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We’re one year closer to our 2030 sustainably goals. Here are a few highlights from the past year. You can read about these and more in this year’s IKEA Sustainability Report and our new IKEA Climate Report. https://about.ikea.com/en/sustainability/sustainability-report-highlights …pic.twitter.com/0YZY3Q84Vg

In a step forward to create a more sustainable POÄNG, we're piloting a test to replace foam in its cushions with wood wool. Just a little firmer, this new material is a by-product of the lumber industry and is biodegradable. https://about.ikea.com/en/life-at-home/behind-the-scenes/2021/12/10/replacing-foam-to-create-a-more-sustainable-icon …pic.twitter.com/F9i6Q6FGjh

“We can be better at inspiring and enabling people to live a more sustainable everyday life. Not only do we have an opportunity to take the lead in our industry to make a difference, with the scale we have—we have the responsibility to.” – Johan Ejdemopic.twitter.com/Wx5nb2gV6Z

"As a designer, I also see history in good design. What was once good design might not be any longer, but the design should tell a story about the context in which it was once made to create joy or fulfil a need.” – Johan Ejdemopic.twitter.com/IZ3XkpZcd4

“One of the greatest things we can do is to create joy for another human being. Design is a tool for that.” – Johan Ejdemopic.twitter.com/YXHl35uOnV

Come 2022, Johan Ejdemo will step in to form part of the first-ever duo of IKEA design managers We spoke with Johan about his journey in design, the strength of the collective and the stories design can—and should—tell. Read the story: https://about.ikea.com/en/life-at-home/behind-the-scenes/2021/12/15/johan-on-storytelling-and-circularity-by-design …pic.twitter.com/5FZMvmbKNU

We are strengthening the social entrepreneurs’ program by adding three new strategic large-scale partners. Learn how this move will create more possibilities to offer more handmade products to the many people: https://about.ikea.com/en/newsroom/2021/12/08/ikea-scales-up-social-business-collaborations-by-adding-new-impactful-strategic-partners … #IKEASocialEntrepreneurshippic.twitter.com/TAclGUwlxE

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our collaborator and friend Virgil Abloh. At IKEA, we will forever remember him as the true visionary, professional, creative mind and artist he was. Our deepest condolences to his family, colleagues and those who called him a friend.pic.twitter.com/m9VHsYN0z9

Almost as good as new. And better for the planet. Now you can shop used IKEA at IKEA. Visit your local IKEA site for more details. #BlackFriday #GreenFriday #IKEApic.twitter.com/VR5AKhTudS

Our co-worker, Kanako from IKEA Japan, created a handbag version of the bright fuschia KARISMATISK bag using the iconic blue bag! Now that's handy! #KARISMATISK #FRAKTApic.twitter.com/JFobVKuSLv

Reducing plastic waste and pollution is a priority for us, so we aim to phase out plastic packaging by 2028. Read on to find out why and how we're going to do that by using renewable and recyclable materials: https://about.ikea.com/en/newsroom/2021/11/17/ikea-to-phase-out-plastic-from-consumer-packaging-by-2028 … #IKEApic.twitter.com/OrQIeuCXZC

We are a big buyer of transport that goes with responsibility. We aim to reduce the carbon footprint on ocean and land transport by an average of 70% by 2030. We take actions to reduce, replace and rethink. Join our fossil-free journey: https://about.ikea.com/en/about-us/our-view-on/decarbonising-transport … #COP26 #climatepic.twitter.com/XrF1rTT8XN

A move to clean transportation is key to creating a better future. Discover what we’re doing to help accelerate the transition: https://www.ingka.com/projects/driving-a-more-sustainable-future/ … #COP26 #AssembleABetterFuturepic.twitter.com/YZj5oSCILP

The moment is now. Climate action can't wait any longer. Join #OHOP2021 today at 19:30 CET to hear thinkers, doers & leaders discuss the need for urgent change & the actions we can all take to #AssembleABetterFuture. https://www.ingka.com/one-home-one-planet … #COP26pic.twitter.com/0EOR9AUleG

Big challenges call for big solutions. Tune in to #OHOP21 on 9 November to hear thinkers, doers and leaders discuss the global response to climate change. Watch the event, get inspired and discover how we can take action https://www.ingka.com/one-home-one-planet … #AssembleABetterFuture #COP26pic.twitter.com/pqys6j7l4h

As a renewable, recyclable, and sustainable raw material – wood will play a critical role in our transformation to become a circular and climate positive business by 2030. Read more: https://about.ikea.com/en/sustainability/becoming-climate-positive/let-us-assemble-a-better-future-together … #COP26pic.twitter.com/ua1Em1tsYG