First Look: REI Co-op Swiftland MT Trail-Running Shoes Courtney Holden|June 1, 2023 REI’s first-ever trail runner introduces a line of footwear with a lighter footprint.
Good Gear: Inside the Cutting Edge Partnership Between Janji and 37.5® Technology Heather Balogh Rochfort|May 31, 2023 This collaboration combines thermoregulation and biodegradation for running gear that, according to lab tests, could quickly break down in landfills.
Good Gear: Dream On Jess Daddio|March 23, 2023 In part two of this Good Gear series, we dive into the latest of On’s green innovations, including their new CleanCloud running shoe foam.
Our Land REI Staff|September 19, 2022 A short documentary film introduces the Black environmentalists and residents who are fighting to protect Eagle Harbor, Maryland.
Life Cycle of a Jacket Sarah Grothjan|April 1, 2022 Tracing how a garment gets made can reveal a lot about the environmental impact of our gear—and what we can do to reduce it.
How to Take Climate Action Jenni Gritters|March 31, 2022 These 25 small steps can help make a difference.
Sustainability, Climate and Inclusion Factor Into New Standards From REI Sarah Grothjan|March 3, 2021 Under new co-op requirements, outdoor brands will work to operate more sustainably, while also ensuring they market and design products in an inclusive way.
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.
Good Gear: From Wasted Wool to Wearable Warmth Kelly Bastone|February 6, 2020 Swedish brand Fjallraven turns discarded wool into a ridiculously cozy jacket.
How to Reduce Your Impact As a Skier Lily Krass|January 24, 2020 We asked pro skiers and snowboarders for their tips on being more green.
Good Gear: Buy a Flannel, Help Save the Ocean Leslie Hsu Oh|December 6, 2019 Outdoor-lifestyle brand United By Blue prioritizes impact over sales.
