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Aopen — Investor Presentation
13 slides from Aopen's investor presentation
Slide 1: ENERGY STAR Computers
am ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR* Computers SEPA Learn more at energystar.gov
Slide 2: What is ENERGY STAR?
What is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program that helps consumers identify energy-efficient products. ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Save energy • Save money • Save the environment 2
Slide 3: About ENERGY STAR
About ENERGY STAR The ENERGY STAR mark ranks among the highest level of influence on product purchase among all consumer emblems, similar in ranking to the 3 Good Housekeeping Seal.
Slide 4: ENERGY STAR Sales Value
ENERGY STAR Sales Value Consumer awareness and desire for efficiency savings is high. • In 2007, more than 70% of households nationwide recognized the ENERGY STAR label. • Of households that purchased ENERGY STAR products in the past year: – More than 70% of them reported the label as influential to
Slide 5: Computer Specification Chart
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Slide 6: Power Management
ENERGY STAR Power Management • ENERGY STAR power management features: – Come standard in Windows and Macintosh operating systems. – Place computers and monitors into a low-power modes after periods of inactivity. • To maximize savings EPA recommends: – Setting computers to standby mode after 30-60 m
Slide 7: Power Management Myths
Power Management Myths Myth: Screensavers are needed to eliminate “burn-in” problems. False: Modern displays have eliminated this need. So turn on the power management and turn off the digital aquarium. Myth: More energy is used to turn on your computer, than to leave it on when not in use. False: T
Slide 8: Saving Energy = Saving Money
Saving Energy = Saving Money • An ENERGY STAR qualified computer ENERGY STAR qualified will use up to 50% less energy than a comparable product, depending on products use less energy how it is used. and cost less to operate resulting in: • Enabling your computer and monitor’s ENERGY STAR power manag
Slide 9: Saving Energy Helps Protect the Environment
Saving Energy Helps Protect the Environment • By choosing ENERGY STAR qualified computers, consumers can help reduce the risks of global warming by preventing greenhouse gas emissions caused by burning fossil fuels at power plants. • If all computers sold in the U.S. meet the ENERGY STAR requirement
Slide 10: Which Brands Are ENERGY STAR Qualified?
Which Brands Are ENERGY STAR Qualified? Trusted brands like these . . . • AOpen • Dell • Hewlett-Packard • Sharp • Apple 10
Slide 11: ENERGY STAR As Your Sales Partner
ENERGY STAR As Your Sales Partner • Create Business Value – Differentiation • Arm your staff with knowledge • Provide your customers products of choice – Grow your customer base • Attract and retain customers—help your customers save money and watch them keep coming back – Partner with ENERGY STAR a
Slide 12: Qualified Computers Overview
ENERGY STAR Qualified Computers Overview ENERGY STAR: The government-backed program dedicated to helping consumers protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR qualified computers save energy, money, and the environment. Why sell ENERGY STAR qualified computers? • Enabling
Slide 13: ENERGY STAR Training Center micro-site
A user-friendly and easily navigable micro-site containing training tools for partners. Users can navigate throughout three main categories to find training resources relevant to them: products, campaigns, utilities/energy efficiency program sponsors. Benefits: • EASY: Access to all ENERGY STAR trai