Sustainability

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REI Co-op Urges Washington Voters to Reject Ballot Initiative 2117

As a co-op, we often ask our members, employees and broader community to support policies that enable everyone to enjoy time outside. In recent years, we’ve collectively supported the protection of 246 million acres of U.S. lands and waters; $45 million in federal funding for safe trails to bike…

Oct 15, 2024

REI Co-op sets standard for sustainable warehousing with LEED v4 Platinum distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee

REI Co-op, a national specialty outdoor retailer, announced its newest distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee earned the prestigious LEED v4 Platinum Certification from the US. Green Building Council. This achievement marks the first certified facility of its kind in Tennessee and the largest…

Jul 29, 2024

REI Co-op opens state-of-the-art distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee that prioritizes the employee experience while setting a new standard in fighting the climate crisis

National specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op started fulfillment from its new state-of-the-art distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee supporting its steady growth in the Midwest and Southeast. The new distribution center will serve more than 60 stores and 5.6 million REI members in the area…

Oct 10, 2023

REI formalizes science-based climate targets; expands local and international climate leadership

Today, specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op announces that the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) has approved the co-op's net-zero targets. To work toward these goals, REI is expanding the ambitions of its climate leadership, enabling the deployment of renewable energy for both its own…

Oct 4, 2023

REI Co-op invites members to Re/Supply Clackamas grand opening celebration on September 2

REI Co-op is celebrating the opening of its second used outdoor gear and apparel store called REI Re/Supply Clackamas on Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store is at Clackamas Town Center at 11860 SE 82nd Avenue, Space K130, Happy Valley, OR 97086 and just off I-205 Exit 14.

Aug 8, 2023

REI Co-op to open Re/Supply store in Clackamas, Oregon in August 2023

Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a Re/Supply store dedicated to used gear and apparel in Clackamas, Oregon in late August 2023.

Jun 14, 2023

REI Supports New Public Lands Rule Elevating Conservation

Landscape photo of Grand Teton National Park

Jun 13, 2023

REI Co-op celebrates 10-year anniversary of 100% renewable power; announces commitment to power every store with local renewable energy

REI Co-op today celebrated its 10th year of powering all its stores, distribution centers, and offices with 100% renewable electricity. The specialty outdoor retailer is marking the anniversary with a commitment to increase access to renewable energy for everyone by sourcing locally generated…

Mar 28, 2023

REI Co-op Raises Bar for Companies Operating in Outdoor Industry: Releases New Product Standards for its 1,000+ Brand Partners to Advance Social and Environmental Practices

SEATTLE – REI Co-op is setting a new benchmark to advance more sustainable and inclusive business practices in the retail industry, with the release of its new Product Impact Standards. The standards provide a platform to engage REI’s 1,000+ brand partners as the co-op addresses its most…

Feb 21, 2023

Two people trail running across a fallen tree.

REI Co-op Statement on California PFAS Legislation

California is poised to enact a bill that would take effect on January 1, 2025 and prohibit the sale, manufacture, or distribution of many textile articles containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the state. The bill will impact a variety of product types sold at REI, including, but…

Sep 9, 2022