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Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), commonly known as REI, is a prominent retail trade service provider headquartered in the United States. Established in 1938, the company specialises in outdoor gear, apparel, and recreational equipment, serving a broad customer base across North America. REI’s core offerings include high-quality camping, hiking, cycling, and outdoor adventure products, distinguished by their durability and innovative design.
Operating across multiple regions within the US, REI has built a strong reputation for its commitment to sustainability and customer service excellence. As a leader in the outdoor retail industry, the company has achieved notable milestones, including a widespread network of stores and a thriving co-op membership model. Its focus on providing reliable, specialised equipment positions REI as a trusted name among outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
+22 vs industry average
Recreational Equipment’s score of 58 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Retail Trade Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Retail Trade Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2023, Recreational Equipment's reported Scope 1 emissions were approximately 5.95 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were around 27.12 million kg CO2e. For 2022, their Scope 1 emissions were about 5.86 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (location-based) were roughly 24.99 million kg CO2e. In 2019, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4.54 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of roughly 25.46 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 1.34 billion kg CO2e.
Recreational Equipment has set several climate commitments. The company is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) approved targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 47% within the same timeframe, and 41% of their suppliers by emissions, covering purchased goods and services, are expected to have science-based targets by 2025. Long-term SBTi targets involve reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2019 base year.
2030
47% reduction in Scope 1
REI commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 47% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
47% reduction in Scope 2
REI commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 47% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2050
REI commits to reach net-zero GHG emissions across the value…
REI commits to reach net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by 2050.
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