The IKEA Sustainability Strategy

We have big ambitions for 2030. We are committed to doing our part to tackle climate change, unsustainable consumption, and inequality. Our three major focus areas are Healthy & sustainable living, Climate, nature & circularity and Fair & equal.

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Healthy & sustainable living

We will inspire and enable people to move towards healthy and sustainable lifestyles, by making them a desirable choice that is affordable, attractive, and accessible for as many people as possible.

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Use less energy

So many parts of the home can have a direct impact on your energy use. Fortunately, we have some quick tricks for you to save energy at home.

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Use less water

With a fresh look at your household habits, you could save many litres of precious fresh water every day. Take a look at our smart solutions to save water at home.

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Choose better food

Your food choices can make a difference, from plant-based to certified products from responsible sources. Discover more easy wins to eat more sustainably.

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Create less waste

Even when you live frugally, there’s always a certain amount of household waste. But there are some simple ways to reuse what you have and reduce waste at home.

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Love it longer

The potential to repurpose, repair, reuse, resell or recycle products is growing all the time. Find out about the small steps you can take to give your furniture a longer life.

Climate, nature & circularity

By increasing climate action and accelerating circularity, we can regenerate resources while growing the IKEA business.

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Transitioning into a circular business

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Our Net Zero Transition journey

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Regenerating resources, protecting ecosystems and improving biodiversity

Fair & equal

Creating a positive social impact for everyone across the IKEA value chain.

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Providing and supporting decent and meaningful work in the IKEA value chain

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Being an inclusive business

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Promoting equality

Less waste with rechargeable batteries

We no longer sell non-rechargeable alkaline batteries and have replaced them with our LADDA rechargeable batteries. This helps customers to significantly reduce waste and save money in the long run.

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The planet is our only home and needs us now more than ever. But home has always been what we make it. And we’re determined to make healthy and sustainable living attractive, affordable and accessible for as many people as possible.