Green Design
Designers are trying to create products that do not harm the environment. They are building automobiles, electronic devices, and schools that use less energy and make less waste. This is called “green design.”
Green Computer from HP
The computer manufacturing company HP has already built a “green” computer. The rp5700 slim desktop PC contains no toxic materials. It is made so that it can be taken apart and recycled easily. For the computer’s casing and packaging, HP used recycled materials.
Going Green – More or Less?
Imagine you are designing a new “green” computer. You could use materials that are good for the environment, but they will cost you more.
You must choose to charge more for the customer or make less profit on each computer you sell.
Write a paragraph explaining what you would do and why.
