The Swedish furniture giant, Ikea plans to stop selling animal products in their store and has set a target of eliminating dairy products by 2030. The company has made this announcement as part of its broader sustainability goals, which include becoming climate positive by the year 2030.
IKEA’s food court is almost as well-known as its furnishings and housewares. As part of its ongoing sustainability efforts, the multinational retailer promised in November 2020 to make half of its menu plant-based by 2025.
IKEA recently released its 2022 Sustainability Report, which details how the business is progressing towards its climate goal of becoming a climate positive company by 2030.
IKEA has been experimenting with vegan alternatives for some time, having released its first version of plant-based Swedish meatballs in 2015. Since then, the furniture juggernaut has added new items such as vegetarian hot dogs, dairy-free soft serve and plant-based chicken.
There are only a few plant-based dishes on the menu at US shops (as opposed to Europe, where vegan options include dairy-free soft serve). But, the future could contain more vegan food.
Dairy production is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, according to environmental leaders, and the industry has also been linked to deforestation and other environmental issues. The decision by IKEA to remove dairy products from its menus will almost certainly have a major effect on the industry.
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According to the report, “as a significant food provider, the IKEA business also has a responsibility to inspire and enable healthier and more sustainable food options. ” By introducing new products and enhancing our communication strategy, we continued the work of enhancing and extending our plant-based food offering throughout the year as 520 million visitors sampled its food in its bistros, cafes, and restaurants in 2022, with the footprint of its food playing a significant role.
The report stated, “We continue to investigate where and how we can eliminate or replace dairy in our range (without sacrificing taste) to further reduce the climate impact of our food ingredients.”
Ikea’s sustainable plant-based food hall
Environmental leader gave definition to this sustainable food hall at IKEA is a concept designed to provide consumers with a variety of affordable, convenient, and delectable sustainable and healthy food options. The company is committed to having a positive effect on people and the environment by providing high-quality, sustainable, and accessible plant-based cuisine.
The company’s parent company, Ingka Group, announced in December 2022 that it will launch a new dining concept called Saluhall, which will feature an 80 percent plant-based menu. With Saluhall we will go beyond dining to inspire many people with more sustainable food options such as plant based dishes,” said jens Nielson, the commercial and digital director of ingka centre.
greenqueen Ingka is currently targeting Changsha, China, San Francisco, California, and Gurugram, India for Saluhall.
IKEA is devoted to continuing its progress towards its sustainability objectives in the future. The report states, “We will promote healthier, more sustainable behaviours, such as preventing and reducing food-related waste, consuming more plant-based and nutritious food, and acquiring, caring for, and passing on products in a circular manner.”
A key characteristics of the sustainable food hall is its emphasis on reducing food waste
To do so according to environmental leader The company has implemented a “food waste hero” programme that encourages customers to carry home leftover food at discounted price. We support this kind of work.
Nathaniel Bahadursingh reported at archinect.com The menus of Saluhall will focus on the four pillars of Nordic street food: bread, beer, sandwiches, and ice cream. The spaces will also function as street food markets. The affordable food options will include oat-milk ice cream and plant-based sandwiches, among others.
Does Ikea have plant-based food ?
Right now only few plant based dishes are available at ikea’s vegan food court which are vegan hot dogs, vegan meatballs and soft vanilla ice cream. But they have a goal of moving it toward 100 percent of plant based food.
Vegan food available at ikea’s food market
To answer to this question “What food is vegan in IKEA?” Katt Smith listed following 8 vegan food at Vegnews that are available at ikea’s food market.
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Vegan hot dogs
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Vegan minced meat
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Vegan meatballs
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Vegetable balls
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Grain mixes
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Organic pasta
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Muesli & porridge
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Vegan cookies
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Jams & jellies
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Vegan candy
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Vegan bread & crispbread
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Potato chips
I bet that you would not get upset with these vegan options at ikea because
It’s a bonus that the veggie dog is also exceptionally tasty and is less expensive than the regular hot dog, updated on mashed by KRISTINA MANENTE. So why not simultaneously protect the environment and your arteries?
We believe that ikea’s sustainable report to remove dairy is a good decison for us and environment. isn’t it ?
