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Recreational Equipment

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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61

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Recreational Equipment's score of 61 is higher than 98% 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 2023, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,185,496,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,951,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 27,124,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. REI has set ambitious near-term goals, aiming for a 47% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Notably, REI is also committed to ensuring that 41% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2025. Long-term, REI aims for a significant reduction of 90% in absolute emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050, again referencing the 2019 baseline. These targets align with the science-based targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect REI's dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainability within the retail sector.

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Scope 1
3,995,000
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Scope 2
26,762,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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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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