Steve Howard
Head of Sustainability | Inspiring Corporate Climate Action
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Steve Howard is a leading global expert on corporate sustainability and climate action. As Chief Sustainability Officer at IKEA, he spearheaded the company's ambitious climate positive strategy, including a commitment to become climate positive by 2030.
Howard's expertise has been recognized with a UN Global Climate Action Award and a position on the World Economic Forum's Global Agenda Council. His data-driven keynotes inspire business leaders to implement bold environmental initiatives that drive long-term value and make a positive impact.
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Let's go all-in on selling sustainability
The big blue buildings of Ikea have sprouted solar panels and wind turbines; inside, shelves are stocked with LED lighting and recycled cotton. Why? Because as Steve Howard puts it: “Sustainability has gone from a nice-to-do to a must-do.” Howard, the chief sustainability officer at the furniture megastore, talks about his quest to sell eco-friendly materials and practices -- both internally and to worldwide customers -- and lays a challenge for other global giants.
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