• 50% emissions reduction by 2030: Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, aims to cut absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by at least 50% by FY30 (from a FY16 baseline) and achieve net zero by FY50.
• Decarbonization roadmap: The plan outlines actionable steps across store operations, construction, mobility, and investments, identifying key emission sources and solutions.
• Urgent call for collaboration: Ingka urges policymakers, industries, and consumers to accelerate the transition to sustainability, stressing the need for bold action ahead of COP30.

Ingka Group today released its Net Zero Transition Plan, reinforcing its climate commitments and aligning with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target. The plan details a roadmap to significantly cut emissions through:

• Scaling zero-emission deliveries and renewable energy investments.
• Expanding renewable heating and cooling adoption.
• Enhancing governance with sustainability embedded in senior management decision-making.
• Assessing climate risks and opportunities, following the Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework.

Simon Henzell-Thomas, Climate & Nature Manager, Ingka Group: “As a multinational business, we have a responsibility to drive the transition to net zero. But we can’t do it alone. Climate change has no borders—we must collaborate across sectors to drive real change.”

Policy Push:

Ingka Group is calling on governments and industries to:

• Set ambitious climate plans aligned with 1.5°C.
• Phase out fossil fuels and accelerate renewable energy adoption.
• Implement short- and long-term policies to support sustainable transport, food systems, circularity, and responsible forestry.

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Progress So Far:

Since FY16, Ingka Group has reduced its total climate footprint by 30.1% across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions while growing its business by 23.7%. Key drivers include increased renewable electricity sourcing, energy efficiency improvements, and lower product volumes.

Karen Pflug, Chief Sustainability Officer, Ingka Group: “Sustainability has been central to IKEA since 1991. With this plan, we have a clearer roadmap to achieve our climate commitments. By being transparent about our challenges and innovation gaps, we aim to lead the industry toward a net-zero future.”

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