ViewSonic WorkPro VG2456 Achieves EPEAT 2.0 Certification for Energy Efficiency

ViewSonic introduced the WorkPro VG2456 monitor in 2024. The company positioned the display as a top 20% energy-efficient option in the market. ViewSonic achieved this efficiency by reducing power consumption to 24 watts. The monitor meets Energy Star requirements with a 10% lower power draw than the standard. It also earned a Grade D Energy Efficiency Index rating. The packaging for the device contains 80% recyclable materials.

Bob Mitchell, the CEO of the Global EPEAT Council, highlighted the significance of the product's certification. He stated that EPEAT 2.0 is based on developments from over 20 years ago. Mitchell noted that EPEAT provides a long-term roadmap for the technology sector. He expressed gratitude to early partners like ViewSonic for their contributions. Ernest Huang, ViewSonic's Quality and Sustainability Development Director, also commented on the achievement. Huang described the EPEAT 2.0 certification as a crucial step toward more sustainable innovation. He emphasized that this certification reflects ViewSonic's ongoing commitment to sustainability.

The WorkPro VG2456 focuses heavily on environmental standards rather than raw performance metrics. ViewSonic secured the Grade D rating for its energy efficiency index. The company also ensured that the majority of the packaging materials are recyclable. These efforts align with the broader goals of the Global EPEAT Council and the Science Based Targets Initiative. The monitor represents a specific approach to display manufacturing that prioritizes energy conservation.

WorkPro VG2456 monitor secures EPEAT 2.0 certification and 10% below Energy Star power draw

The WorkPro VG2456 demonstrates how manufacturers can integrate sustainability into standard office hardware. ViewSonic achieved a 10% power reduction below Energy Star standards for this model. The device consumes only 24 watts of power during operation. The company claims the monitor ranks in the top 20% of energy-efficient displays currently available. This achievement supports the long-term roadmap described by the Global EPEAT Council. ViewSonic continues to prioritize sustainability in its product development process.