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REI fails to commit to phasing out PFAS “forever chemicals” from products it makes and sells

May 17, 2022
REI leadership addressed PFAS problem in annual member meeting but ignored nationwide pressure to end the use of toxic PFAS Members, customers, and health advocates express disappointment in REI’s failure to take action to protect our health and environment 

REI members speak out: it’s time for toxic PFAS to take a hike!

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May 11, 2022
REI recently made headlines for the unionization of its workers at its flagship SoHo store in New York City, part of a nationwide trend of retail and warehouse workers unionizing. But, this is not the only pressing issue facing REI. 

Victory for the Public’s Right to Know about Asbestos

May 6, 2022
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed a rule to require comprehensive reporting on asbestos imports, use, and disposal. When finalized, the rule will require “manufacturers and producers of certain types of asbestos and asbestos-containing articles (including as an impurity) in the last four years to report certain exposure-related information, including quantities of asbestos manufactured […] 

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With Mother's Day and the REI member meeting around the corner, these moms (and dad) won't let a little rain stop them from gathering at the Seattle REI flagship to demand that REI stop polluting people and the planet with toxic #PFAS! ... See MoreSee Less

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There's still time to GiveBIG! Your donation today funds our work to advance the use of safer products, chemicals, and practices through science, organizing, advocacy, and consumer engagement. Thanks to donors like you, we are ensuring a healthier world for our children!www.wagives.org/organization/toxicfreefuture/welcome ... See MoreSee Less

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GiveBIG is here! This year, we hope you'll give big to Toxic-Free Future so that we can continue to protect people and the planet from harmful chemicals.And thanks to Toxic-Free Future’s current and former Board of Directors, we are excited to announce an $11,000 matching gift for donations made today and tomorrow, making your gift go even further! www.wagives.org/organization/toxicfreefuture/welcome ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

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PFAS in REI's outdoor apparel pollutes the environment, drinking water...even wildlife like orcas!REI claims to care about sustainability and the outdoors, but has failed to ban PFAS from its products. 🌎 This #earthweek, tell REI to stop polluting people and the planet! bit.ly/3vtVeQa ... See MoreSee Less

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We owe an incalculable debt of gratitude to Donald K. Ross for creating generations of organizers & advocates passionate about protecting people and the planet, including some of our staff. His work changed lives & laws & will be greatly missed. https://t.co/1TGmYuLcPl https://t.co/JYHcLDQD8S

- 4 hours ago

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“REI’s failure to commit to phasing out PFAS at its annual meeting was shocking given its commitment to sustainability and climate solutions." Laurie Valeriano, Executive Director of Toxic-Free Future. #BanPFAS #MindTheStore #ToxicFreeFuture MORE: https://t.co/qPRRlK65GE https://t.co/ngIuQbnkYD

- 17 hours ago

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REI's member meeting just got started! We'll be live tweeting over @SaferChemicals - tune in! #OptOutside #MindTheStore #REI

- 1 day ago

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💧 @REI will you address the #PFAS chemicals used in many products you sell at your member meeting tonight? Millions of people's drinking water is polluted with these toxic chemicals. We don't need more. Please #banPFAS from your stores now! https://t.co/DPMLZBJm2a https://t.co/oNLJrBa9E9

- 1 day ago

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In less than one hour, @REI will hold its annual member meeting. The question is: will #REI ban #PFAS to protect #Orcas and wildlife from #ForeverChemicals? #optoutside We'll be live tweeting the meeting over @SaferChemicals so follow us there this evening. https://t.co/KJ5LLU9vmK

- 1 day ago

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Hey @REI we want to hear your plan to #banPFAS at your upcoming member meeting! A study found these toxic #foreverchemicals in 100% of breast milk samples tested. 🤰 Chemicals that can pollute a baby's first food don't belong in the products you sell! https://t.co/YvUUTYkaH4 https://t.co/S6bSoR9E72

- 1 day ago

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🐋 🐻‍❄️ @REI where is your commitment to #banPFAS? These chemicals pollute orcas, polar bears & other wildlife. These toxic chemicals don't belong in the products you sell. We want to hear your plan to phase out #PFAS at the 5/16 member meeting!

- 1 day ago

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@SaferChemicals: Psssst - @REI's annual member meeting is tonight! We'll be following the meeting to see whether #REI will (finally) announce a ban on #PFAS #ForeverChemicals which over 110,000 REI customers are demanding. We'll be live-tweeting the mtg tonight at 9 PM ET! https://t.co/kWunUnGh1F

- 1 day ago

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📣 REI's annual member meeting is today, and over the last few weeks, scores of @REI members have spoken out demanding action on #PFAS! Read about it in our latest #MindTheStore blog: https://t.co/ylFvzOl7Yx #PFAS #ForeverChemicals #OptOutside https://t.co/vJdqrvyEtP

- 2 days ago

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📣 REI's annual member meeting is less than a week away, and over the last few weeks, scores of @REI members have spoken out demanding action on #PFAS! Read about it in our latest #MindTheStore blog: https://t.co/ylFvzOl7Yx #PFAS #ForeverChemicals #OptOutside https://t.co/XfaWNgxn9U

- 6 days ago

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