- Supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather events (e.g., Hurricane Sandy).
- Limited availability of certified seafood and free-range eggs in certain markets.
- Challenges in accessing renewable energy at some IKEA Industry sites.
- Difficulties in achieving 100% IWAY approval for all local food suppliers.
- Complexity of ensuring compliance with working hour limits in the supply chain, particularly in Asia.
INGKA Holding B.V. and its controlled entities
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2014 reporting, INGKA Holding B.V. and its controlled entities disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 33.2 million tonnes of CO2e (estimated). By scope: Scope 1: 143.8K tCO2e; Scope 2: 614.0K tCO2e; Scope 3: 32.4M tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
33.2 million tonnes of CO2e (estimated)
2014
Renewable Energy
42% (of total energy consumption)
of total energy
Water Usage
6.5M m3
2014
Waste
477.7K tonnes
2014
Energy Use
4.3K GWh
2014
📊 Emissions by Scope (2014)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 143.8K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 614.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 32.4M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 33.2 million tonnes of CO2e (estimated) |
| 2013 | 28.3M tCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions from own operations by 24% compared to FY10 baseline.
- Increased renewable energy produced to 42% of total energy consumption.
- 41% of wood used sourced from more sustainable sources.
- 76% of cotton used sourced from more sustainable sources.
- Saved €66 million through energy efficiency efforts since FY10.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 50% at Pisa store, Italy.
- Achieve 70% renewable energy by FY15, 100% by FY20.
- 100% IWAY approval for all suppliers by FY15.
- Reduce carbon emissions from own operations by 50% by FY15.
📅 Medium-term
- 50% of wood from more sustainable sources by FY17.
- 100% of cotton from more sustainable sources by FY15.
- 100% of palm oil from certified segregated sustainable sources or replaced by FY15.
- 20% more energy efficient in own operations by FY15, 30% by FY20.
🔭 Long-term
- 100% of wood, paper, and cardboard from more sustainable sources by FY20.
- Produce as much renewable energy as consumed by FY20.
- 90% of waste recycled or energy recovered by FY20 (80% stores/distribution centers, 90% IKEA Industry).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeResource and Energy IndependencePeople and Communities