Fiber Optic Connectors, Heavy Duty Connectors, RF Coaxial Connectors, Computer Connectors, Circular Connectors, Terminal Block Connectors, and Power Connectors. The major End use segments discussed are Automobile, Computers, Telecom, Industrial, Aerospace/Defense, Consumer Electronics...

September 2008 HPC User Forum Meeting Notes: Green IT Directions in the HPC Technical Server Market by IDC

This IDC update covers the 29th High-Performance Computing (HPC) User Forum meeting, which took place at Loew's Ventana Canyon hotel in Tucson, Arizona, September 8-10, 2008. This update documents the HPC User Forum discussions and presentations on the Green IT in HPC topic.

Green TECHpulse’08 Premium Consumer Technology Recommendations by HANSA GCR

This unique analysis provides insights regarding the importance of green as an essential business issue confronting C-suite, marketing, sales and business executives:

1. Actionable ideas to help technology companies market green products and services to affluent households.
2. Innovative interpretation of what does and does not affect brand perception related to green consumer technology.
3. Deep-dive into the mindset and preferences of consumers showing how they weigh and ...

   

Annual Review of Communications: Volume 60 by IEC

The International Engineering Consortium's ""Annual Review of Communications, Volume 60"" is an indispensable reference publication for telecommunication and information-industry professionals. Each year, the Consortium brings together into one unique resource the most current thinking and practical experience of global industry professionals on a variety of topics facing the information industry. This 730+ page reference tool is a must for executives, managers, engineers, analysts, and educator...

HPC User Forum Meeting Notes, September 2008: Tucson, Arizona by IDC

This IDC update covers the 29th High-Performance Computing (HPC) User Forum meeting, which took place at Loew's Ventana Canyon hotel in Tucson, Arizona, September 8-10, 2008. The principal tasks of the meeting were to:

Share information among HPC users, vendors, and IDC for improving the health of the HPC industry Continue showcasing instructive examples of HPC leadership and partnerships in government, industry, and academia

Further explore trends, issues, and user experiences in large...

Asian-American Market in the U.S. 4th edition by Packaged Facts

This new Packaged Facts report focuses on the consumer attitudes and spending patterns of Asian Americans, who continue to offer the most lucrative opportunities in the multicultural consumer market. Asian-American households represent 40% of all multicultural households with an income between $150,000 and $200,000, and they account for nearly half of those with an income of $200,000 or more. With buying power now approaching $600 billion, Asian-American households are more affluent than any o...

What Are Green Consumers Looking For? by HANSA GCR

This report explores the needs and gaps of Green consumers. It explores how consumers are trying to balance their greater aspirations to help the environment with a more immediate and localized desire to save money. It further explores the confusion in the green market place and need for credible information. This information help technology product marketers to fine tune their messages and understanding the needs of Green technology consumers.

Methodology

This report i...

Green Technology Consumer Buying Behavior by HANSA GCR

This report explores consumers’ seriousness about green. Consumers are mindful of environmental impacts when making purchasing decisions for products and services. They are purchasing greener consumer technology products and are feeling good about it and this is not about demographics but attitude. This information will help technology product marketers to understand the mindset of consumers and how they make their green purchase decisions.

Methodology

This repo...

Portable Battery-Powered Products: U.S. Markets and Opportunities by BCC Research

The market for portable, battery-powdered products has grown from a few well established niches like flashlights and wristwatches to a diverse, rapidly growing market that encompasses a variety of computers, communications and entertainment products, cordless tools, and whole new classes of medical and military products. This diversity has been possible because of a unique synergy between the products themselves, the batteries they employ, and the battery charger and battery power management sys...

Video Games by Global Industry Analysts

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Video Games in Millions of US$. The major product segments analyzed are Console, PC, Handheld, Online, Wireless and Other. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2001 through 2012. A ten-year historic analysis is also provided for these markets with annual market analytics. The report profiles ...

World Optoelectronics Markets by Frost & Sullivan

Steady Innovation Necessary to Stay Ahead of Competition

As the overall package dimensions of optoelectronic components become smaller, manufacturers are concentrating more capital investment on research and development. End-user industries are also looking for reliable vendors that have kept pace with technology development through the economic slowdown. With intense competition, excess manufacturing capacity, and lack of investment on new projects directly impacting profitability, only...

Foodies in the U.S.: Five Cohorts: Foreign/Spicy, Restaurant, Cooks, Gourmet and Organic/Natural by Packaged Facts

For food aficionados, food offers much more than nourishment. It offers a framework through which they can build relationships, make new friends, explore the world and even examine which behaviors are ethical. They use food to define who they are in greater society. The term foodie, which first appeared in the early 1980s, has entered the English language to describe this new type of food lover and a surrounding new culture of food. Foodies are distinct from gourmets in that their ...

Energy-Saving Devices and Equipment by BCC Research

This updated report presents information on the current and future domestic markets for energy efficient end-use equipment for the residential and commercial sectors. Data on energy saving technologies are presented along with current and projected sales, dollar savings realized, and reduction in net energy consumption. Report includes a regulatory overview, an analysis of export markets, and a selected list of relevant industry players. Markets are forecasted through 2002.

Energy Conservation Industry Review: November 1998 by BCC Research

The goal of this document is to provide an analysis of the pertinent technical and economic forces within the energy conservation industry and data for each of the separate technologies involved. Important statistical and analytical information is provided for markets, applications, industry structure, major players, industry dynamics and technology developments. This material is designed to benefit those companies already involved in the business either as users, providers or companies contempl...

Energy Conservation Industry Review by BCC Research

Trends In Energy Consumption

Gas Supplies Shaping Up As Issue

A major consideration for energy markets, both near and long term, will be the availability of adequate natural gas supplies. Indeed, growing gas demand will require major new, large-volume natural gas supply projects for both domestic and imported supplies to meet future demand levels, including deepwater offshore wells, new and expanded liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities, the Mackenzie Delta pipe...

Energy Optimization Industry Review by BCC Research

This unique digest is a compilation of selected articles from the year concerning the development in the energy conservation industry. This review covers topics such as energy management, alternative and renewable energy, alternative vehicles and transportation, coal, petroleum and other fuels, cogeneration, conservation technology, state energy initiative, and industrial processes.

The Australia; New Zealand and Singapore Energy Management Services (EMS) Markets by Frost & Sullivan

Increasing Awareness to Substantially Increase Adoption of Energy Management Services

Publicity campaigns such as testimonials, seminars, advertisements, and personalized services about the benefits of energy management services (EMS) will help increase its adoption. Organizations tend to overlook the capabilities of EMS to reduce energy costs further and improve the environment. By targeting promotional materials at niche audiences, service providers will be providing customized recomme...

New Sustainable Energy Technologies For Housing by AMA Research

Drawing on a wide range of Government, independent, in-house sources and primary research, this report provides an integrated overview of the market potential for key 'new' renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies in the domestic sector.

Key issues covered in the report are:-
Overview Of Uk Renewable Energy Supply
Analysis Of Existing Uk Markets For Photovoltaics, Solar Water Heating & Combined Heat & Power + Eu Comparison
Review Of Uk Electricity...

The Wind Power Report Ed 3 2006 by ABS Energy Research

• ABS believes that this is the most important Wind Report that we have yet produced
• The global installed capacity of wind turbines reached 59 GW by the end of 2005
• It is forecast that installed capacity of wind power will reach 136 GW by 2010
• 55% (75 GW) of which will be installed in Europe, 23% (31 GW) in North America and 22% (30 GW) in the rest of the world
• The last year has seen marked changes in the national rankings in terms of wind power, bo...

  

Local Government Services by Key Note Publications Ltd

Executive Summary In the year ending 31st March 2006, net current expenditure by local authorities is estimated to have totalled £112.4bn at current prices — an increase of around 6% on the figure for 2004/2005 and representing an average increase of 10% per year since 2001/2002. After allowing for inflation across the UK economy as a whole, expenditure has grown by an average of 7% per year in real terms since 2001/2002. Such growth far exceeds that recorded for the UK economy as a w...

China Energy Market (2004) by ChinaMarketResearch.com

The top government decision-makers have basically ruled out the possibility of setting up a Ministry of Energy in at least the coming three years.

But the central government is considering establishing a special office directly under the State Council to help manage the energy industry. Senior officials, including one vice-premier, are likely to head the office.

The proposal, if finalized, may quell recent calls to reform the administration of the energy industry.

In t...

The Energy Services Market by Kalorama Information

This leading-edge study from Kalorama Information takes an in-depth look at the burgeoning market for energy services and the companies (ESCos) involved in it. Historical data from 1992 and forecasts through 2002 are used to quantify the growth trends and niche opportunities in the energy services market. The prospects for ESCos are evaluated by project, technology, and end-user type. Projects undertaken by ESCos are analyzed, as are ESCo technologies and equipment. End-use markets are also cove...

North American Performance Contracting Markets by Frost & Sullivan

End-User Education about Energy Savings to Hike Growth of Performance Contracting

Energy-related management projects do not rank very high on most Canadian and U.S. business’ list of priorities, as the returns on investment are not immediate. Moreover, the risk, expense, time, and loss of control over the environmental conditions in the facility are huge deterrents to installing energy service equipment in companies. For performance contracting (PC) companies to make headway in the ma...

Nanotechnology Opportunity Report (NOR) 3rd Edition by Cientifica Ltd.

The Nanotechnology Opportunity Report (NOR) 2008, 3rd Edition (click for more information) provides the most comprehensive report on the economic impact of nanotechnologies Cientifica has released to date. The report contains over 1,000 pages, several thousand figures and tables, and offers full market forecasts for the key industrial sectors impacted by nanotech, including:

• Electronics & Semiconductors
• Textiles
• Energy
• Food
• Drug Delivery
• ...

  

Country Industry Forecast - Political and Policy Analysis for the Chinese Energy Industry by Frost & Sullivan

Political and Policy Analysis for the Chinese Energy Industry

Environmental regulations, energy security, and energy policies have become increasingly significant among Asian countries. These countries are giving priority to investments in pipeline projects, energy security, and various energy saving measures. In China, the rapidly-growing energy industry is vital to the Government’s scheme of things and it has proactively introduced laws on renewable energy, energy conservation, a...

Ethical and Green Consumers - UK by Mintel International Group Ltd.

Environmental and ethical issues have attained a higher public profile since Mintel’s last Special Report on the Green and Ethical Consumer, which was published in 1999. The environment is high on the political agenda for all parties, with central and local government introducing many initiatives to encourage ‘sustainable living’; and companies have begun competing with each other to demonstrate to consumers their commitment to the environment, and to doing business in an ethic...

Marketing Green Energy in Australia by Datamonitor

Introduction
The household green power market is expected to grow rapidly in Australia over the coming years, driven by increasing retailer activity and competition, greater customer awareness and understanding, and the reduction or even elimination of premiums for green energy. This report examines key barriers and opportunities, benchmarks the green power retailers and forecasts take-up rates to 2007

Scope
Detailed analysis of interviews with 2020 households across Australia i...

2008 Australia - Government, E-Health, Energy & Tele-education Markets by Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd

Subjects covered include:

• Government policies to stimulate the digital economy;
• Government initiatives to fund infrastructure for the digital economy;
• Industry initiatives regarding FttH infrastructure and smart grids;
• Digital media strategies for local councils;
• Local broadbanding case studies;
• Smart grids as green telecoms, carbon trading, environmental issues;
• Market a...

  

Opportunities and Risks: South Africa's Energy Industry 2007- 2009 by Country Risk South Africa

South Africa is Africa’s largest energy producer and consumer. Investments in the energy industries - such as coal mines, power stations and oil refineries - represent a large demand on available investment capital which is in short supply. Recently, shortfalls in the adequate supply of electricity, gas and fuel have been reported. To this effect, the government, Eskom (parastatal electric power company) and Transnet (the company behind South African national transport businesses, includin...

The Global Market for Energy Management Information Systems by BCC Research

INTRODUCTION

Energy management refers to the management of energy consumption. This means improving the efficiency of powered devices, such as electrical equipment or vehicles, and the development of renewable energies.

Multiple commercial companies offer specific product offerings that include the term "EMIS" (energy management information system[s]) or "EEM" (enterprise energy management), although the specific details of the products differ widely between companies. In addi...

Conference Documentation: Sustainable Energy by SMI Publishing, Ltd

The development of sustainable energy sources has become vital to everyone involved or associated with the energy sector. There is now a need to develop strategies that minimise the CO2 released into the atmosphere by traditional fossil fuels; maximise the use renewable energy; and increase energy efficiency. This conference will provide a unique forum where key stakeholder groups: energy/power companies, policy makers, investors and regulators can come together and discuss how to move this vita...

Renewable Energy Market Report 2006 by Key Note Publications Ltd

This report analyses the UK's use of energy from renewable sources, with particular reference to biofuels and wastes, hydropower, wind and wave power, solar power and geothermal acquifers. In 2005, UK consumption of renewable primary energy was 4.2 million tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) — an increase of 15% over the previous year. Biofuels and wastes accounted for much of this figure, with hydropower and wind power being the next most significant renewable sources. Wind power has shown a m...

Energy Industry Review by BCC Research

INTRODUCTION
Energy supplies, energy prices and energy politics are in the news again. In an era of cheap energy and steady supplies it was easy to forget the oil shocks of the 1970s. Few people remember the lines at gas stations, limits of 10 gallons and alternate-day purchasing. But those who forgot have recently gotten a rude awakening again. The U.S. is more dependent on imported oil than ever before; OPEC is not quite as powerful a force as it used to be. But how dependable are other so...

The Global Market for Distributed Energy Generation by BCC Research

Study Goals and Objectives

BCC’s goal in conducting this study was to assess and describe the current status of the worldwide distributed energy (DE) generation industry for all major technologies, and assess the potential growth of that industry. More specifically, the study included the following objectives: (1) summarize existing DE generation technologies, as well as promising technologies under development; (2) evaluate the existing DE industry, focused on producer...

Smart Energy Home by Mind Commerce Publishing

The term "smart energy" refers to the approach of using the most cost effective long term products to satisfy home residents' needs of energy. Cost and resource effective usage may come from purchasing new products that were originally manufactured to achieve energy savings, and/or employing effective methods for using existing products that were not originally designed to support smart energy goals. Improving energy efficiency in homes is an important first step in the growing trend of green r...

Sustainable Energy & Products in the Residential Sector UK 2006 by AMA Research

AMA Research has published the 2nd edition of the 'Sustainable Energy Technologies in the Residential Sector - UK 2006'. Drawing on a wide range of Government, independent, in-house sources and primary research, this report provides an integrated overview of the market potential for key 'new' renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies in the residential sector.

Key issues covered in the report are:-

UK Renewable Energy Supply - Market Overview

Market Analysis ...

Green Buildings - A Strategic Analysis of the North American Markets by Frost & Sullivan

Research Overview

The Frost & Sullivan research service titled Green Buildings - A Strategic Analysis of the North American Markets provides Advances in North American Green Energy, Water and Building Facilities Management Markets. In this research service, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets /applications/technologies: green buildings energy management markets, green buildings water management markets, and green buildings facilities manage...

Economic Analysis for the Indonesian Energy Industry by Frost & Sullivan

Privatization, investments in pipeline projects, energy-saving mandates, as well as energy security and policies have become increasingly significant among Asian countries. Indonesia, a member of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), has not met its production target for oil, making it a net oil importer since 2004. However, the country is a leading exporter of gas and coal, the latter accounting for approximately 25.0 percent of the primary energy production (particularly el...