As we enter the second quarter of 2026, South Florida businesses are finding that “going green” is no longer just a corporate social responsibility goal—it is a critical strategy for lowering overhead. With rising utility costs in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Palm Beach, the efficiency of your office technology directly impacts your monthly bottom line. The recently launched Kyocera EvolutionNext series, available now through STAT Business Systems, is engineered to lead this charge with a sustainable design that doesn’t sacrifice performance.
Engineering for Reduced Energy Consumption
The new TASKalfa MZ-series has set new benchmarks for Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) values. By utilizing refined motor synchronization and advanced internal heat management, these machines operate at a fraction of the energy required by legacy “04” and “54” series models.
2026 EvolutionNext Energy Performance Table
| EvolutionNext Model | Output Type | TEC Value (kWh/week) |
|---|---|---|
| TASKalfa MZ2501ci | Color | 0.29 |
| TASKalfa MZ3501ci | Color | 0.46 |
| TASKalfa MZ4001i | B&W | 0.49 |
| TASKalfa MZ5001i | B&W | 0.63 |
| TASKalfa MZ7001ci | Color | 1.05 |
Table data sourced from 2026 technical specifications for the MZ-Series.
Lowering TCO with Long-Life Components
The secret to Kyocera’s legendary reliability—and its low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)—is the use of patented ceramic drums. In many models, these drums are rated for up to 600,000 images, which is up to three times longer than most competitors.
For your South Florida office, this means:
- Reduced Waste: Fewer consumable replacements result in significantly less “electronic waste” over the life of your copier lease.
- Predictable Budgeting: Sustainable hardware requires fewer service interventions, allowing STAT Business Systems to offer more competitive service and supply rates.
- Toner Efficiency: New “Toner Lock” technology ensures that up to 15% of toner isn’t wasted by being thrown away too early.
Award-Winning Commitment to Climate Protection
Choosing a modern Kyocera system means partnering with a company recognized for its transparency and performance in climate protection. In early 2026, Kyocera was once again included in the prestigious CDP ‘A List 2025’, a rating achieved by only the top 4% of companies assessed worldwide. Additionally, the series has earned multiple 2026 Pick Awards from Keypoint Intelligence for its combination of energy efficiency and industrial performance.
At STAT Business Systems, we take pride in helping our local partners transition to more efficient, eco-friendly workflows. By integrating high-performance hardware with Kyocera Fleet Services, we can monitor your device health remotely to prevent efficiency loss before it occurs.
Sustainability & Efficiency FAQ
How does the MZ-series save money on toner? The new AI functions, such as Super-Resolution, ensure high-quality prints on the first try, reducing wasted paper and toner from misprints. Additionally, refined toner yield allows for more pages per cartridge compared to legacy models.
Are these machines ENERGY STAR certified? Yes. The entire EvolutionNext lineup meets the latest 2026 ENERGY STAR requirements, which mandate efficient power management features like high-speed wake-up from sleep mode.
Does a faster machine use significantly more power? While production models like the MZ7001i use more power than entry-level units, their high scanning speeds (up to 274 ipm) allow them to finish massive jobs faster, often resulting in lower total energy use per task.
How do I find the best model for my budget and green goals? You can contact our team for a free quote and a full TCO analysis of your current fleet to see exactly how much a 2026 upgrade could save your firm.