So how does structuring IT networks and hardware operations play into the new strategic plans of the US Postal Service? Well, for starters, replacing or obtaining greener equipment is part of a much bigger multi-prong approach, as demonstrated in a special USPS web site detailing 'Innovation' and green initiatives across a variety of aspects, many focused on the smarter use of fuel and vehicles. But it does seem like getting more energy efficient hardware does come into the picture, though it's not specifically mentioned on the prominent pages of the site. A close reading of a USPS "Strategic Transformation Plan to Enhance Sustainability" shows that... "The Postal Service has incorporated energy efficient requirements into mail processing equipment designs. New standards such as power consumption, voltage, and temperature impact are now being reviewed as part of postal procurement procedures."
Along with this, the next paragraph talks about a shift to buying ENERGY STAR products for USPS facilities. To those familiar with the variety of devices relevant to ENERGY STAR ratings, (the popular new system for identifying energy efficient appliances), this seems like a pretty clear reference to getting new IT equipment that goes through less power daily.
