Well I wouldn’t say that this is the definitive word but it does seem that the black screen power savings theory is not valid read more
It’s a nice theory … millions of computers using slightly less power due to a simple css change in a major search engine but the advent of LCD monitors means that it doesn’t really make any difference.

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How about using http://www.findwithpink.com instead?
It wont save you on the power bill or prevent global warming but it’s all for a great cause.
I had heard of blackle.com (the eco friendly version of google), but now they have launched blackle games i dunno if any energy is saved, but atleast it doesnt hurt the eye, lol
There are around 16 different versions of “black google” online. The best one I’ve found is http://www.cleanblack.com. Cleanblack is the only version that allows you to change the text colors of the google search results. Try it yourself by going to http://www.cleanblack.com/theme/
There are around 18 different versions of black google online. The best one Ive found is http://www.cleanblack.com. Cleanblack is the only version that allows you to change the text colors of the google search results. Try it yourself by going to http://www.cleanblack.com/theme/