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IKEA’ s supply chain transformation remains a bellwether for sustainable retail logistics. The company’ s push for zero‐emission deliveries in urban areas and optimised freight networks is reshaping climate‐smart distribution. Within stores, its menus prioritise lower‐carbon, plant‐forward ingredients and traceable, responsibly sourced food. IKEA’ s end‐to‐end approach – spanning circular product design, renewable energy adoption and certified raw materials like wood and cotton – has earned it recognition as a global benchmark. Deep supplier partnerships embed sustainability across every sourcing decision, driving measurable reductions in emissions and environmental impact. 52 March 2026