Ikea
IKEA, officially known as IKEA Group, is a global leader in the furniture and home goods industry, headquartered in Älmhult, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1943, the company has revolutionised the way consumers approach home furnishing with its innovative flat-pack design and affordable pricing. Operating in over 50 countries, IKEA offers a wide range of products, including ready-to-assemble furniture, kitchen appliances, and home accessories, all characterised by their modern Scandinavian aesthetic and functionality. Notable milestones include the introduction of the iconic Billy bookcase and the expansion of its sustainable product lines. With a strong market position, IKEA is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric design, making it a preferred choice for millions seeking stylish yet practical home solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ikea's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Ikea's score of 62 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ikea's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ikea reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,723,800,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 61,467,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 17,621,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 21,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. Ikea has set ambitious climate commitments, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint through various sustainability initiatives, although detailed plans or targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) have not been specified. The emissions data indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass the majority of a company's carbon footprint, particularly in the retail sector. This highlights the importance of addressing upstream and downstream activities in their supply chain to achieve meaningful reductions. Overall, Ikea's ongoing efforts to monitor and report on its carbon emissions demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, although further clarity on specific reduction targets would enhance their accountability in the fight against climate change.
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| 2010 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 123,015,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 695,170,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 29,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Ikea is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
