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REI Releases Sixth Annual Stewardship Report

National outdoor gear and apparel retailer REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) today released its sixth annual stewardship report. The report details the company’s efforts to address its operational impact on the environment, protect outdoor natural spaces, and provide an inclusive and rewarding…

Apr 23, 2012

Audubon and REI Foundation Expand Innovative Nature Education Program

The National Audubon Society and The REI Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by outdoor gear and apparel retailer REI, are kicking off the second phase of an innovative collaboration launched last year. The initiative seeks to make hands-on nature experiences engaging and…

Jun 30, 2011

REI’s 2010 Stewardship Report Highlights Environmental Sustainability, Community Connections and Workplace Engagement

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national outdoor gear and apparel retailer, released its fifth annual stewardship report, detailing the company's progress in calendar year 2010 to address its operational environmental impact, efforts to protect outdoor spaces, and performance in providing an…

Jun 1, 2011

REI Announces Green Energy Project Grant

REI Adventures, a leader in worldwide guided active adventure programs, announced that a grant of $87,000 has been awarded to Nepal SEEDS, a nonprofit organization focused on improving social, educational and environmental development. The grant, made possible through REI’s partnership with…

Apr 28, 2011

REI’s 2009 Stewardship Report Highlights Environmental Sustainability, Community Connections and Workplace Engagement

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national co-op providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, released its fourth annual stewardship report, which details the company’s progress to address its operational environmental impact, efforts to introduce people to nature and protect outdoor spaces…

Sep 8, 2010

REI Adventures Teams with Conservation Volunteers International Program to Launch Volunteer Expeditions

REI Adventures (REI Adventures), a leader in worldwide guided active adventure programs, today announced its collaboration with Conservation Volunteers International Program (Conservation VIP), a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving iconic destinations and cultural sites around the world…

Mar 15, 2010

REI Round Rock and Lincoln Park Stores Awarded LEED® Gold Rating by USGBC

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), the national outdoor gear and clothing retail cooperative, today announced that its stores in Round Rock, Texas and Lincoln Park, Ill. have been awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification for Commercial Interiors from the U.S…

Sep 27, 2009

REI’s Annual Stewardship Report Highlights Co-op’s Social and Environmental Work

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced Ivar Chhina has been named the company’s chief financial officer.

Sep 8, 2009

REI Recognized by Financial Times and JustMeans for its Comprehensive Stewardship Efforts

Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation’s largest consumer cooperative, today announced 2008 sales of $1.4 billion, an increase of 6.9 percent from the previous year.

Mar 12, 2009

REI Boulder Awarded LEED® Gold Rating by the U.S. Green Building Council

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the national outdoor gear and clothing retail cooperative, today announced that its prototype store in Boulder, Colo. has been awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Feb 5, 2009