This product is carbon neutral certified as CarbonFree® * by Carbonfund.org. Its carbon footprint (which includes manufacture, distribution, end-of-life & recycling impacts) has been offset. It meets Carbonfund.org's CarbonFree® Product Certification protocol which requires third-party life cycle assessment of the product's carbon footprint, & carbon reductions in support of third-party validated renewable energy & reforestation projects. The GXC205Pi's powerful induction motor quickly yet quietly destroys your sensitive documents into unreadable 0.16" x 1.69" particles. It features a large capacity 7.85 gallon removable waste bin while boasting a relatively small footprint, thereby making it perfect for any home or small office. GoECO™ ENERGY-SAVING TECHNOLOGY eliminates vampire energy waste. This machine will automatically power down after thirty minutes of being idle – not just “asleep” but completely powered OFF.