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REI to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ From Its Products By 2026

REI to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ From Its Products By 2026

Outdoor retailer REI Co-op has announced new product standards for its more than 1,000 brand partners, including requirements for measuring greenhouse gas emissions and setting goals to reduce emissions; working toward equity with inclusive products and product sizes and equal pricing across sizes; and eliminating all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from cookware and textiles by Fall 2024.

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