Ingka Sustainability Profile
Ingka Group, commonly known as Ingka, is a leading player in the global retail industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1982, the company operates primarily in the home furnishings sector, with a strong focus on providing affordable, stylish, and functional products. Ingka is best known for its extensive range of IKEA products, which include furniture, home accessories, and kitchen solutions, all designed with sustainability and innovation in mind. With a significant presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Ingka has established itself as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in sustainability and customer experience. The company is committed to creating a better everyday life for the many people, making it a trusted name in home living solutions. Ingka's dedication to quality and affordability sets it apart in a competitive landscape, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in the retail sector.
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Ingka's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ingka Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 21.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 95,102,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 42,713,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 21.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 22.4 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 90,507,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 53,945,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 22.3 billion kg CO2e. Ingka Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 85% by FY2030 from a FY2016 baseline. Additionally, they target a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per person by FY2030. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by FY2050, with a 90% reduction in total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) from the same baseline year. These targets are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability, including a commitment to source 100% renewable electricity by FY2025. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from their parent organization, Ingka Holding B.V., which oversees the IKEA brand's sustainability initiatives.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 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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Ingka's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ingka's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 29% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 59% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ingka's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ingka has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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