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Greg Gausewitz

Product Sustainability Manager

When he’s not working to elevate sustainability for all brands at REI, Product Sustainability Manager Greg Gausewitz enjoys surfing, canoeing, rowing, swimming, trail running, backpacking and cross-country skiing.

Latest Articles

  • Buying Advice

    What FSC Certification Is and Why You Should Look for It

    18 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

    Learn what Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification is, why it’s important and the types of products on which you might see the FSC logo.

  • Buying Advice

    Animal Welfare and Outdoor Gear

    52 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn how animal welfare issues, like the Responsible Down Standard and Responsible Wool Standard, relate to outdoor gear and clothing.

  • Buying Advice

    What is Organically Grown Cotton?

    17 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars

    Learn what organically grown cotton is and how you can find it in outdoor gear.

  • Buying Advice

    What is bluesign®?

    61 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn what bluesign-certified materials are, who the bluesign group is and what they're doing to produce clothing and gear more sustainably.