Acer's first Chromebook Vero is built to be repaired and recycled

It's no secret that many of them prioritize price over sustainable practices. They believe that they should be just as kind to the planet as their higher-end counterparts. The first eco-friendly laptop in the Vero line is powered by the chrome OS. The 14-inch portable is designed to be repaired and recycled with a relatively small environmental footprint.

The keycaps and speakers are made from 50 percent recycled plastic. The military grade drop resistance of up to 4 feet should help the Chromebook survive a tumble to the floor. The easiest way to remove the bottom cover is with standard screws.

The laptop's specifications suggest you should keep it. The Chromebooks Vero 514 uses 12th-gen Intel Core processors, and the display is accurate with 100 percent coverage of the sRGB color space. It is not known if the computer can live up to its 10 hours of estimated battery life, but fast charging support can bring you to 50 percent capacity in 30 minutes. You won't need to buy dongles if you have twoUSB-C ports and oneUSB-A port.

The Chromebook Vero 514 will be available in the US for $500 and in Europe for 599. That's certainly more expensive than the cheapest Chromebooks, but it's clear that the green design will be worth it. If the laptop's repair ready body can save you money, that's a good thing.