Good Gear: “Climate Neutral” Label Helps Consumers Shop Their Values Phuong Le|October 1, 2020 After going carbon neutral, founders of Peak Design and BioLite urge others do the same. Their nonprofit certifies brands that measure, reduce and offset their greenhouse gas emissions.
REI’s New Climate Commitment Includes Pledge to Halve its Carbon Footprint by 2030 Sarah Grothjan|September 24, 2020 The co-op plans to reduce its carbon footprint 55 percent by 2030 and offset its emissions beginning with 2020.
Eric Artz: The Fight at the Intersection of People and Planet Eric Artz|September 24, 2020 REI Co-op President and CEO Eric Artz says we must address the greatest existential threat to the future of life outdoors and the co-op: the climate crisis.
Eric Artz: Supporting the Great American Outdoors Act Eric Artz|July 21, 2020 REI Co-op President and CEO Eric Artz says it's critical that we unite again around the value of our great outdoors and pass this important bill.
REI CEO Eric Artz Hosts Outdoor Recreation Discussion with Senators Heinrich and Gardner REI Staff|June 24, 2020 The virtual fireside chat focused on bipartisan support for recreation infrastructure and maintenance backlogs, including a nearly $20 billion legislative package recently passed by the Senate.
How to Support Organizations Working Toward a More Inclusive Outdoor Community REI Staff|June 16, 2020 We are challenging ourselves and co-op members to do more: Listen, learn, reflect, speak up and act against racial injustice in the larger society as well as in the outdoors.
What to Expect from Climate Conversations in 2020 Sarah Grothjan|December 26, 2019 Though the year is winding down, conversations about how to address a changing climate are underway. Here’s what you need to know about climate policy as we kick off the new decade.
New Mexico’s White Sands Becomes America’s Newest National Park REI Staff|December 21, 2019 The 140,000-plus-acre park protects the world’s largest gypsum dune field.
Policy Rollback Could Mean More Development in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest Sarah Grothjan|December 13, 2019 The public has until Dec. 17 to weigh in on a proposal to exempt the Tongass National Forest from a rule that has largely protected it from development for more than a decade.
What Is Eco-Anxiety? Jenni Gritters|December 12, 2019 Forms of climate change-driven depression and anxiety are on the rise, according to new studies.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change Sarah Grothjan|December 6, 2019 Because discussing a warming climate doesn’t have to be scary.
