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Trina Solar

Trina Solar Limited, a leading global provider of solar energy solutions, is headquartered in China (CN) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, achieving significant milestones such as being one of the first manufacturers to produce high-efficiency solar modules. Trina Solar's core offerings include high-performance solar panels, energy storage systems, and smart energy solutions, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. The company is renowned for its advanced manufacturing processes and rigorous quality control, positioning it among the top solar manufacturers worldwide. With numerous awards and recognitions, Trina Solar continues to drive the transition to renewable energy, making a substantial impact on the global solar market.

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58

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Trina Solar's score of 58 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Trina Solar's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Trina Solar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,665,400,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 79,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 2,816,600,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of about 22,769,400,000 kg CO2e. This represents an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 23,535,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 107,700,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at around 1,989,700,000 kg CO2e. Trina Solar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for 100% renewable energy use in global manufacturing and operations by 2030. They are also targeting a near-zero reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, with a specific goal to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 50% and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with their long-term vision of leading in smart solar energy solutions. These initiatives reflect Trina Solar's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.

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Scope 1
9,100,000
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Scope 2
600,400,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Trina Solar's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Trina Solar is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Trina Solar is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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