New Partner IKEA Inspires Responsible Use of Wood
The IUFRO World Congress 2024 is proud to announce IKEA as a Platinum Sponsor, marking a significant milestone in the congress’s commitment to addressing sustainable forestry and management research.
This partnership underscores the shared values between IKEA and the IUFRO World Congress in fostering a healthier, more resilient world through conscious efforts towards biodiversity conservation and climate action.
With almost 98% of the wood used in IKEA products being either recycled or FSC-certified, IKEA sets an industry standard for sustainability and responsible resource use.
“At IKEA, we are determined to use nature’s unique capabilities to remove and store carbon from the atmosphere rather than carbon offsetting. We will continue promoting responsible forest management and developing traceability and responsible usage of wood. More science is needed, and we want to showcase how the private sector can support and inspire forest management research,” says Ulf Johansson, Global Raw Material Manager at Inter IKEA Group.
“Our partnership with the IUFRO World Congress 2024 is a testament to our commitment to do business with an impact and contributing to global efforts to reverse nature loss.”
Fredrik Ingemarson, Chair of the Congress Organizing Committee, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:
“Having IKEA onboard not only elevates the stature of our congress but also aligns perfectly with our mission to foster global dialogues and collaborations for a sustainable future. IKEA’s pioneering efforts in sustainability and biodiversity are an inspiration to our attendees and the broader scientific community.”
The IUFRO World Congress 2024 offers unique opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering partnerships for a sustainable future.
About IKEA
IKEA is the global leader in home furnishings. There are several companies with different owners working under the IKEA Brand, all sharing the same vision: to create a better everyday life for many people.
IKEA is committed to responsible forest management and through their IKEA Forest Agenda for 2030, they aim to use theirs size and global reach to work beyond their supply chain to positively influence, or even transform, the forestry industry. Read more about IKEA:s wood control system.
