Climate change has become a big issue for the entire world. It has increased due to several anthropogenic activities, including extensive use of fossil fuels and cutting trees. Amidst such concerns, many industries are taking green initiatives to slow down their pace.
Speaking of greener and environmentally friendly advancements, e-ink displays have gained recognition for their use in sustainable initiatives. It’s a type of display technology that resembles printed papers and has been dominating several industries (including its use in e-readers) for its exclusive features.
E-ink Displays and Power Consumption
Power consumption is an important part of a sustainable future. The less energy we use, the more we have for future generations—even a small number of energy-save counts. Fortunately, e-ink displays help with the same. E-ink displays are much more energy-efficient than the LCD and LED screens that we commonly use. They don’t need a consistent power source. Instead, they only need power when the content changes. This means if the content doesn’t change, it may not use any power at all. Additionally, now the solar-powered e-ink e-readers are finally within reach too.
What adds up to its benefit is its battery life. As e-ink displays utilize power only during content change, their battery can last for weeks seamlessly. Their working lifespan stands at 50,000 hours with 90,000,000 refreshes (2 seconds each).
Role in Paper Saving
Furthermore, as we source paper from trees, we must save, reuse or recycle paper, or else we may face more problems like deforestation, landfilling, and pollution. For such instances, e-ink displays work as a godsend, replicating the traditional touch of printed paper. Its ambient light ensures comfortable illumination and clarity even in direct sunlight. It also cuts down the use of paper for creating conventional books, adding up to its sustainable use and eco-friendly benefits.
E-ink displays are convenient for their lightweight structure, anti-glare displays and high contrast. It’s a durable and long-lasting technology, provided you maintain it efficiently. While e-ink displays have promising benefits overall, how much do you think these technologies will be helpful for a sustainable future? Let us know in the comments.
Navkiran Dhaliwal is a seasoned content writer with 10+ years of experience. When she's not writing, she can be found cooking up a storm or spending time with her dog, Rain.
