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REI

category

Gear + Lifestyle

first certified

2021

current certification year

2025

About The Climate Label

Companies with The Climate Label provide products and services that are better for the climate, because they account for the greenhouse gas emissions from operating their business.

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01

Emissions

REI measured its GHG emissions in order to understand its impact on the climate and inform its plans to reduce GHGs over time.

Total 2024 GHG Emissions

205,731

tCO2e

(location-based)

Roughly equal to driving 45,878 gas-powered cars for one year

0.05

kgCO2e

per dollar of revenue

Emissions intensity

REI's emissions inventory uses a mix of spending and activity-based data. An independent third party verification ensures accuracy and completeness of the inventory. The Change Climate team reviews the submission for compliance with the Standard.

Emissions Intensity (kgCO2e per dollar of revenue)

Emissions year

Note: The chart shows market-based emissions totals.

02

Funding for Climate Solutions

REI is funding a portfolio of projects to support the climate transition. This portfolio includes specific actions within their operations, as well as projects elsewhere around the world.

Total climate funding

$5,422,906

+ $2,741,686 above minimum requirement, based on a carbon fee of $15 per tonne

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Climate Project Portfolio

These are the projects that REI funded over the past year to reduce emissions in their operations, supply chain, and around the world.

Climate Projects

VCA

Type

Low-carbon material purchase

Project Details

Recycled Nylon

Total Spent

$1,570,201

VCA

Type

Low-carbon material purchase

Project Details

Recycled Polyester

Total Spent

$1,562,961

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Charcoal Stoves in Kenya

Project Type

Energy Efficiency

Total Spent

$744,457 ($12.25/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Charcoal Stoves in Kenya

Project Type

Energy Efficiency

Total Spent

$633,440 ($7.95/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Anneewakee Forest Preserve

Project Type

Forestry

Total Spent

$223,380 ($36/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

140 MW Solar Photovoltaic Project in Rajasthan

Project Type

Renewable Energy

Total Spent

$124,205 ($4.50/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Finite Carbon - AMC Maine Woods Initiative IFM

Project Type

Forestry

Total Spent

$106,164 ($18/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

140 MW Solar Photovoltaic Project in Rajasthan

Project Type

Renewable Energy

Total Spent

$69,971 ($4.50/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Guoluo Grassland Sustainable Management Project

Project Type

Grasslands

Total Spent

$65,250 ($11.25/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Winston Creek Forest Carbon Project (WA)

Project Type

Forestry

Total Spent

$50,562 ($18/tonne)

BVC

Type

Carbon credit

Project Details

Finite Carbon - AMC Maine Woods Initiative IFM

Project Type

Forestry

Total Spent

$7,236 ($18/tonne)

OC

Type

Supplier engagement initiatives & collaborations

Project Details

CEBA Clean Energy Procurement Academy

Total Spent

$150,000

OC

Type

Software

Project Details

Microsoft Sustainability Manager

Total Spent

$43,680

OC

Type

Net-zero consulting services

Project Details

Scope 3 Consulting

Total Spent

$31,000

OC

Type

Net-zero consulting services

Project Details

Energy Efficiency Audit

Total Spent

$11,000

OC

Type

Climate policy advocacy

Project Details

Asian Clean Energy Coalition

Total Spent

$10,000

OC

Type

Net-zero consulting services

Project Details

Supplier Rooftop Solar Consulting

Total Spent

$10,000

OC

Type

Net-zero consulting services

Project Details

Supplier GHG Reduction Plan Consulting

Total Spent

$9,400

03

Reduction Plans

As part of its climate transition planning, REI has established near-term actions to reduce GHG emissions within the next 12-24 months.

Active

Source of emissions

Supply chain energy use

Action

We plan to phase out coal usage in REI Tier 1 and nominated Tier 2 mills to reduce manufacturing emissions from REI Co-op products.

Status

In progress


Complete By

Q4 2025

Scope

Scope 3

Source of emissions

Raw materials

Action

We plan to scale the use of low-carbon aluminum and continue to explore other next-generation low-carbon materials.

Status

Newly set


Complete By

Q1 2025

Scope

Source of emissions

Upstream shipping

Action

We plan to participate in the inaugural tender for clean fuel ocean freight insets via ZEMBA (Zero Emissions Maritime Buyers Alliance)

Status

Newly set


Complete By

Q1 2025

Scope

Source of emissions

Energy at offices or controlled facilities

Action

We plan to pilot an HVAC electrification retrofit at 1 store in '25 and will utilize learnings to create a broader plan for electrification ...read more

Status

Newly set


Complete By

Q1 2025

Scope

Completed

Source of emissions

Supply chain energy use

Action

We will work with our manufacturing partners to reduce emissions associated with energy use within our manufacturing supply chain.

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2022

Scope

Scope 3

Source of emissions

Raw materials

Action

We will reduce emissions associated with the manufacturing of materials used in Co-Op Brands products.

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2022

Scope

Scope 3

Source of emissions

Electricity

Action

We will reduce the location-based carbon emissions from the electricity we purchase for our owned and leased operations, including our retai ...read more

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q1 2022

Scope

Scope 2

Source of emissions

Raw materials

Action

We plan to explore pathways for adopting preferred, lower-carbon fibers across 100% of REI Co-op Brand materials.

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2023

Scope

Scope 3

Source of emissions

Electricity

Action

We plan to develop the next generation of REI’s renewable energy strategy, focused on increasing beneficial environmental and social impacts ...read more

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2023

Scope

Scope 2

Source of emissions

Electricity

Action

We will complete at least one transaction in 2023 for a long-term renewable energy offtake that will align with our goals to make renewable ...read more

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2023

Scope

Scope 2

Source of emissions

Electricity

Action

We will reduce the location-based carbon emissions from the electricity we purchase for our owned and leased operations, including our retai ...read more

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2024

Scope

Scope 2

Source of emissions

Operational waste

Action

We plan to achieve Zero Waste (diverting 90% of waste from landfill) across our operations by 2024.

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2024

Scope

Scope 3

Source of emissions

Raw materials

Action

Transition 45% polyester to recycled content across Co-op Brand products.

Status

Completed


Complete By

Q4 2025

Scope

Scope 3

Emissions reduction targets

REI has set a long-term target to reduce GHG emissions.

Active

Target

We commit to reducing 2019 Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions 55% by 2030.

REI is a different kind of company. As a co-op, we put purpose before profits and act in the long-term interests of our members and community. We also believe that the climate crisis remains the largest existential threat to our members' ability to enjoy the outdoors and the survival of our co-op. In 2020, we committed to reducing our footprint by 55% by 2030. We believe an absolute reduction target grounded in science is essential, and that we must account for the cost of the carbon we emit today en route to 2030. We also know that we can accomplish more when we work together in pursuit of a common goal. We see Change Climate as a valuable convener and enabler in fighting the climate crisis, and we are thrilled to be a certified brand.

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