The heat generated in core processor in proportion is similar to the generated in the exhaust of a spaceship launcher.
Researchers propose to use heat produced by computers for warming houses. The result would be more secure and efficient networks, diminishing the carbon footprint.
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/07/heating-your-home-with-data-furnaces.php
Another good reason to support distributed computing among home machines.
