Op-Ed: Why Communities Need One-Time Emergency Park Funding Diane Regas|January 15, 2021 Local parks too often are deemed a privilege or luxury, when they should be a right. We’re calling on Congress to include a one-time $500 million investment in parks in future economic stimulus legislation.
REI Co-op Update On Our Racial Equity Commitments REI Staff|December 9, 2020 Over the summer, REI shared its commitments in the fight for racial equity at the co-op and outdoor industry. Read an update on this work.
President Trump Signs Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act into Law REI Staff|December 7, 2020 In a win for veterans, President Trump Sunday signed into law the Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act as part of the Veterans COMPACT Act, which will make it easier for veterans to use the outdoors as part of their medical treatment and therapy.
Yes, There Are Still Bison in America. Here’s Where to See Them. Alexandra Marvar|November 11, 2020 The conservation story of the American bison is still unfolding. Today, some 20,000 bison in this country are free-roaming wildlife.
A New Bill Could Provide Better Outdoor Recreation Programs for Veterans Jenni Gritters|November 10, 2020 The Senate today unanimously passed the Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act, which would expand opportunities for veterans to access the outdoors for their health & well-being.
Good Gear: “Climate Neutral” Label Helps Consumers Shop Their Values Phuong Le|October 1, 2020 After going carbon neutral, founders of Peak Design and BioLite urge others do the same. Their nonprofit certifies brands that measure, reduce and offset their greenhouse gas emissions.
On Board a Sailing Expedition to Study Plastic Pollution Clare Murphy|September 25, 2020 An all-women crew of scientists, sailors, artists and others embark on a global voyage to research the threats of plastic pollution on humans and ocean ecosystems.
REI’s New Climate Commitment Includes Pledge to Halve its Carbon Footprint by 2030 Sarah Grothjan|September 24, 2020 The co-op plans to reduce its carbon footprint 55 percent by 2030 and offset its emissions beginning with 2020.
Eric Artz: The Fight at the Intersection of People and Planet Eric Artz|September 24, 2020 REI Co-op President and CEO Eric Artz says we must address the greatest existential threat to the future of life outdoors and the co-op: the climate crisis.
Rethinking Access to the Outdoors Amid a Pandemic REI Staff|September 23, 2020 Eric Artz joins two BIPOC leaders from the outdoor community for a discussion about COVID, the healing power of the outdoors, and equity.
A Major Environmental Law Just Changed. Here’s What You Need to Know. Sarah Grothjan|August 14, 2020 The administration's revisions to the National Environmental Policy Act will limit public review in favor of speeding up permitting processes.
President Trump Signs the Great American Outdoors Act into Law REI Staff|August 4, 2020 President Trump signed into law the Great American Outdoors Act, which will allocate billions to public lands.