Inter IKEA: the collaborative model in action

Engaging suppliers on emissions reductions remains one of the toughest parts of Scope 3 decarbonization, yet insetting offers a compelling path forward by aligning incentives rather than imposing mandates

This Carbon3 report (link: carbon3.net/data/companies) framed around Inter IKEA Group, paints a clear picture of this collaborative model in action

• A $500 million joint investment in supplier renewable electricity programs across multiple markets, working with partners like Ørsted and Siemens Energy to achieve 1.2 million tonnes of annual CO₂ equivalent reductions while pushing toward 100 percent renewable energy by 2030.

• Similarly, regenerative forestry partnerships with WWF and The Nature Conservancy involve $200 million to regenerate 100,000 hectares and sequester 500,000 tonnes yearly, supporting sustainable wood sourcing that already reaches over 98 percent FSC-certified.

• Circular initiatives with Loop Industries and Redwood Materials commit $300 million to reuse materials and reduce emissions by 800,000 tonnes a year.

These projects create mutual gains: suppliers receive funding and technical support, while the brand secures credible Scope 3 progress and inset credit value that can be shared. The result is a stronger, more resilient supply chain where decarbonization becomes a shared business opportunity.

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