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Recreational Equipment

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Recreational Equipment, Inc. (commonly known as REI) is a leading outdoor retail co-operative headquartered in Kent, Washington, USA. Founded in 1938, REI has established itself as a prominent player in the outdoor recreation industry, serving customers across the United States with a focus on quality gear and apparel for activities such as hiking, camping, cycling, and climbing. REI is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, offering a unique selection of products that prioritise environmental responsibility. The co-operative model allows members to benefit from exclusive discounts and a share in the company’s profits, fostering a loyal customer base. With over 170 retail locations nationwide, REI continues to be a trusted source for outdoor enthusiasts, consistently recognised for its exceptional customer service and innovative approach to outdoor recreation.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Recreational Equipment's score of 52 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Recreational Equipment's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,073,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 6,010,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (location-based) totalled approximately 26,983,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to about 1,068,475,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 772,152,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (about 187,290,000 kg CO2e). REI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and value chain by 2030, with a base year of 2019. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, REI is committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), which includes a more stringent goal of reducing absolute emissions by 90% across all scopes by 2050. The near-term targets include a 47% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, alongside a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, REI aims for 41% of its suppliers, measured by emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2025. These commitments reflect REI's dedication to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.

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4,544,000
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Scope 2
25,457,000
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Scope 3
1,344,585,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Recreational Equipment's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Recreational Equipment is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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