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Smart Energy Voices Podcast Episode 94: Balancing Profitability and Sustainability at IKEA
At Smart Energy Decisions’ 2023 Net Zero Forum/Fall, Adrian Avino, Engineering Construction Manager for IKEA Property, North America Real Estate/US, gave an overview of how IKEA plans to meet its sustainability goals. Adrian shares IKEA’s holistic approach including the company’s strategy to use renewable heating and cooling for projects across its North American portfolio.
IKEA to Use Bio-Based Glue
IKEA is switching from fossil-based to bio-based glues to reduce the climate footprint of board production.
IKEA Expands RE To Suppliers in 10 Markets
IKEA will include 10 additional markets into its program to support suppliers to switch to renewable electricity since nearly two-thirds of the IKEA climate footprint is directly connected to the supply chain.
IKEA Plans Clean Electricity Subscription Service
IKEA will soon offer its Swedish customers access to wind and solar energy through an electricity subscription service.
IKEA Retailer Commits Extra 4 Billion Euro to RE Investments
The IKEA retailer Ingka Group announced April 20 that it will increase its renewable energy investments by 4 billion euro in support of its goal to use 100% renewable energy across its value chain.
City of Santa Monica creates zero-emissions delivery zone
The City of Santa Monica announced on Feb. 25 that it deployed a zero-emissions delivery zone within a one-square mile voluntary area by partnering with tech and delivery companies and community organizations.
IKEA plans for solar car parks at retail locations
IKEA announced on Feb. 25 that it has completed its first solar car park at its Baltimore location. The location has already seen an 84% decrease in the amount of energy needed to be purchased between September – December 2020, equating to a 57% energy cost savings for the store.
IKEA pursues self-contained solar plus battery system in Australia
In pursuit of their goal to power all operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025, IKEA announced that they are pursuing a self-assembled rooftop solar project on one of its Australian megastores.
Ingka Group buys into two U.S. solar projects for IKEA stores
Ingka Group, the owner of 380 IKEA stores in 30 countries, finalized the takeover of two U.S. solar projects that have a total capacity of 403 MW.
IKEA invests 200 million euros into supply chain sustainability
Inter IKEA Group will be investing 200 million euros into integrating renewable energy into its supply chain and into forest management practices in pursuit of its goal to become a climate-positive business.
IKEA to open in VA with solar and EV
IKEA announced that its future Norfolk, Virginia store will be equipped with solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations when it opens this spring. This installation will represent the 56th solar project for IKEA in the U.S.
IKEA pledges 80% GHG cut
IKEA announced on Nov. 30 a pledge to cut greenhouse gas emissions from its production by 80 percent in absolute terms by 2030 from a baseline of 2016. The commitment applies to IKEA’s own factories and most of its direct suppliers.
Newest IKEA to feature rooftop solar and EV charging
IKEA announced on Nov. 13 that its future San Antonio-area store will be equipped with solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations when it opens during the winter of 2019 in Live Oak, Texas.
IKEA features largest solar array in Illinois
IKEA announced the opening on Oct. 10 of a 1.25-million-square-foot distribution center in Joiliet, Illinois, 48 miles southwest of Chicago. The facility features a 268,920-square-foot solar array built with 9,036 solar panels, currently the largest in Illinois.
IKEA adds solar to Alberta stores
IKEA Canada announced on August 23 that as part of its long-standing commitment to renewable energy, solar panels are being installed on its stores in Edmonton and Calgary. Both systems are expected to be operational by the end of the year.
IKEA powers largest rooftop solar project in Wisconsin
IKEA has installed a solar array on top its new 290,000-square-foot store in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. The 1.6-megawatt array is expected to provide between 20% and 50% of the power needed for the store, producing more than 2 million kilowatts of electricity annually.
Apple, IKEA, Tesla among climate policy leaders
Apple, Ikea, Tesla, and Unilever are among the top 20 companies cited in the “A-List of Climate Policy Engagement” report of those leading in strategic lobbying for the ambitions of the Paris Agreement around the world.
IKEA Sustainability Summary Report
IKEA has released their Sustainability Report for fiscal 2017, highlighting their journey to becoming "People & Planet Positive." The report focuses on how IKEA works to increase resource efficiency, generate and use renewable energy,
IKEA, Lidl, and more pledge new sustainability goals
More than 25 leading retailers, including IKEA, Aldi, Boots, House of Fraser, John Lewis, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury's and WHSmith have committed to the new "Better Retail Better World" strategy sponsored by the British Retail Consortium
IKEA UK offers tariff on 100% RE to customers
IKEA UK has partnered with the Big Clean Switch to secure an exclusive tariff on 100% renewable energy for its customers. The partnership will use a ‘collective switch model’ to help secure a deal on renewable electricity
IKEA wraps Illinois' largest rooftop solar project
IKEA recently announced the completion of a 2.85 MW rooftop solar project on its Joliet, Ill., distribution center.
HP, IKEA, Unilever among 1st EV100 members
Ten giant global corporations including HP Inc., IKEA Group and Unilever on Sept. 10 became the first to join a new campaign designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and infrastructure.
IKEA offers solar energy storage to UK customers
IKEA has announced plans to roll out a whole new offering to homeowners: Energy storage.
IKEA signs PPA tied to another Canadian wind farm
IKEA signed a multi-year power purchase agreement to receive energy from another Canadian wind farm, according to a July 18 news release.
IKEA plans new EV-friendly locations
Continuing the rollout of electric vehicle charging stations at its stores, IKEA this week announced new projects at two new stores currently in development.
IKEA's US rooftop solar ownership will top 42 MW
As IKEA continues its buildout of rooftop solar projects atop its ever-expanding number of stores in the U.S., the home furnishings retailer said June 6 that its total ownership will exceed 42 MW by early fall.
PepsiCo, UPS, Wal-Mart among large fleet operators signing on to new 'Sustainable Fuel Buyers Principles'
Six large corporations have accelerated their commitment to transitioning to low carbon fuel and related technologies in signing on to the new Sustainable Fuel Buyers Principles organized by global nonprofit BSR.
IKEA completes 2nd Ohio rooftop solar project
IKEA has completed its previously announced solar panel installation atop its future Columbus, Ohio, store opening Summer 2017, making it one of the largest nonutility solar owners in the state.
Fuel cells to slash energy costs for Connecticut IKEA
IKEA's first fuel cell project to power up at an east coast store is expected to generate half of the building's energy needs.
IKEA installs 5th biogas fuel cell in California
IKEA is on track to generate 1.5 MW in total of energy via fuel cells, supplementing onsite solar arrays atop five California stores.
