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Project title

Prototype development of guarabteed irish Zero waste personal computer project (ZWPCP)

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

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Lead Organisation

Multimedia Computer Systems Ltd t/a MicroPro Computers

Lead Applicant

Paul Maher

Project Abstract

Multimedia Computer Systems Ltd. (MicroPro Computers) is a wholly Irish-owned SME employing 22 staff. The company manufactures and retails its own range of computer systems software packages networking and peripherals.MicroPro has designed and manufactured a zero-waste high-specification PC. iameco pC is the product of a year-long R&D effort aimed at upgrading the already significantly environmental MicroPro XPc into the first PC system to meet the stringent requirements of the European Eco-Label for Computers. The iameco prototype is undergoing the series of technical tests that will allow accreditation as Europeis 1st genuine Green Computer.The PC uses only reusable components can be dismantled by a single worker in 11 minutes is energy-efficient and free of hazardous materials such as brominated flame retardants PVCs and heavy metals like lead cadmium and mercury that have been regularly used in computer manufacture for years. The PC housing is manufactured from recycled aluminium. No plastic is used in the computer housing. The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet EU requirements and to minimise electricity consumption electromagnetic emissions and noise.

Grant Approved

�100,000.00

Research Hub

Cleaner Production - Green Enterprise - Innovation and Demonstration

Research Theme

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Start Date

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Initial Projected Completion Date

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