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IKEA A/S
IKEA A/S, commonly known as IKEA, is a global leader in the furniture and home goods industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1943, the company has grown to become synonymous with affordable, stylish, and functional design, operating in numerous regions worldwide, including Europe, North America, and Asia. IKEA's core offerings include ready-to-assemble furniture, kitchen appliances, and home accessories, all characterised by their innovative designs and sustainability initiatives. The brand is renowned for its unique flat-pack shipping model, which not only reduces costs but also minimises environmental impact. With a strong market position, IKEA has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest furniture retailers globally. Its commitment to quality, affordability, and customer experience continues to set it apart in the competitive home furnishings sector.
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IKEA A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), has set ambitious climate commitments to address its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. IKEA aims to reduce absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by at least 15% by FY2030, using FY2016 as the base year. The Inter IKEA Group has committed to an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, while the Ingka Group, which operates IKEA retail, has also pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, the Inter IKEA Group plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from production at direct suppliers by 80% by FY2030. Both groups are targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per person for customer and co-worker travel and home deliveries by FY2030. In terms of long-term goals, IKEA has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by FY2050. This includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from the FY2016 baseline by FY2050. Additionally, IKEA plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 53% in FY2016 to 100% by FY2025 and maintain this commitment through 2030. These targets are part of IKEA's broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The data and commitments are cascaded from the parent company, IKEA A/S, reflecting a unified approach to sustainability across its corporate family.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,070,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,420,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 299,890,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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