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Ingka, the principal owner of IKEA stores worldwide, is venturing into new territories seeking renewable energy investments, particularly in South Korea and Japan, with a keen interest in offshore wind opportunities. Peter van der Poel, the managing director of Ingka Investments, shared insights about the company's strategic move to decarbonize its operations and the broader supply chain.
Offshore Wind: A Promising Avenue
According to CNA, despite not having any wind or solar investments in South Korea and Japan, Ingka considers offshore wind facilities a viable option, mainly due to the high land costs in these countries. This expansion aligns with Japan's ambitious goals to ramp up offshore wind power to 10 gigawatts by 2030 and 45 GW by 2040, following the government's decision to expand turbine installation zones to include exclusive economic zones (EEZ).
Investment Strategy and Commitments
With a commitment to invest 7.5 billion euros in renewable energy by 2030, Ingka has already allocated 4 billion euros to various projects, per Reuters. The company boasts a capacity of 2.5 GW, a significant contribution to its sustainability objectives. Ingka's involvement in renewable energy emphasizes decarbonization efforts in Europe and underscores the long-term benefits despite the challenges of higher costs, inflation, and supply chain constraints.
Overcoming Challenges with a Long-term Perspective
Acknowledging the complexities of the offshore wind sector, Van der Poel remains optimistic about Ingka's prospects, citing the recent acquisition of Norway's first commercial offshore wind farm auction with Parkwind and a Japanese-backed partner. The collaboration plans to install 90 windmills with a capacity of 17 MW each, aiming for operational status by 2030.
Van der Poel expressed confidence in Ingka's business model, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices and renewable energy as essential components of its global decarbonization strategy.
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