Inter IKEA Systems B.V., commonly known as IKEA, is a leading global retailer headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1943, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, revolutionising the furniture industry with its innovative flat-pack solutions and modern design aesthetics. Specialising in ready-to-assemble furniture, home accessories, and kitchenware, IKEA is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and affordability, making stylish living accessible to a wide audience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its iconic catalogue and the expansion of its e-commerce platform. With a market position as one of the largest furniture retailers worldwide, Inter IKEA Systems B.V. continues to set trends in the home furnishings sector, focusing on customer experience and environmental responsibility.
How does Inter IKEA Systems B.V'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.
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Inter IKEA Systems B.V's score of 30 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Inter IKEA Systems B.V. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 22,400,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2050, using 2016 as the base year. For near-term targets, IKEA commits to a 50% reduction in absolute emissions by 2030, with specific goals of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 82.1% and Scope 3 emissions from franchisees by 80% within the same timeframe. Additionally, IKEA plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 53% in FY2016 to 100% by FY2025, maintaining this commitment through 2030. The emissions data from previous years shows a consistent focus on reducing Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. For instance, in 2020, Scope 3 emissions were approximately 19,707,900,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions were significantly lower at about 129,574,000 kg CO2e and 311,895,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Overall, Inter IKEA Systems B.V. is actively working towards its net-zero target by 2050, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the retail sector.
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2012 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 116,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 598,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 32,479,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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