Sustainability Commitments

Building a responsible technology future.

At Techrunic International, we recognize our responsibility to minimize environmental impact, support circular economy principles, and lead the infrastructure industry toward sustainable practices. Our commitments reflect our dedication to environmental stewardship and social accountability.

Effective date: January 1, 2024

1. Our sustainability vision

Techrunic International is committed to conducting business in ways that protect the environment, support resource conservation, and contribute positively to the communities where we operate. We believe that sustainable business practices are not only essential for planetary health, but also create long-term value for our customers, partners, and stakeholders.

2. Climate action and carbon reduction

We are committed to reducing our organizational carbon footprint through:

  • Tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions across our operations and supply chain.
  • Setting science-based emissions reduction targets aligned with global climate goals.
  • Optimizing logistics and transportation to reduce fuel consumption and modal carbon intensity.
  • Sourcing renewable energy for our facilities and encouraging partners to do the same.
  • Implementing energy efficiency improvements in our offices, warehouses, and integration labs.
  • Considering carbon offsets and nature-based solutions for emissions we cannot eliminate.

3. Circular economy and e-waste management

Techrunic supports the transition to a circular economy by promoting product reuse, refurbishment, and responsible recycling:

  • Encouraging customers to extend asset lifecycles through lifecycle management services.
  • Facilitating equipment refurbishment and remarketing to extend product value.
  • Partnering with certified e-waste recyclers and IT asset disposition (ITAD) specialists.
  • Meeting R2 (Responsible Recycling) certification standards for electronic waste handling.
  • Ensuring proper data sanitization and responsible material recovery from end-of-life equipment.
  • Tracking material recovery rates and working to minimize landfill waste.
  • Encouraging suppliers to implement take-back and recycling programs for their products.

4. Sustainable supply chain

We work with suppliers and partners who share our environmental values:

  • Requiring suppliers to meet environmental regulations and industry certifications (ISO 14001, etc.).
  • Assessing supplier environmental performance and supporting continuous improvement.
  • Prioritizing suppliers with demonstrated sustainable practices and environmental transparency.
  • Sourcing from responsible manufacturers with robust environmental management systems.
  • Selecting packaging materials that minimize waste and use recycled or recyclable content.
  • Encouraging local sourcing and regional distribution to reduce transportation impacts.
  • Collaborating with vendors on packaging innovation and waste reduction.

5. Resource conservation and waste reduction

We are committed to minimizing resource consumption and generating less waste:

  • Implementing comprehensive recycling and composting programs across facilities.
  • Reducing single-use materials and transitioning to reusable alternatives.
  • Minimizing paper consumption through digital-first document management and operations.
  • Optimizing packaging design to reduce material volume and excess.
  • Monitoring and reporting on waste generation metrics and reduction progress.
  • Educating employees on resource conservation and waste prevention practices.
  • Evaluating and reducing water consumption in our facilities.

6. Sustainable infrastructure design

Through our services and solutions, we help customers build environmentally responsible infrastructure:

  • Recommending energy-efficient hardware and cooling solutions to minimize operational power consumption.
  • Designing infrastructure for longevity and upgradability to extend asset lifecycles.
  • Supporting workload consolidation and virtualization to reduce physical footprints.
  • Integrating renewable energy and power optimization strategies into customer designs.
  • Assessing power usage effectiveness (PUE) and helping customers improve data center efficiency.
  • Advising on server refresh strategies that balance performance, cost, and environmental impact.
  • Promoting modular and scalable architectures that reduce overprovisioning.

7. Conflict minerals and responsible sourcing

We are committed to responsible mineral sourcing that respects human rights and environmental standards:

  • Complying with conflict minerals regulations (Dodd-Frank Act Section 1502) and equivalent rules globally.
  • Conducting supply chain due diligence to identify minerals sourced from conflict-affected regions.
  • Working with suppliers who demonstrate commitment to conflict-free mineral sourcing.
  • Supporting traceability programs that improve supply chain transparency and accountability.
  • Collaborating with industry initiatives to advance responsible mineral sourcing standards.

8. Water stewardship

We recognize the importance of water conservation and quality:

  • Minimizing water consumption in our facilities and operations.
  • Implementing water-efficient technologies and fixtures in our offices and warehouses.
  • Monitoring water usage and setting reduction targets.
  • Ensuring proper treatment of wastewater and preventing contamination.
  • Partnering with suppliers who demonstrate water stewardship practices.
  • Supporting water conservation initiatives in communities where we operate.

9. Biodiversity and ecosystem protection

We support the protection of natural ecosystems and biodiversity:

  • Evaluating and minimizing our impact on biodiversity in areas where we operate.
  • Supporting land stewardship and habitat restoration initiatives.
  • Encouraging suppliers to avoid operations that harm endangered species or protected habitats.
  • Participating in conservation partnerships and industry collaborations.
  • Advocating for environmental policy that protects ecosystems and natural resources.

10. Transparency and accountability

We are committed to transparent reporting and accountability for our sustainability performance:

  • Conducting regular sustainability assessments and reporting on progress against targets.
  • Publishing sustainability metrics and data to stakeholders annually.
  • Pursuing third-party certifications and audits to validate our sustainability claims.
  • Responding to sustainability surveys and disclosure requests from customers and investors.
  • Maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders about challenges and opportunities.
  • Setting science-based targets and publicly committing to emissions reduction goals.

11. Employee engagement and culture

We empower our employees to contribute to sustainability goals:

  • Educating employees on environmental issues and sustainable business practices.
  • Encouraging employee participation in environmental initiatives and volunteer programs.
  • Supporting employee suggestions for sustainability improvements.
  • Providing incentives and recognition for sustainable practices and innovation.
  • Fostering a culture where sustainability is embedded in decision-making at all levels.
  • Offering professional development on sustainability topics and green certifications.

12. Customer collaboration and education

We work with customers to advance sustainability across the infrastructure industry:

  • Providing guidance on environmentally responsible infrastructure decisions.
  • Sharing best practices for energy efficiency, waste reduction, and circular economy principles.
  • Supporting customer sustainability reporting and ESG goal achievement.
  • Offering lifecycle assessments and environmental impact analysis for solutions.
  • Collaborating on joint sustainability initiatives and innovation projects.
  • Hosting webinars and educational sessions on green infrastructure practices.

13. Sustainable facilities and operations

We manage our facilities and operations with environmental responsibility in mind:

  • Maintaining office and warehouse facilities that meet or exceed energy efficiency standards.
  • Using LED lighting and occupancy sensors to minimize electricity consumption.
  • Optimizing HVAC systems and investing in renewable energy where feasible.
  • Implementing sustainable practices in integration labs, including power optimization.
  • Sourcing green cleaning products and sustainable office supplies.
  • Encouraging sustainable commuting options and reducing business travel through digital collaboration.

14. Industry collaboration and advocacy

We engage with industry partners and policymakers to advance sustainability:

  • Participating in industry associations and sustainability initiatives.
  • Supporting development of environmental standards and best practices for the technology sector.
  • Advocating for policies that encourage sustainable business practices and environmental protection.
  • Collaborating with competitors and partners on sustainability challenges and solutions.
  • Sharing learnings and innovation with the broader industry community.

15. Continuous improvement

Sustainability is an ongoing journey of continuous improvement:

  • Regularly reviewing and updating sustainability commitments based on emerging science and best practices.
  • Setting ambitious but achievable targets with regular progress reviews.
  • Investing in innovation and technology to enhance our environmental performance.
  • Learning from mistakes and incorporating lessons into our operations.
  • Engaging stakeholders for feedback and input on sustainability priorities.
  • Building organizational capacity and expertise in sustainability management.

16. Governance and accountability

Sustainability is embedded into our organizational governance:

  • Board-level oversight of sustainability strategy and performance.
  • Accountability mechanisms for sustainability goal achievement across departments.
  • Integration of sustainability metrics into performance evaluations and incentives.
  • Regular reporting to stakeholders on sustainability progress and challenges.
  • Risk assessment and management of environmental and sustainability-related issues.
  • Commitment to science-based target setting and transparent progress reporting.

17. Contact and engagement

We welcome questions, feedback, and partnership opportunities related to our sustainability commitments:

Email: sustainability@techrunic.com
Phone: +1 (206) 289-0606
Mailing address: Techrunic International LLC, 600 1st Ave, Ste 102 PMB 2044, Seattle, WA 98104, United States