SharkSpace goes green!

SharkSpace LLC (http://www.sharkspace.com), one of the leading web hosting providers based in United States, with an intention to better protect the environment has gone green from Earth Day (April 22, 2008)!

SharkSpace over the last several months has moved their entire server fleet to new energy efficient Dell servers.  The servers consume up to 25% less energy than previous generations. When combined with impressive performance gains, this results in up to a 3X increase in performance per watt over previous generations. SharkSpace also uses energy efficient florescent light bulbs in all their office locations.

In addition to the new server fleet and lighting, the company will also reduce its energy use by converting its paper files to electronic versions through document imaging technology. With the conversion, the company expects to use about half of the paper it is currently using, furthering SharkSpace's commitment to environmentally friendly operations.

SharkSpace LLC Founder & CEO Scott Jones said: "Today, we are proud to have taken a first step towards true energy sustainability by integrating green power and energy-efficient strategies into our operations. As a company that strives to best serve the residents of our community, we feel an obligation to do everything we can to protect our environment. We view this not only a matter of corporate responsibility, but also a case of moral and ethical accountability. By joining The Green revolution, we're expanding our scope beyond just optimizing our own operations to helping the industry set higher efficiency standards and develop better environmental practices."

Electronic waste (e-waste) is the fastest growing type of trash in the United States. E-waste makes up 2% of the garbage, but produces up to 40% of the lead in landfills. E-waste in landfills can leach toxic substances into the soil and groundwater. Electrical power plant emissions clog up the environment. There is a lot being said in the media right now about the importance of maintaining a healthy and green environment and the message is now starting to be heard that the responsibility does not only lie with large companies. Environmentally sustainable practices are the responsibility of everyone and must start in our own backyards to dramatically feel the impact of positive change for the environment. Whether the changes are as small as beginning a recycling routine, or maybe changing your light globes to minimize energy consumption or larger changes such as optimizing the internal efficiency of your home through structural changes; these decisions will ultimately have a positive impact on the environment.