5/28/2025 7:25:52 AM | less than a minute read

From Ambition to Action: What Businesses Can Learn from IKEA’s Net-Zero Strategy

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Shannon Clark

Senior Manager, Sales Operations

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Shannon Clark

Senior Manager, Sales Operations

IKEA’s transition plan toward net-zero isn’t just a headline—it’s a masterclass in accountability, transparency, and operational integration. As outlined in this article by Sustainability Magazine, the global retailer has gone beyond goal-setting. It’s embedding sustainability across the entire value chain, measuring real impact, and engaging suppliers in meaningful change.

This shift—from aspirational targets to measurable progress—is exactly the journey many organizations are grappling with. Whether it’s carbon footprinting, supply chain due diligence, or ESG data verification, the path to net-zero requires more than intent. It requires trusted partners who can provide assurance, insight, and practical tools.

At Intertek, we support businesses at every stage of their sustainability journey. If you’re ready to move from planning to progress, explore how our solutions can help: www.intertek.com/sustainability

IKEA’s sustainability journey is about turning long-term goals into concrete actions, demonstrating that ambitious targets can be met through clear, measurable steps.