The Impact Of Returns

In 2020 consumers returned $428 billion in merchandise, much of which could not be returned to the retailers or brands inventory. Returns in the United States alone create 5 billion pounds of landfill waste and 15 million tons of carbon emissions annually, equivalent to the amount of trash produced by 5 million people in a year. Every return leaves an impact on our environment.

How We Are Helping

With a growing number of consumers considering a company’s environmental footprint before purchasing products, now more than ever, retailers and brands need to align themselves with reverse logistic partners that have the same sustainability values and priorities as they do.

R8 only invests, operates, and partners with companies that take accountability and prioritize sustainability when addressing returns.

Whether through reselling, recycling, or repurposing we provide technology and solutions that dramatically reduce the number of returns that end up in landfills.