Media Release
Friday 16th March 2012
Inspirational ideas for the eco-conscious kitchen
The modern home cook is more conscious than ever before of reducing their environmental impact through the produce they buy, the way it’s transported and stored and how food is prepared in their kitchen.
People increasingly like to know where their food is from, which has led to the popularity of local farmers markets and more people choosing organic food.
IKEA has witnessed this trend globally and responded with its own range of organic foods including jams, pasta and drinks.
IKEA has been working hard in all parts of the food chain, from the farm to the store, to offer food products that people can trust.
This approach has enabled IKEA to offer products that are UTZ Certified, which in the case of their coffee for example means it can be traced all the way back to the plantations. The same goes for IKEA 70% Dark Chocolate bars.
The provenance of these products can be traced at www.utzcertified.org/ikea
IKEA Adelaide Food and Beverage Manager Mr Alex Riach said the entire range of IKEA Organic Food products are produced without chemical pesticides or fertilisers.
“IKEA also has a strict code of conduct for the way we purchase food called IWAY,” said Mr Riach.
“For example, to improve the animal welfare standards in farms that supply to IKEA’s food business, IKEA has partnered with the international charity Compassion in World Farming (CIWF). IKEA also works with WWF (World Wildlife Fund) for environmentally, socially and economically responsible salmon farming.
“IWAY outlines the social, working and environmental conditions that an IKEA food supplier must comply with in order to be partners with us.
“These conditions include the reduction of waste, which is a cornerstone of the IKEA philosophy, and as such is a commitment also made by our suppliers.”
The reduction of waste is one of the highest priorities in the design, manufacture, transportation and storage of IKEA products.
All IKEA Kitchens are flat packed, which significantly reduces the environmental impact of their manufacture and transportation. IKEA Kitchens and appliances have been designed to help homes conserve resources like water, electricity and gas and keep food waste to a minimum.
However, it’s the less noticeable things in IKEA Kitchens that can make a significant, daily difference to our environment in homes throughout the world.
All IKEA taps, for example, are aerated to reduce water flow without affecting pressure.
IKEA’s range of LED lights use 85% less energy, last longer and emit more light per watt than incandescent light bulbs. IKEA stopped selling incandescent light bulbs more than two years before legislation was introduced restricting their manufacture and sale in Australia. In fact, on 1 October 2008, Adelaide and Perth became the first two IKEA stores in the world to cease selling traditional incandescent light bulbs as part of a global phase-out.
Other simple solutions which include STABIL stacked steamers, STABIL inserts and the DILLKOTT pressure cooker reduces cooking time and energy waste.
Good storage has always been a key area of focus for IKEA. It is estimated globally that 25% of all food taken into every household is thrown away. Good food storage is therefore essential and IKEA offers some very smart solutions for the sustainable kitchen.
IKEA has a wide range of storage containers to keep food fresh and ensure it lasts longer. The RARITET, IKEA 365+ and PRUTA products are among the most popular. IKEA knows that some waste is unavoidable but encourages the responsible disposable and recycling of waste.
The RATIONELL and SORTERA waste sorting bins provide separate compartments for compostable food waste, general waste and recyclable plastics, glass and cardboard.
The RATIONELL system fits neatly inside kitchen cupboards which helps to keep kitchens tidy, and allows for easy sorting of recyclable materials.
MEDIA CONTACT:
SIMON HATCHER
0419 780 071
People increasingly like to know where their food is from, which has led to the popularity of local farmers markets and more people choosing organic food.
IKEA has witnessed this trend globally and responded with its own range of organic foods including jams, pasta and drinks.
IKEA has been working hard in all parts of the food chain, from the farm to the store, to offer food products that people can trust.
This approach has enabled IKEA to offer products that are UTZ Certified, which in the case of their coffee for example means it can be traced all the way back to the plantations. The same goes for IKEA 70% Dark Chocolate bars.
The provenance of these products can be traced at www.utzcertified.org/ikea
IKEA Adelaide Food and Beverage Manager Mr Alex Riach said the entire range of IKEA Organic Food products are produced without chemical pesticides or fertilisers.
“IKEA also has a strict code of conduct for the way we purchase food called IWAY,” said Mr Riach.
“For example, to improve the animal welfare standards in farms that supply to IKEA’s food business, IKEA has partnered with the international charity Compassion in World Farming (CIWF). IKEA also works with WWF (World Wildlife Fund) for environmentally, socially and economically responsible salmon farming.
“IWAY outlines the social, working and environmental conditions that an IKEA food supplier must comply with in order to be partners with us.
“These conditions include the reduction of waste, which is a cornerstone of the IKEA philosophy, and as such is a commitment also made by our suppliers.”
The reduction of waste is one of the highest priorities in the design, manufacture, transportation and storage of IKEA products.
All IKEA Kitchens are flat packed, which significantly reduces the environmental impact of their manufacture and transportation. IKEA Kitchens and appliances have been designed to help homes conserve resources like water, electricity and gas and keep food waste to a minimum.
However, it’s the less noticeable things in IKEA Kitchens that can make a significant, daily difference to our environment in homes throughout the world.
All IKEA taps, for example, are aerated to reduce water flow without affecting pressure.
IKEA’s range of LED lights use 85% less energy, last longer and emit more light per watt than incandescent light bulbs. IKEA stopped selling incandescent light bulbs more than two years before legislation was introduced restricting their manufacture and sale in Australia. In fact, on 1 October 2008, Adelaide and Perth became the first two IKEA stores in the world to cease selling traditional incandescent light bulbs as part of a global phase-out.
Other simple solutions which include STABIL stacked steamers, STABIL inserts and the DILLKOTT pressure cooker reduces cooking time and energy waste.
Good storage has always been a key area of focus for IKEA. It is estimated globally that 25% of all food taken into every household is thrown away. Good food storage is therefore essential and IKEA offers some very smart solutions for the sustainable kitchen.
IKEA has a wide range of storage containers to keep food fresh and ensure it lasts longer. The RARITET, IKEA 365+ and PRUTA products are among the most popular. IKEA knows that some waste is unavoidable but encourages the responsible disposable and recycling of waste.
The RATIONELL and SORTERA waste sorting bins provide separate compartments for compostable food waste, general waste and recyclable plastics, glass and cardboard.
The RATIONELL system fits neatly inside kitchen cupboards which helps to keep kitchens tidy, and allows for easy sorting of recyclable materials.
MEDIA CONTACT:
SIMON HATCHER
0419 780 071