Sustainability
Environmental Policy Statement
Topooptix's sustainable environmental policy is committed to creating a better life.
Recycling Instructions
Recycle Program
Pixels Without Borders is committed to promoting a greener and cleaner environment in which electronic products should be retired and recycled responsibly. All electronic parts and e-waste collected by our recycling partner(s) will be recycled or reused in a manner that complies with federal, state, and local law. Pixels Without Borders averts waste and does not dispose of covered devices in landfills or transfer covered devices to recycling facilities that dispose of covered devices in landfills. Pixels Without Borders contracts with collectors and recyclers across the US and Canada that comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, utilizing e-Steward, R2/RIOS, and ISO standards in the recyclers’ operations. Pixels Without Borders ensures we only engage with collectors and recyclers that are in good standing that does not violates laws when importing or exporting environmentally sensitive materials throughout final disposition.
Pixels Without Borders offers convenient ways to handle your recycling needs to protect our environment in support of our ISO 14001:2015 EMS. Pixels Without Borders provides a Mail Back Program across the US and Canada to recycle covered electronic devices. The Mail Back Program provides an effective way to retire old electronic equipment by way of recycling processes that meet the high environmental standards of the participating states.
ISO Certificates
ISO 14001:2015 certificate
ISO 9001:2015 certificate
Recyclable Products and Packaging
Pixels Without Borders products and packaging are largely recyclable. Circuit boards, metal, and plastic from product units can be dismantled and recycled by our recycling partner(s) in the United States and Canada according to Federal, State, and local authority guidelines. Cardboard, printed guides (paper), CDs, and plastic bags from our packaging can also be recycled, as well as some foam materials. For EPEAT certified displays, wood-based fiber packaging contains a minimum of 35% recycled content by total weight of wood-based fiber.
EPS Foams – Expanded Polystyrene Foams
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam is a lightweight, rigid, closed-cell insulation used as part of our packaging to firmly support our products during transit. Besides retired electronics, cardboard materials, and plastic bags, the EPS foams are recyclable too! Each year, more than 50% of all EPS collected was used to make recycled-content packaging.
Pixels Without Borders Mail Back Program
Pixels Without Borders supports governing laws of all participating states for proper recycling, reuse, and refurbishment of retired electronics and a ban on certain types of electronic waste in landfills. We have implemented a Mail Back program in the United States and Canada to recycle Covered Electronic Devices (CEDs)*. For a comprehensive resource of all participating states and their legislation and local state recycling information, please click here.
Pixels Without Borders is also proud to support a no-charge Mail Back program. We partner with multi-faceted recycling and asset management companies to properly manage end-of-life unwanted electronic devices. We have thousands of locations throughout the United States and Canada to support your recycling need. To learn more about our Mail Back program or request a prepaid shipping label, please click here. A free label will be provided via email.
We welcome your feedback and comments. If you have any questions or suggestions, please email us at info@topooptix.com. Thank you for your interest and support to keep our environment clean and green!
Product End-of-Life Recycling Instructions
The document is intended for use by recyclers to facilitate end-of-life treatment. It provides disassembly instructions to remove the special handling materials, as defined by EU directive 2012/19/EU, WEEE.
Please find Product EOL Disassembly Instructions
Requirement communications are via info@topooptix.com.
Recyclers shall take the necessary measures to ensure that waste is disposed of, without endangering human health and harming the environment, in particular:
Without risk to water, air, soil and plants, and animals,
Without causing a nuisance through noise or odors,
Without adversely affecting the countryside or places of special interest.
For Greener Tomorrows
Pixels Without Borders believes in responsible recycling. At end of a product life, electronic products must be disposed in accordance with local laws and requirements. Please contact Pixels Without Borders or your local authorities for detailed information on how to recycle properly. We have provided some informative links below to help you properly recycle your electronic products according to your state’s laws and requirements.
For more information on Pixels Without Borders’ Go Green initiative, please visit our Environmental Policy Statement.
Environmental Policy Statement
Responsible corporate citizenship today means taking responsibility for future generations. When it comes to green computing, Pixels Without Borders leads by example. That’s why we were the first display manufacturer to offer a full line of eco-friendly LED displays. We are committed to sustainability, not just for our business but also for our global environment. That commitment is reflected in our industry leadership promoting eco-friendly business practices and product development. We employ environmentally responsible manufacturing and build energy-saving features into all of our products. As a result, we are certified and compliant with all major environmental standards.
The keys to our success have always included:
Continual improvement of our processes by monitoring technology and management practices to prevent pollution during the manufacture, storage, service, transportation, and disposal of our products throughout their life cycle
Compliance with relevant environmental legislation and regulations, and with other regulations affecting the design and production of our products as they arise
Establishing and reviewing environmental objectives, targets, performance evaluation procedures, and associated environmental indicators
Minimizing any adverse environmental impacts of new product development through the use of integrated environmental management procedures and planning
Encouraging the selection and use of environmentally qualified Suppliers and Vendors
Documenting and maintaining this policy as changes to environmental regulations occur
Training our employee-partners to conduct their activities in an environmentally responsible manner
Communicating this policy to all employee-partners, business associates, and interested parties in the public sector
These guiding principles summarized as “Recycle Solid Waste and Conserve Natural Resources,” set our goals for environmental responsibility and the performance required by all our organizations. To ensure success, the Director of Customer Care, Compliance & Supply Chain Management has the executive responsibility and authority to oversee and implement this policy at all Pixels Without Borders owned facilities in the North American region.
Save Energy, Save Money
Pixels Without Borders helps you save energy and money while helping the environment.
We build energy-saving features into all of our products. Here’s how you can save energy and money now.
Benefits of Eco-mode
(AVAILABLE ON LCDS AND PROJECTORS)
Save money with reduced power consumption
Reduce environmental impact with smaller carbon footprint
LCD MONITORS
User-selectable Eco-mode provides significant power savings
Eco-mode extends monitor lifespan substantially
Industry-leading energy efficiency with up to 60% less electricity than standard models
Save on annual energy costs per monitor (Calculate your savings today)
Latest models use advanced lighting to reduce power consumption
PROJECTORS
All projectors feature energy-saving Eco-mode
Extended lamp life and lower energy consumption
Full product line complies with environmental standards
DIGITAL SIGNAGE
All products meet environmental compliance standards
Energy-efficient technology uses significantly less power than alternatives
CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
We’re committed to sustainable operations through:
Renewable energy adoption
Smart facility management including:
• Motion-activated lighting systems
• Optimized climate control solutions
EPEAT
WHAT IS EPEAT?
EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) is a definitive global rating system for greener electronics. This independent registry helps purchasers in the public and private sectors evaluate, compare, and select electronic devices – including displays, desktops, and notebooks – based on verified environmental attributes.
EPEAT establishes clear, consistent environmental performance criteria across three tiers:
Bronze: Meets all required criteria
Silver: Meets required + at least 50% optional criteria
Gold: Meets required + at least 75% optional criteria
The system assesses products across their lifecycle on:
Reduction/elimination of environmentally sensitive materials
Material selection for recyclability
Product longevity and upgradability
Energy conservation
End-of-life management
Corporate performance
Packaging sustainability
Manufacturers use EPEAT to demonstrate environmental responsibility through third-party verification.
TCO Certified
ABOUT TCO CERTIFIED
TCO Certified is the world-leading sustainability certification for IT products in offices and data centers. This comprehensive third-party certification drives social and environmental sustainability throughout the product lifecycle, independent of industry or buyer influence.
Key features of TCO Certified:
Meets ISO 14024 Ecolabel Type 1 requirements
GENICES assessed and approved by Global Ecolabelling Network
Includes factory verification for:
• Safe working conditions
• Fair labor practices (wages, working hours)
• Worker health and safety complianceRequires corrective actions for all factory non-conformities
Covers full product lifecycle from manufacturing to disposal
Pixels Without Borders products meet TCO Certified standards. To verify certification status or learn more, visit the official TCO Certified website at tcocertified.com.
Be Responsible
Pixels Without Borders respects the environment and encourages sustainable practices.
The growing volume of waste in landfills is a global challenge. Pixels Without Borders is fully committed to being an environmentally responsible corporate citizen through comprehensive sustainability initiatives.
As an ISO 14001 certified organization, we:
Design for sustainability: Incorporate energy-saving features and create easy-to-disassemble products for recycling
Use recyclable materials: All products contain recyclable plastics at end-of-life
Prevent landfill waste: Ensure products don’t end in landfills through responsible recycling programs
Maintain strict partnerships: Work exclusively with certified recyclers who adhere to environmental standards
Enable product longevity: Design modular components for easy repair and replacement
Support repairability: Provide repair documentation and make spare parts available for 5+ years after production ends
Ensure responsible recycling: Audit partners to verify proper e-waste processing
Pixels Without Borders encourages you to participate in our product recycling program.
Corporate Accountability
We’re dedicated to:
Natural resource conservation
Greenhouse gas reduction
Transparent sustainability reporting (available on request)
Rigorous supplier standards for:
Ethical practices
Social responsibility
Environmental compliance
For spare parts inquiries or recycling information, contact us at info@topooptix.com.
Responsible Minerals Sourcing Policy
Policy for High-Risk Minerals
Where minerals such as tin, tantalum, tungsten, gold (3TG), and cobalt are mined in conflict-affected or high-risk areas such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and adjoining countries, revenue from these minerals can fund armed groups committing human rights atrocities. Minerals from such regions risk promoting conflict, rights violations, and environmental degradation.
Pixels Without Borders recognizes mining as an intensive process with social and environmental risks. We believe mineral extraction – including 3TG and cobalt from the DRC and other regions – must be responsibly managed.
Our Commitment:
We categorically reject complicity in human rights violations or environmental destruction. When sourcing minerals from conflict-affected areas, we:
Prohibit tolerating, profiting from, or facilitating human rights abuses
Refuse to support operations degrading socioeconomic or environmental stability
Require full supply chain compliance through our RMI membership
Implementation Framework:
Supplier Engagement
Mandate adherence to our Responsible Minerals Policy (aligned with RBA Code of Conduct)
Require promotion of compliance throughout supply chains
Mineral Prioritization
Focus due diligence on tin, tungsten, tantalum, gold, and cobalt
Due Diligence Enforcement
Require suppliers to conduct OECD-aligned due diligence
Mandate routine reporting using RMI tools for supply chain transparency
Verified Sourcing
Procure minerals exclusively from RMAP-verified smelters/refiners
Require proof of compliance throughout processing chains
Regulatory Vigilance
Continuously monitor global regulations (US, EU, etc.)
Proactively adapt practices to emerging requirements
Accountability:
As an RMI member, we maintain documentation of our due diligence processes. Our Responsible Minerals Report is available upon request via info@topooptix.com.