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IKEA Limited

IKEA Limited, a subsidiary of the globally renowned IKEA Group, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1943 in Sweden, IKEA has become a leader in the home furnishings industry, known for its innovative designs and affordable prices. The company specialises in ready-to-assemble furniture, kitchen appliances, and home accessories, offering a unique blend of functionality and style that appeals to a wide range of consumers. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, IKEA has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of eco-friendly product lines and a strong focus on circular economy practices. As a market leader, IKEA Limited continues to set trends in the retail sector, making it a go-to destination for those seeking stylish and practical home solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does IKEA Limited'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.

64

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

IKEA Limited's score of 64 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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IKEA Limited's reported carbon emissions

IKEA Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, reported significant carbon emissions in 2016, totalling approximately 39,161,131,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 209,484,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions reached approximately 621,932,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for a substantial 39,161,131,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by the use of sold products, which alone contributed about 14,682,507,000 kg CO2e. Despite the extensive emissions data, IKEA has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. As a major player in the retail sector, IKEA's climate commitments will be crucial in addressing global sustainability challenges.

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2016
Scope 1
209,484,000
Scope 2
621,932,000
Scope 3
39,161,131,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. IKEA Limited's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for IKEA Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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