Jinkosolar
JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd., commonly known as JinkoSolar, is a leading global solar energy solutions provider headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. JinkoSolar specialises in the manufacturing of high-efficiency solar modules, offering a diverse range of products that stand out for their innovative technology and reliability. The company has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the largest solar module manufacturers worldwide, recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability. With a strong market position, JinkoSolar has garnered accolades for its advanced solar solutions, contributing to the global transition towards clean energy. Its dedication to research and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of the solar industry, driving progress and efficiency in solar technology.
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Jinkosolar's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JinkoSolar, headquartered in China (CN), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 29,457,900 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 104,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,074,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 29,457,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, JinkoSolar has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. From 2018 to 2023, the company has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from 70,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 104,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions increased from 1,354,700,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 5,074,900,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Scope 3 emissions have also risen from 1,367,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 29,457,900,000 kg CO2e in 2023. JinkoSolar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, JinkoSolar plans to increase its renewable electricity sourcing from 51% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company aims to reduce emissions from purchased goods and services by 58.2% per megawatt of solar-related product produced by 2032. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from various categories, including upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, also by 2050. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect JinkoSolar's dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 70,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,354,700,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,367,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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