Published 03-27-07
Submitted by Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
SEATTLE, WA - March 27, 2007 "“ Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced at its annual membership meeting the release of its first stewardship report. The report, available online at www.rei.com/stewardship, provides a review of the co-op's social and environmental priorities and efforts for 2006, and includes short and long-term aspirations for improvement.
"Our 2006 stewardship report represents an effort to provide a comprehensive look at many areas of our business such as cooperative giving and volunteerism, employee benefits, environmental impacts and responsible sourcing," said Sally Jewell, REI president and CEO. "Through the process of developing our report, we committed to establishing baseline metrics and setting ambitious goals. We look forward to providing updates to our employees, members, communities and others on our progress."
The full report is being published online for convenience and in consideration of the required resources in printing a full report. To supplement the online content, a brochure that summarizes the co-op's actions will be available in REI stores starting April 2. The brochure can also be downloaded from REI's website, or requested by emailing stewardship@rei.com.
Highlights from REI's 2006 stewardship report include:
REI is an outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventure. Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI operates 90 retail stores in 26 states, two online stores "“ REI.com and REI-OUTLET.com "“ and an adventure travel company, REI Adventures. REI offers products from all of the top brands for camping, climbing, cycling, hiking, outdoor fitness, paddling, snowsports and travel, including its own line of award-winning gear and apparel. As an active supporter of the communities in which it does business, REI is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through education, volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.
REI is an outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventure. Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI operates retail stores nationwide, two online stores and an adventure travel company, REI Adventures. REI offers products from top brands for camping, climbing, cycling, hiking, outdoor fitness, paddling, snowsports and travel, including its own line of award-winning gear and apparel. REI is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through education, volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.
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