Acer introduced the Chromebook Vero 514 at the “Green Day” event, which takes the direction of the development of this new laptop: a lot of its components. they are recyclable and made from recycled materials.

The Chromebook Vero 514 is the first notebook for the Google platform that Acer is launching under its green “Vero” series.. The company says 30% of the chassis and display bezel materials are post-consumer recycled plastics. The keyboard uses 50% recycled plastic and the touchpad surface is made entirely from ocean-derived plastics.

Another component where we see Acer’s commitment to the environment is the packaging used to distribute the notebook, as it is made from 90% recycled paper. Plus, when it comes time to discard the computer, Acer claims the display panel is 99% recyclable.

Acer Chromebook Vero 514, Specs

In addition to the environmental commitment that more and more users value in the face of the urgent need to reduce e-waste on the planet, Acer has updated the internal hardware of this Chromebook with the most advanced Intel processors, Alder Lake twelfth generation for which four different models are offered on request, from the Pentium Gold 8505 to the Core i7-1255U.

A panel is attached to the screen 14 inch IPSwith or without multi-touch capability, FHD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels), 100% sRGB color gamut support and Gorilla Glass protection.

You can equip up to 16 GB of memory LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB PCIe 3.0 SSD for internal storage. It supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 and has USB Type-C and Type-A ports, HDMI output and a fingerprint reader. It has stereo speakers, dual microphones and an HD webcam. Comment that, without being ultralight, its dimensions are quite limited, 313 x 224 x 21 mm at 1.4 kg. It comes with a USB Type-C power adapter up to 65W.

Running the latest version of Google Chrome OS, the Chromebook Vero 514 will be available in the United States in October and will arrive in other regions such as Europe in November with a starting price of €599.

Earthion program

As environmental issues become more pressing, Acer is calling on more partners and suppliers to join forces to reduce harmful environmental impacts and save valuable resources by transitioning to a circular economy. It is precisely because of the increasing number of natural disasters that climate change is causing around the world that collective and constructive action is needed to address the urgency of the problem, the company says.

To that end, he shares the progress he’s making in his Earthion sustainability program with the following highlights:

• Acer says it is working with manufacturing partners, including Compal and Quanta, to reduce the use of plastic bags and safety straps on packaging, which will help reduce unnecessary waste.
• The company expects 100% of its operations to use renewable energy sources by 2035.
• Acer is calling for more partners and suppliers to join Earthion’s mission to increase its positive impact on the environment.
• Acer expands its CDP supply chain to three tiers of suppliers.
• Innovations in smart city solutions help reduce the carbon footprint and promote sustainable living.
• Acer’s 21-Day Challenge helps expand the program and build green habits.
• The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the latest addition to the Vero range of eco-friendly devices, which includes laptops, desktops, monitors, projectors and accessories.

Acer believes that sustainability is a global effort that needs all possible support to make a difference. Its aim is not only to offer consumers the opportunity to choose products that are more environmentally friendly, but also to enable companies to participate in their transition to a low-carbon and circular economy. As part of Acer Green Day, we have made significant progress.