IEEE 1680

In computing IEEE 1680 refers to a standard by the IEEE for the environmental performance criteria for desktop computers, notebook computers and monitors.

IEEE 1680 is the defacto standard for green computing at the desktop level.

At the moment (Aug 2013), the 1680 standards family consists of:

1. 1680 – Umbrella Standard, provides guidelines and implementation procedures for this IEEE 1680 Family of Standards.
2. 1680.1 – Personal Computer Products Standard.
3. 1680.2 – Imaging Equipment Standard.
4. 1680.3 – Television Standard.

The 1680.4 standard for Servers is in the development. The 1680.6 standard for Environmental Assessment of Complex Set Top Boxes is in the development.