ASUS Introduces Carbon Partner Services at Computex 2023

Next-generation sustainable commercial portfolio is bolstered by a slew of new services.

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 31, 2023 — ASUS, a global technology leader dedicated to creating products for an incredible and more sustainable life, today introduced at Computex 2023 ASUS Carbon Partner Services, an end-to-end solution offering assured-quality, accountable, transparent and flexible carbon-offset options to business customers.

To decrease environmental impact, ASUS has expanded its range of eco-friendly products, including the world's first carbon footprint and carbon-neutral verified business laptop, ExpertBook B9400, the 14-inch BR1402 series featuring a modular design for environmentally-friendly maintenance, and the newly-awarded ExpertBook B9 OLED, which earned the Sustainable Tech Special Award distinction in the Computex 2023 Best Choice Awards.

ASUS continues to drive meaningful progress towards its commitment and search for innovative methods to decrease its environmental footprint and achieve a net-zero impact. Now, with ASUS Carbon Partner Services, ASUS further supports business customers in reaching their own sustainability goals with nature-based carbon credits to offset emissions. The services will begin this year, beginning with ExpertCenter D9-series desktops (D900MDR and D900SDR) and the ultralightweight ExpertBook B9 OLED laptop, with more flexible options to offset emissions coming in the future.

Also at Computex 2023, ASUS presents impressive commercial solutions, including laptops, desktops and all-in-one PCs that cater to the needs of modern businesses. In particular, the ExpertBook B9 OLED and ExpertBook B5 OLED ultralight laptops, with their top-of-the-line performance and professional designs, are among the most prominent highlights. These laptops boast enterprise-grade power and security features, such as up to 13th Generation Intel® Core™processor with vPro® support, optional TPM 2.0, and both face and fingerprint login. Additionally, they are engineered with precision-milled, military-grade durability to withstand the challenges of daily business use, having passed US military-grade MIL STD-810H durability standards.

Introducing ASUS Carbon Partner Services to support sustainability goals today and tomorrow

Sustainability has become a key driver in decision-making as customers pressure organizations to act on environmental impact and ESG initiatives^[i]. With ASUS Carbon Partner Services, ASUS supports customers with a flexible and transparent end-to-end solution for offsetting emissions associated with their ASUS products to support their sustainability goals with purchase.

ASUS Carbon Partner Services accompany sustainable products from ASUS, and were developed to help businesses reduce their carbon emission. ExpertBook B9 OLED exemplifies these efforts as the first magnesium-lithium ASUS laptop to employ Thixomolding — a manufacturing technology that reduces waste by up to 29% and shortens manufacturing time by up to 75%. Made with up to 70% post-industrial recycled metal and packaged in materials certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), ExpertBook B9 OLED is ENERGY STAR® certified and can reduce carbon emissions — exceeding the ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency standard by 44%

ASUS Vice President, General Manager of Commercial Computer BU, Benson Lin said: “On our transformative journey towards a more sustainable future, we’re proud to deliver ASUS Carbon Partner Services. Sustainability is a core part of our business, and we’re using our deep technological expertise and collaborative spirit to become an end-to-end partner supporting businesses’ ESG achievement. Our commercial products are designed with the environment in mind, in compliance with leading global standards, to reduce carbon emissions. By delivering sustainable products and our new Carbon Partner Services, ASUS will support business users in paving the way for a better future together.”

Doubling down with a comprehensive business portfolio

ASUS integrates sustainable parameters within its product designs and showcases a comprehensive portfolio of business and education solutions including Experts-series desktops, laptops, and all-in-one PCs. They provide the high performance, reliability and flexibility that business users need to work and connect in today’s hybrid and remote work environments.

Recognizing that each workplace is different, ASUS designs with business needs and sustainability in mind, delivering ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA), the world's lightest 14-inch OLED business laptop, and ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602CVA), the world's lightest 16-inch business laptop. ExpertBook B9 OLED features a stunning 14-inch OLED display, ideal for professionals who prioritize image quality. With a lightweight design of just 990g and a slim profile of 15 mm, it is highly portable. ExpertBook B5 OLED is also a reliable laptop that’s perfect for daily use, featuring a 16-inch 4K OLED display. Both devices are the ultimate companions in the corporate world, boasting extreme portability, power and toughness. These laptops have passed rigorous US military-grade durability standards and feature 13th Gen Intel Core processors with vPro support, to deliver fast and responsive performance that professionals demand. They are equipped with robust enterprise-grade features, providing comprehensive security that meets the demands of modern businesses and protects not only the devices, but also the invaluable data they contain.

Enabling eco-conscious learning

To complement its offering for businesses, ASUS also introduces a range of upgraded and portable education solutions with large displays and long-lasting battery capacity to enhance immersive learning and collaboration anywhere. The new ASUS BR14 series features a student-centered design with a ruggedized form factor for the durability that today’s educators and active students need. ASUS enhanced the needs of today’s students with sustainable design, making the BR14 series more environmentally friendly with an easy-to-service, modular design that enables schools to be cost-efficient and better manage maintenance.

Upgrading businesses with stress-free deployment and modern IT management

Finally, ASUS launched ASUS Pre-Deployment Service (APDS) and ASUS Endpoint Management Service (AEMS), two complete services for modern IT management. Together, these solutions demonstrate the ASUS commitment to innovative services that help businesses protect their sensitive data and streamline their IT operations. To save IT efforts, increase productivity, and ensure device security, APDS and AEMS will simplify the deployment, management, and security of business devices with pre-configuration, centralized management and security. APDS streamlines deployment for remote and hybrid teams, resulting in an 80% increase in productivity and a 25% enhancement in procedures. AEMS simplifies IT management with driver updates, centralized management and security-management services, resulting in a 50% reduction in downtime and a 55% increase in productivity. With APDS and AEMS, ASUS is upgrading businesses with a streamlined IT deployment and management process, enabling them to focus on their core activities.

ASUS will exhibit these solutions at Computex 2023, Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1, 4F. For more information about ASUS, visit www.asus.com.

[i] 80% leaders stating that customers create pressure for organizations to act on/ invest in sustainability initiatives. Gartner 2022 Sustainability Survey: Use Sustainability to Drive Value and Mitigate Disruption.