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  • Overall approach
    7/10
    • Overarching commitment on deforestation
      4/4
      Overall commitment
      Conversion-free/zero-gross conversion/zero-net conversion commitment or a zero deforestation/deforestation-free commitment that explicitly includes all other natural ecosystems
      4/4
      "In January 2021, we launched the IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...] Our commitments include the following: [...] Identify and secure all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, by 2030 at the latest." "Halt deforestation and reforest degraded landscapes. Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation." "Ensuring that the sourcing of other critical deforestation risk raw materials (mainly certain agricultural products), which accounts for around 3% of the IKEA raw material footprint, are not contributing to deforestation or conversion of natural ecosystems."
    • Signatory to an initiative tackling deforestation
      1/1
      Signatory
      Yes
      1/1
      IKEA is a signatory to the soy moratorium[...]"We signed the industry-wide “Cerrado Manifesto Statement of Support”[...]"During FY21, the IKEA business expanded its engagement with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)"
    • Awareness of the value of forests
      1/1
      Awareness
      Yes
      1/1
      “At IKEA, we want to make responsible forest management the norm, to stop deforestation, enhance biodiversity and support people who depend on forests for their livelihood. Responsibly managed forests also play a vital role in climate change mitigation. By enforcing strict requirements, and partnering with different organisations across the world, we have contributed to moving the forestry sector forward. Still the pressure on the world’s forests and the surrounding eco-systems is increasing. Now it is time to take an even more holistic approach to protect and support these important resources for generations to come,” says Inter IKEA Group CEO Jon Abrahamsson Ring."
    • Deforestation as a business risk
      0/1
    • High-level management of deforestion
      1/1
      High-level management
      Yes
      1/1
      How often does the committee or board meet to assess company's progress on addressing deforestation-related issues?: Unspecified

      Which commodities does it apply to?: Palm oil; Soy; Beef; Leather; Timber; Pulp & paper
      "Ingka Group participates in the IKEA Strategic Sustainability Council. This is an Inter IKEA Group governance body that focuses on the IKEA Brand’s role in society, the IKEA People and Planet Positive Strategy and ambitions across the franchise system. The group also oversees compliance with requirements for sustainability goals through IWAY. Ingka Group collaborates with Inter IKEA Group on topics in the IKEA People and Planet Positive Strategy that require a value chain approach to improve our impact, such as inspiring customers on healthy and sustainable living."
    • Executive compensation linked to deforestation
      Executive compensation
      No
      0/0
      Does it disclose the percentage of pay at risk?: No
    • Target to reduce emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Reporting on emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Disclosure of conservation activity
    • Disclosure of reforestation activity
    • Target to reduce emissions in scope 1/2
      Reduce emissions
      Yes
      0/0
      Type of climate target: Absolute zero emissions

      What is the target date for the company to achieve their climate target?: 2050

      Is this target aligned with/verified by SBTi?: Yes
      "To become climate positive, we must first reduce the climate footprint of the total IKEA value chain in line with the 1.5°C target – including halving emissions by 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2050 at the latest."[...]". The footprint is measured as the scope 1 and scope 2 emissions of each tier 1 supplier or unit, as well as any connected fuel- and energy-related activities (scope 3, category 3)."
  • Commodity score
    30/90
    • Leather
      22/90
      • Commitment Strength
        13/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          6/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            When was this commitment set?: 2017

            Do they have a deforestation commitment covering animal feed?: No
            "To ensure high quality and low prices, we use leather from countries around the world, and around half of the leather we use comes from Brazil. We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            If no, what is excluded?: Location

            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: No rationale provided
            "We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon" - thus this zero deforestation commitment will only apply to the Amazon biome.
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Maintain their requirement to avoid leather that comes from the Amazon
            "We work closely with stakeholders to minimise the environmental and social problems that can occur in leather supply chains. These include deforestation, violation of indigenous land rights, forced labour and chemical pollution"[...]""We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon" - thus this zero deforestation commitment will only apply to the Amazon biome. "
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "We work closely with stakeholders to minimise the environmental and social problems that can occur in leather supply chains. These include deforestation, violation of indigenous land rights, forced labour and chemical pollution"[...]""We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon" - thus this zero deforestation commitment will only apply to the Amazon biome. "
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Do they have a traceability commitment which goes back to the birth farm?: No

            When was this commitment set?: 2019
            "We have secured traceability to all slaughterhouses for the past several years now. We are continuing to make progress on leather, with traceability to direct farms, and now have this in place for several regions including Europe, Brazil, Argentina and will continue this year with Russia."[...]" We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon."[...]"now we will have one approach for all types of leather with the aim to achieve full traceability to direct farm by FY22"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "We have secured traceability to all slaughterhouses for the past several years now. We are continuing to make progress on leather, with traceability to direct farms, and now have this in place for several regions including Europe, Brazil, Argentina and will continue this year with Russia."[...]" We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon."[...]"now we will have one approach for all types of leather with the aim to achieve full traceability to direct farm by FY22"
          • Target date
            2022
            1/1
            Target date
            2022
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Secured traceability to slaughterhouse level
            "We have secured traceability to all slaughterhouses for the past several years now. We are continuing to make progress on leather, with traceability to direct farms, and now have this in place for several regions including Europe, Brazil, Argentina and will continue this year with Russia."[...]" We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon."[...]"now we will have one approach for all types of leather with the aim to achieve full traceability to direct farm by FY22"
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "We have secured traceability to all slaughterhouses for the past several years now. We are continuing to make progress on leather, with traceability to direct farms, and now have this in place for several regions including Europe, Brazil, Argentina and will continue this year with Russia."[...]" We set minimum social, environmental and animal welfare standards for our direct suppliers, including a requirement that the leather does not come from suppliers linked to deforestation in the Amazon."[...]"now we will have one approach for all types of leather with the aim to achieve full traceability to direct farm by FY22"
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Unclear

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where human rights risks are identified, we strengthen our due diligence processes and, when necessary, provide access to a remedy" "Through the application of human rights due diligence procedures, we continuously strengthen our efforts to identify, assess, and take action on the human rights impacts of our business activities and relationships"
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        5/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audits
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Pulp & Paper
      38/90
      • Commitment Strength
        15/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          8/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            What paper/pulp product does their commitment apply to?: Paper products; Pulp; Packaging

            When was this commitment set?: 2021

            Which certification schemes are used?: FSC

            Type of sustainability commitment: Reduce the volume of virgin wood fibre used in paper and packaging products through usage of recycled content

            Does the company have a commitment to the protection of other specific named ecosystems?: HCS
            "In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood[...]As pressure on the world’s forests continues to grow, the newly launched IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...]Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation. Invest in forestry and other land use activities to remove and store carbon and support the restoration of degraded land."[...]"The IKEA supplier complies with the following requirements at all times:c) no sourcing from Intact Forest Landscapes (IFL) or other geographically identified High Conservation Value Forests (HCVF), unless the area is certified by a forest certification system recognized by IKEA; d) no sourcing from natural forests in the tropical and sub-tropical regions being converted to plantations or non-forest use"[...]"Setting a new goal: at least one-third recycled wood in IKEA products by 2030. Today, 14% of total wood used is recycled."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood[...]As pressure on the world’s forests continues to grow, the newly launched IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...]Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation. Invest in forestry and other land use activities to remove and store carbon and support the restoration of degraded land."[...]"The IKEA supplier complies with the following requirements at all times:c) no sourcing from Intact Forest Landscapes (IFL) or other geographically identified High Conservation Value Forests (HCVF), unless the area is certified by a forest certification system recognized by IKEA; d) no sourcing from natural forests in the tropical and sub-tropical regions being converted to plantations or non-forest use"
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Steps not specified
            "In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood"
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: Current
            "In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood"
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: NA

            If Other, specify: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        6/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Unclear
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that support?: Certification

          How many smallholders do they support, and what percentage does this represent in terms of their sourcing from smallholders?: NA
          "For example, we’ve partnered with WWF in Thailand and Vietnam to improve the practices of smallholders. We’ll now use what we learnt to spread the FSC certification to more smallholders in Asia."
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where human rights risks are identified, we strengthen our due diligence processes and, when necessary, provide access to a remedy" "Through the application of human rights due diligence procedures, we continuously strengthen our efforts to identify, assess, and take action on the human rights impacts of our business activities and relationships"
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        17/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          Which processes or groups does the company use for third party verification?: FSC

          Which tools, approaches, third-party verification, including certification, schemes are used?: FSC

          What methods are used for verification?: FSC

          Is the performance of compliance of some suppliers, sources, or origins not verified, and if so why not?: NA

          For what percent of the company's supply volume is third-party verification of performance relative to commitments conducted?: NA

          What percent of the company's supply volume is verified using company verification systems?: NA
          "In FY20, we reached our goal to only use wood from more sustainable sources and now must maintain this level every year going forward.2 In FY21, 99.5% of the wood used for IKEA products was either FSC-certified or recycled. For wood sourced from countries with high forestry risks (accounting for around 30% of our total consumption), all our wood has come from more sustainable sources since 2017."[...]""Setting a new goal: at least one-third recycled wood in IKEA products by 2030. Today, 14% of total wood used is recycled."
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          Yes
          2/2
          Collaborative actions
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that participation?: Attending & contributing to meetings; Providing support/ advice/ experience/ expertise

          What initiatives does the company participate in?: WWF and FSC partnerships
          "We work with global partners including the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) to fight forest degradation and deforestation, and promote the importance of responsible forest management beyond our own value chain."
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          For what percentage of material produced or sourced by the company has forest risk been assessed?: 100%

          How frequently are assessments conducted?: Unspecified
          "As part of IKEA’s due diligence system to check compliance with the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR), the US Lacey Act and other similar legislation, IKEA reserves the right to perform audits at IKEA direct suppliers and at all IKEA forestry applicable sub suppliers linked to the production for IKEA, based on the risk assessment."[...]"15.8 Risk assessment The IKEA supplier identifies any high risk sources using criteria defined by the relevant IKEA Organisation. The identification of high risk sources accompanies each update of origin of forestry applicable materials. 15.9 Risk mitigation The IKEA supplier applies mitigation actions to any source identified as high risk, to confirm compliance with IWAY Must Forestry Minimum Requirements and according to routines described by the relevant IKEA Organisation. Verification of high risk sources accompanies each update of origin of forestry applicable materials."
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          2/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          1.5/3
          Reporting certified/compliant volume: NA

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA

          Total volume: 21000000 m3

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          What product types/sectors is this in?: Furniture ; Packaging
          "In FY21, our total wood consumption1 increased to 21 million m3 RWE (FY20: 19 million m3 RWE). [...] This figure refers to the wood used in home furnishing products and packaging."
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audits
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: 100%

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: 100%

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: 0%

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Unspecified
          "As part of IKEA’s due diligence system to check compliance with the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR), the US Lacey Act and other similar legislation, IKEA reserves the right to perform audits at IKEA direct suppliers and at all IKEA forestry applicable sub suppliers linked to the production for IKEA, based on the risk assessment."[...]"A new IKEA home furnishing supplier or an active supplier becoming forestry applicable secures the following, before the contract with IKEA is signed:a) Provides IKEA with a Wood Procurement Plan (WPP)5 describing the sources of forestry applicable materials intended for IKEA production. For each source and material type, the plan contains species (or list of species for composite materials, rattan and non-industrial bamboo), origin of forestry applicable materials to the resolution required by IKEA, status of compliance with IKEA forestry requirements and expected volume. For the composite materials, name and site (location) of the manufacturer is alsorequired. For rattan, name and site (location) of all tiers of sub suppliers are required. The Wood Procurement Plan should also include any volumes already purchased for IKEA production; And b) Provides IKEA with a written roadmap agreed with IKEA business responsible on how to secure compliance with MSS Strategy within the timeframe established by IKEA, in case the supplier is either located or sourcing from high risk countries."
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers with a time-bound threat of exclusion
          2/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers with a time-bound threat of exclusion
          2/2
          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: falure to correct deviation from IWAY within specified timeframe

          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: Not specified "IWAY 6 is a total system upgrade. One important change is a shift in the focus of our efforts from audits only to a combination of audits and implementation support to suppliers and service providers." https://gbl-sc9u2-prd-cdn.azureedge.net/-/media/aboutikea/newsroom/publications/documents/ikea-sustainability-report-fy21.pdf?rev=6d09c40ec452441091b10d9212718192&hash=1A1FDACCB00D35EE9D64428D85CA6C4E

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: Yes

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: Yes
          "In addition to implementing transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY compliance, we perform announced and unannounced audits through IKEA IWAY auditors and third-party organisations. In case of non-compliance, our business partners are given a time frame to correct any deviation. If the supplier fails to do so, they are phased out. The time frame to correct noncompliance varies depending on the deviation: we enact an immediate business-stop if a deviation is related to an IWAY Must requirement or, at the latest, 90 days for all IWAY Basic requirements." - IWAY Standards include a Section specific to Forestry.
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: No
    • Timber
      42/90
      • Commitment Strength
        15/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          8/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            When was this commitment set?: NA

            Which certification schemes are used?: FSC
            "Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation.[...] In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood [...] As pressure on the world’s forests continues to grow, the newly launched IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 will ramp up our efforts towards improving forest management and enhancing biodiversity globally. ... Halt deforestation and reforest degraded landscapes. Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: 0%

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA
            "All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: NA
            "Halt deforestation and reforest degraded landscapes. Identify and secure that all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, at latest by 2030. All wood used in IKEA products is sourced from responsibly managed forests which do not contribute to deforestation."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: 2020
            "In 2020, the IKEA business reached our goal in securing that our wood is from more sustainable sources which currently includes FSC®-certified or recycled wood*"
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA." [...] "All suppliers must be able to track the origin of the wood used in IKEA products. We require all suppliers to provide reports on their wood use three times a year and be able to provide more information, upon request, within 48 hours."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: 0%

            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA." [...] ""All suppliers must be able to track the origin of the wood used in IKEA products. We require all suppliers to provide reports on their wood use three times a year and be able to provide more information, upon request, within 48 hours."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "The scope of the Forestry Section of the IWAY Standard includes IKEA Home Furnishing and non-Home Furnishing articles produced from forestry applicable materials."; "All home furnishing suppliers using forestry applicable materials complete the IKEA Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) before the production of first batch of products for IKEA...Information about forestry applicable materials origin and species has to be collected according to the level of detail required by IKEA before starting up business with a new sub supplier and updated at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA... Species and origin data is updated whenever sub-suppliers change the harvesting areas or at least prior to each reporting of Forest Tracing Survey (FTS) to IKEA."
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        6/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Unspecified

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that support?: Certification

          How many smallholders do they support, and what percentage does this represent in terms of their sourcing from smallholders?: NA
          "For example, we’ve partnered with WWF in Thailand and Vietnam to improve the practices of smallholders. We’ll now use what we learnt to spread the FSC certification to more smallholders in Asia.""
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where human rights risks are identified, we strengthen our due diligence processes and, when necessary, provide access to a remedy" "Through the application of human rights due diligence procedures, we continuously strengthen our efforts to identify, assess, and take action on the human rights impacts of our business activities and relationships"
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        21/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          2/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          Yes
          2/2
          Collaborative actions
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that participation?: Attending & contributing to meetings; Providing support/ advice/ experience/ expertise

          What initiatives does the company participate in?: WWF FSC Partnership
          "We work with global partners including the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) to fight forest degradation and deforestation, and promote the importance of responsible forest management beyond our own value chain."
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          For what percentage of material produced or sourced by the company has forest risk been assessed?: NA

          How frequently are assessments conducted?: Not specified
          "As part of IKEA’s due diligence system to check compliance with the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR), the US Lacey Act and other similar legislation, IKEA reserves the right to perform audits at IKEA direct suppliers and at all IKEA forestry applicable sub suppliers linked to the production for IKEA, based on the risk assessment... The IKEA supplier applies mitigation actions to any source identified as high risk, to confirm compliance with IWAY Must Forestry Minimum Requirements and according to routines described by the relevant IKEA Organisation. Verification of high risk sources accompanies each update of origin of forestry applicable materials. "
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Reporting certified/compliant volume: 21 million m3

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA

          Total volume: NA

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          What product types/sectors is this in?: Furniture
          In FY21 IKEA used 21 million m3 Round Wood Equivalent. Approximatelt 14% of this is recycled. "This wood is almost entirely FSC-certified."
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers; Also for its suppliers production or primary processing operations in its supply chains
          3/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers; Also for its suppliers production or primary processing operations in its supply chains
          3/4
          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Not specified

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: NA

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: NA
          "A new IKEA home furnishing supplier or an active supplier becoming forestry applicable secures the following, before the contract with IKEA is signed: a) Provides IKEA with a Wood Procurement Plan (WPP) describing the sources of forestry applicable materials intended for IKEA production. For each source and material type, the plan contains species (or list of species for composite materials, rattan and non-industrial bamboo), origin of forestry applicable materials to the resolution required by IKEA, status of compliance with IKEA forestry requirements and expected volume. For the composite materials, name and site (location) of the manufacturer is also required. For rattan, name and site (location) of all tiers of sub suppliers are required The Wood Procurement Plan should also include any volumes already purchased for IKEA production; And b) Provides IKEA with a written roadmap agreed with IKEA business responsible on how to secure compliance with MSS Strategy within the timeframe established by IKEA, in case the supplier is either located or sourcing from high risk countries... As part of IKEA’s due diligence system to check compliance with the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR), the US Lacey Act and other similar legislation, IKEA reserves the right to perform audits at IKEA direct suppliers and at all IKEA forestry applicable sub suppliers linked to the production for IKEA, based on the risk assessment."
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers with a time-bound threat of exclusion
          2/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers with a time-bound threat of exclusion
          2/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: Yes

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Non compliance to IWAY standards

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: NA
          "Besides implementing transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY, announced and unannounced audits are performed both by IKEA IWAY auditors and third-party organisations. If a supplier fails to develop its business to fulfil the IWAY requirements and to correct any deviation within a given time frame, the supplier is phased out and the business agreement is terminated. The time frame varies depending on the area that is non-compliant: immediate business-stop if it is a deviation related to an IWAY Must requirement,1 or by 90 days at the latest for all other IWAY requirements." - IWAY Standards include a Section specific to Forestry.
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Beef *
      9/90
      • Commitment Strength
        0/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          0/9.5
          • Commitment details
            No commitment
            0/6
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
            Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: None specified
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
            Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: ILO; UNGP; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Unspecified
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where human rights risks are identified, we strengthen our due diligence processes and, when necessary, provide access to a remedy" "Through the application of human rights due diligence procedures, we continuously strengthen our efforts to identify, assess, and take action on the human rights impacts of our business activities and relationships"
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        5/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audits

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No
          ""In more complex supply chains, such as pork, beef and dairy, where it is more challenging to trace the soy in animal feed, it can be difficult to influence the feed used by farmers.""
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: No
    • Palm oil *
      41/90
      • Commitment Strength
        15/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          8/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Zero-gross deforestation
            4/6
            Which certification schemes are used?: RSPO

            When was this commitment set?: 2014

            Does the company have a commitment to the protection of other specific named ecosystems?: HCS; Peat
            ""In January 2021, we launched the IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...] Our commitments include the following: [...]"The IKEA goal is to source 100% certified sustainable palm oil from segregated1 sources. IKEA commits to working with our direct suppliers to ensure that the palm oil used in IKEA products is sourced according to the following additional requirements: - No deforestation. Forests of high value, for conservation or carbon storage purposes, will be protected. All new palm oil developments should be on land where biodiversity and natural vegetation are already highly degraded.2 - No new development on peat, regardless of depth"[...]"We are happy that by November 2018 the RSPO criteria were strengthened to also include the issue of deforestation and planting on peat as well as addressing smallholders. This is in line with the criteria that IKEA had earlier committed to, beyond the previous RSPO requirements." IKEA's overarching commitment to be conversion free does not apply specifically to palm oil.
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "The IKEA goal is to source 100% certified sustainable palm oil from segregated1 sources. IKEA commits to working with our direct suppliers to ensure that the palm oil used in IKEA products is sourced according to the following additional requirements: - No deforestation. Forests of high value, for conservation or carbon storage purposes, will be protected. All new palm oil developments should be on land where biodiversity and natural vegetation are already highly degraded.2 - No new development on peat, regardless of depth"[...]"We are happy that by November 2018 the RSPO criteria were strengthened to also include the issue of deforestation and planting on peat as well as addressing smallholders. This is in line with the criteria that IKEA had earlier committed to, beyond the previous RSPO requirements." IKEA's overarching commitment to be conversion free does not apply specifically to palm oil.
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: RSPO certification
            "The IKEA goal is to source 100% certified sustainable palm oil from segregated1 sources. IKEA commits to working with our direct suppliers to ensure that the palm oil used in IKEA products is sourced according to the following additional requirements: - No deforestation. Forests of high value, for conservation or carbon storage purposes, will be protected. All new palm oil developments should be on land where biodiversity and natural vegetation are already highly degraded.2 - No new development on peat, regardless of depth"[...]"We are happy that by November 2018 the RSPO criteria were strengthened to also include the issue of deforestation and planting on peat as well as addressing smallholders. This is in line with the criteria that IKEA had earlier committed to, beyond the previous RSPO requirements." IKEA's overarching commitment to be conversion free does not apply specifically to palm oil. ": In FY21, 100% of the palm oil used in IKEA products was Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)-certified."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "The IKEA goal is to source 100% certified sustainable palm oil from segregated1 sources. IKEA commits to working with our direct suppliers to ensure that the palm oil used in IKEA products is sourced according to the following additional requirements: - No deforestation. Forests of high value, for conservation or carbon storage purposes, will be protected. All new palm oil developments should be on land where biodiversity and natural vegetation are already highly degraded.2 - No new development on peat, regardless of depth"[...]"We are happy that by November 2018 the RSPO criteria were strengthened to also include the issue of deforestation and planting on peat as well as addressing smallholders. This is in line with the criteria that IKEA had earlier committed to, beyond the previous RSPO requirements."[...]"[...]your company's Certified Sustainable Palm Oil uptake is: 100.00% " IKEA's overarching commitment to be conversion free does not apply specifically to palm oil.
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          8/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Traces to Point of production
            4/4
            When was this commitment set?: 2014
            "IKEA works together with the organisation ProForest to analyse the risks in the palm oil supply chain which includes social assessment of policies (e.g. concerning migrant workers, responsible recruitment, bonded labour and smallholder policies) and to develop more efficient methods to address deforestation and peat risk." [...] "The IKEA goal is to source 100% certified sustainable palm oil from segregated1 sources. IKEA commits to working with our direct suppliers to ensure that the palm oil used in IKEA products is sourced according to the following additional requirements: - No deforestation. Forests of high value, for conservation or carbon storage purposes, will be protected. All new palm oil developments should be on land where biodiversity and natural vegetation are already highly degraded.2 - No new development on peat, regardless of depth"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: 0%

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA
            "IKEA will work with its suppliers to ensure chain of custody for the palm oil used in IKEA products. This means that all palm oil in IKEA products must be sourced from producers who can verify the mills and plantations from which they are purchasing certified segregated palm oil and that they are meeting IKEA requirements."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: NA
            "IKEA will work with its suppliers to ensure chain of custody for the palm oil used in IKEA products. This means that all palm oil in IKEA products must be sourced from producers who can verify the mills and plantations from which they are purchasing certified segregated palm oil and that they are meeting IKEA requirements."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "IKEA will work with its suppliers to ensure chain of custody for the palm oil used in IKEA products. This means that all palm oil in IKEA products must be sourced from producers who can verify the mills and plantations from which they are purchasing certified segregated palm oil and that they are meeting IKEA requirements."
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        8/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          Yes
          2/2
          What is the nature of that support?: Technical assistance/support

          How many smallholders do they support, and what percentage does this represent in terms of their sourcing from smallholders?: NA
          During FY18, RSPO strengthened its criteria to reflect human rights challenges in palm oil supply chains. We welcome this update, as well as RSPO's upcoming guidelines on improving conditions for smallholders who are key to the sustainable production of palm oil. In FY19, we supported projects that focused on smallholder inclusion and human rights in addition to our ongoing ambition to eliminate deforestation."
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm; Environmental harm
          "IKEA operates robust processes and systems to ensure that IKEA products are produced in line with our standards and requirements. If any issues are discovered, we first establish the facts, and then strive to improve and remedy the situation. Once it is clear that remedy or improvement is not possible, we will phase out the relationship."
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          Yes, the company commits to test for FPIC prior to acquiring new interests, developments, or expansions
          2/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "IKEA will work with stakeholders, including the RSPO to ensure that existing requirements, such as respect for the rights of indigenous people and workers, care for the environment and responsible development of new plantations, including the principle of Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC), are enforced."
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        18/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
          For what percent of the company's supply volume is third-party verification of performance relative to commitments conducted?: 100%

          Is the performance of compliance of some suppliers, sources, or origins not verified, and if so why not?: No

          What methods are used for verification?: RSPO

          What percent of the company's supply volume is verified using company verification systems?: 0%

          Which processes or groups does the company use for third party verification?: RSPO

          Which tools, approaches, third-party verification, including certification, schemes are used?: RSPO
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          Risk assessments for forest risk
          Yes
          2/2
          How frequently are assessments conducted?: not specified

          For what percentage of material produced or sourced by the company has forest risk been assessed?: 100%
          "IKEA works together with the organisation ProForest to analyse the risks in the palm oil supply chain which includes social assessment of policies (e.g. concerning migrant workers, responsible recruitment, bonded labour and smallholder policies) and to develop more efficient methods to address deforestation and peat risk."
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting total volume
          3/3
          What product types/sectors is this in?: Food

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA

          Total volume: 29,000 tons

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: 0 tons

          Reporting certified/compliant volume: 29,000 tons
          Ikea report in their 2020 ACOP report having used 29,000 metric tonnes of palm oil
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audits every 12 months
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          Yes, for its suppliers
          2/4
          What percentage of the company's supply chain volume does that represent?: NA

          How is compliance monitored?: Internal monitoring and verification systems

          How frequently is compliance assessed?: Not specified

          For what percent of suppliers does the company directly monitor compliance of production or processing operations?: 100%

          For what percentage of the commodity sourced by the company is deforestation/conversion monitored at the farm level on production units known to be in the company's supply chain?: NA

          For what percentage of suppliers does the company use/rely on external mechanisms to monitor compliance?: 0%
          "IKEA operates robust processes and systems to ensure that IKEA products are produced in line with our standards and requirements. If any issues are discovered, we first establish the facts, and then strive to improve and remedy the situation. Once it is clear that remedy or improvement is not possible, we will phase out the relationship."
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          Engage with suppliers but with no time-bound threat of exclusion
          1/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: Yes

          What criteria does the policy specify for blacklisting or exclusion?: Products not produced in line with standards, failure to remedy

          What type of support does the company offer to its suppliers to help them achieve compliance with commitments?: Unclear
          "IKEA operates robust processes and systems to ensure that IKEA products are produced in line with our standards and requirements. If any issues are discovered, we first establish the facts, and then strive to improve and remedy the situation. Once it is clear that remedy or improvement is not possible, we will phase out the relationship."
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Soy *
      17/90
      • Commitment Strength
        6/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          6/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Credible certification scheme
            2/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Credible certification scheme
            2/6
            Which certification schemes are used?: RTRS

            When was this commitment set?: 2020

            Does the company commitment also explicitly apply to hidden/indirect soy?: No
            "Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS)- certified soy credits cover 100% of the volume of soy that we expect is being consumed by the animals in our supply chain for food, leather, down and feather products."[...]"All soy-based material should be sourced in line with our sustainable sourcing ambitions in order to support IKEA sustainability goals"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            Yes
            2/2
            "Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS)- certified soy credits cover 100% of the volume of soy that we expect is being consumed by the animals in our supply chain for food, leather, down and feather products."[...]"All soy-based material should be sourced in line with our sustainable sourcing ambitions in order to support IKEA sustainability goals"[...]"In January 2021, we launched the IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...] Our commitments include the following: [...] Identify and secure all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, by 2030 at the latest."
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: Use RTRS soy
            "Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS)- certified soy credits cover 100% of the volume of soy that we expect is being consumed by the animals in our supply chain for food, leather, down and feather products."[...]"All soy-based material should be sourced in line with our sustainable sourcing ambitions in order to support IKEA sustainability goals"[..]"In January 2021, we launched the IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...] Our commitments include the following: [...] Identify and secure all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, by 2030 at the latest."
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: NA
            "Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS)- certified soy credits cover 100% of the volume of soy that we expect is being consumed by the animals in our supply chain for food, leather, down and feather products."[...]"All soy-based material should be sourced in line with our sustainable sourcing ambitions in order to support IKEA sustainability goals"[..]"In January 2021, we launched the IKEA Forest Positive Agenda for 2030 [...] Our commitments include the following: [...] Identify and secure all raw materials sourced through our supply chain are not contributing to deforestation or the conversion of natural ecosystems, by 2030 at the latest."
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            0/2
          • Target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Other workers' rights commitments: Guaranteed safe and healthy workspaces

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Details of commitment: ILO; UN Declaration for HR; Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "IWAY is based on the eight core conventions defined in the Fundamental Principles of Rights at Work, ILO declaration June 1998 and the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact 2000. IKEA recognises the fundamental principles of Human Rights, as defined by the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” (United Nations 1948) and adheres to the United Nations sanction list and European Union restrictive measures list" IWAY is the Ikea code of conduct detailing the following - "Child labour is not used at the Supplier"[...]"There is no forced, prison, bonded or involuntary labour."[...]"Freedom of association The Supplier respects the rights of Workers to join, form or not to join an association of their choice without fear of reprisal, interference, intimidation or harassment. In countries where the right to freedom of association is regulated, restricted or prohibited by law, the Supplier does not hinder alternative forms of independent and free Worker representation."[...]Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment"
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "12.2 Discrimination There is no discrimination with regards to Workers based on race, religion, gender identity, marital or family status, age, political affiliation, nationality, physical ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other dimension of their identity during recruitment and employment."
        • Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          1/1
          Commitment to remediation
          Yes
          0.5/1
          What does the commitment cover?: Social harm
          "Where human rights risks are identified, we strengthen our due diligence processes and, when necessary, provide access to a remedy" "Through the application of human rights due diligence procedures, we continuously strengthen our efforts to identify, assess, and take action on the human rights impacts of our business activities and relationships"
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        7/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          Reporting is independently verified
          Yes, using a third-party verification scheme or certification scheme
          0/2
          For what percent of the company's supply volume is third-party verification of performance relative to commitments conducted?: NA

          Which processes or groups does the company use for third party verification?: RTRS

          Which tools, approaches, third-party verification, including certification, schemes are used?: RTRS

          What percent of the company's supply volume is verified using company verification systems?: 0%

          What methods are used for verification?: RTRS

          Is the performance of compliance of some suppliers, sources, or origins not verified, and if so why not?: NA
          "Round Table on Responsible Soy (RTRS)- certified soy credits cover 100% of the volume of soy that we expect is being consumed by the animals in our supply chain for food, leather, down and feather products."
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "IWAY defines what we expect of you, as a supplier in the IKEA value chain, when taking care of people, the planet and animals. [...] The most demanding requirements are always complied with, whether they are legal or IWAY requirements. Should IWAY requirements contradict the applicable laws or regulations, the law is complied with and prevails. In such cases, IKEA is informed immediately and alternative ways to respect the IWAY requirement are looked for."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          No
          0/4
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audits
          "2.6 Internal audits Transparent and reliable routines to ensure, verify and report IWAY (or equivalent) compliance are implemented. The verification is completed at least once every 12 months and records are kept for 24 months."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Does the company work with the non-compliant supplier to develop an implementation plan to remedy associated harms or non-compliance?: No

          Does the company engage non-compliant indirect suppliers in order to address and remedy non-compliance?: No

          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No
          "In more complex supply chains, such as pork, beef and dairy, where it is more challenging to trace the soy in animal feed, it can be difficult to influence the feed used by farmers."
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
          Does the company have a list of blacklisted or otherwise excluded suppliers or producers?: No
  • * commodity scores for which a company is not a powerbroker are given half the weighting of other commodities in total scores

  • Commitment strength
    12/17
    Avg. score
  • Implementation and Reporting
    13/56
    Avg. score
  • Associated Human Rights Abuses
    5/17
    Avg. score

Profile

IKEA is a Swedish home furniture company. There are over 350 IKEA stores worldwide, with more than 180,000 employees. According to the company, it is the largest producer of wooden furniture in the world, meaning that its operations require large amounts of timber. It is also exposed to leather in furniture, and palm oil in candles and food. IKEA Group is selected as a powerbroker for leather, timber and paper packaging and is also assessed for its exposure to palm oil.

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Industry sector 
Homefurnishing Retail, Paper Packaging
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Retailer
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Netherlands
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