IKEA

2023 was another challenging year for people and businesses around the world. In times like these, it's more important than ever not to lose focus on our sustainability ambitions. As of FY23, we decreased our climate footprint by 22% in absolute terms compared to baseline FY16 and accelerated our climate actions, reduced plastic packaging in consumer goods by 47% compared to baseline FY21, and continued contributing to a fair and equal society. Tap to read about our progress in the IKEA Sustainability and Climate Reports FY23 and how we continue to work hard to move in the right direction https://lnkd.in/d7T8adQP

What comes to mind when you think of life at home? Over the last decade, we at IKEA have spoken to over a quarter of a million people in more than 40 countries. Seeking to understand life at home, we tapped into the deep emotions people feel about life inside their four walls. The IKEA Life at Home Report 2023 is a culmination of findings from this year’s research as well as insights from nine previous editions. Celebrating the people we have met and their experiences along the way. So, what's your relation to home? Explore more in the newly released report here: https://lnkd.in/gbXnBif

We believe that all people deserve respect, dignity and opportunities, and with that, we share new commitments to support the integration of refugees. We continue our work to support forcibly displaced people in finding meaningful work, promoting their social inclusion, and empowering them to rebuild their lives. Tap to read more about our commitments here: https://lnkd.in/dzT87XRQ

#COP28 is the time and place to accelerate climate action and strengthen cooperation. Together with our partners, we want to lead with facts, science, and concrete actions, with an emphasis on doing our part to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions across our value chain and phase out fossil fuels. Tap to read what we think can make the most significant difference:

In FY23, we continued our work to be more affordable, accessible and sustainable while bringing IKEA closer to where people live and work. Read more about how we've focused our efforts to achieve a positive increase in our total sales: https://lnkd.in/dXBEUidv

With climate change threatening our global home, we can’t only rely on DIY solutions. We’re in the business of creating a better everyday life for the many people. That’s why we’re joining the discussions at #ClimateWeek in New York this week, to listen, learn and collectively drive action to mitigate the effects of climate change. Read more about our IKEA Climate Agenda here: https://lnkd.in/drKfXG6N

Today, we are taking another step with UNICEF in our long-standing relationship to promote children's rights. In this new partnership, we'll focus on three main areas over the next 2.5 years - just transition and children's rights, family-friendly policies, diversity and inclusion, and children's rights in a digital world. As a global business, we are responsible for being a positive force to inspire and integrate children's rights into our business activities. Read more about our view on children's rights here: https://lnkd.in/daV2vx8W UNICEF does not endorse any company, brand, product or service.

Today we are proud to celebrate our 80th anniversary at IKEA 🎉! Since 1943, we've been on a mission to create a better everyday life for the many people, everywhere. As we celebrate our anniversary, we're grateful to our co-workers, customers, suppliers, partners, and supporters for helping us come this far. As we look to the next 80 years and beyond, we'll continue to innovate and adapt, always keeping the needs of people and the planet in mind. Let's assemble a better future, together. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dEmRPA2F