Computers could soon be heating buildings - IBM
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Written by Danrok   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 12:06
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From Computer Weekly:

Technology is being tested that allows heat generated by computers to warm offices and homes.

IBM has launched a trial in Switzerland that could see the heat produced by large datacentres being recycled to heat offices.

The three-year trial of the Aquarsar system could reduce carbon emissions by 85% because of lower demand for central heating, and less energy being needed to cool processors inside PCs.

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