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REI Statement: Support for the LGBTQ+ community throughout Pride Month and beyond

Each year, Pride Month is a time to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community, while acknowledging the continued fight for equality. In 2023, more than 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been introduced and at least 70 have passed state legislatures across the country. These…

Jun 2, 2023

Two people standing on rocks underneath a rainbow in the desert.

Election Results at REI Durham Store

On Thursday, May 25, employees at our Durham, North Carolina store participated in an in-person election to determine whether they would be represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. The initial vote tally in the Durham election is 20 votes for union representation…

May 25, 2023

Landscape photo featuring the North Rim of the Grand Canyon

Election Results at REI Boston Store

On Monday, May 15, employees at our Boston, Massachusetts store participated in an in-person election to determine whether they would be represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. The initial vote tally in the Boston election is 44 votes for union representation and…

May 15, 2023

Aerial view of Big South Fork Cumberland River.

Election Results at REI Lincoln Park Store

On Thursday, May 4, employees at our Lincoln Park, Illinois store participated in an in-person election to determine whether they would be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. The initial vote tally in the Lincoln Park election is 41 votes for union representation and 8…

May 4, 2023

Landscape image depicting tall grass with a body of water in the background.

REI Co-op celebrates 10-year anniversary of 100% renewable power; announces commitment to power every store with local renewable energy

REI Co-op today celebrated its 10th year of powering all its stores, distribution centers, and offices with 100% renewable electricity. The specialty outdoor retailer is marking the anniversary with a commitment to increase access to renewable energy for everyone by sourcing locally generated…

Mar 28, 2023

REI celebrates designation of two new national monuments

REI Co-op applauds the Biden Administration for designating Avi Kwa Ame National Monument and Castner Range National Monument, which will collectively protect half a million acres of public land, secure vital cultural resources for tribal and Latinx communities, and provide access to recreation.

Mar 21, 2023

Photo of mountain with Joshua Trees in the foreground

Election Results at REI Cleveland Store

On Friday, March 3, employees at our Cleveland, Ohio store participated in an in-person election to determine whether they would be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. The initial vote tally in the Cleveland election is 27 votes for union representation and 12 votes…

Mar 3, 2023

REI Co-op Raises Bar for Companies Operating in Outdoor Industry: Releases New Product Standards for its 1,000+ Brand Partners to Advance Social and Environmental Practices

SEATTLE – REI Co-op is setting a new benchmark to advance more sustainable and inclusive business practices in the retail industry, with the release of its new Product Impact Standards. The standards provide a platform to engage REI’s 1,000+ brand partners as the co-op addresses its most…

Feb 21, 2023

Two people trail running across a fallen tree.

Restructuring Our Headquarters

The following message was shared with all employees on 1/31/23.

Jan 31, 2023

REI Co-op COVID-19 Health & Safety Standards

All REI stores are open to customers. We will continue taking precautions to ensure the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities as we have done through the pandemic. This includes providing clear guidance for customers on how to shop or do curbside pickup, and continuing to…

Dec 15, 2022