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.
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In 2024, Ikea reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 800,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 19,000,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including all relevant scopes. Ikea has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to reduce carbon emissions from transport by 50% by 2030 compared to the financial year 2016. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving zero-emission solutions for all product transports and home deliveries by 2040. In the near term, Ikea aims to use electric vehicles or other zero-emission solutions for home deliveries in specific regions by 2025. In terms of achievements, Ikea Switzerland has successfully reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 64% since FY16, demonstrating significant progress towards its sustainability goals. Furthermore, the company has set a target to reduce emissions from product end-of-life by 30% by FY30 compared to FY16. Ikea's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Ingka AB, which oversees the broader sustainability initiatives and targets. This corporate structure supports Ikea's commitment to reducing its overall climate impact while continuing to grow its business sustainably.
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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 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 695,170,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 29,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Ikea is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.