Ja Solar Holdings
JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly known as JA Solar, is a leading global manufacturer of solar products headquartered in China. Established in 2005, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America, solidifying its position in the renewable energy sector. Specialising in the production of high-performance solar cells, modules, and systems, JA Solar is renowned for its innovative technology and commitment to quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest suppliers of solar products worldwide, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and efficiency. With a robust market presence, JA Solar has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the solar industry, making it a trusted name among investors and customers alike. Its dedication to advancing solar energy solutions continues to drive its growth and influence in the global market.
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Ja Solar Holdings's score of 44 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ja Solar Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JA Solar Holdings reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e, comprising 109,178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,762,785,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 35,406,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and Scope 2 emissions increasing from approximately 1,548,463,000 kg CO2e in the same year. JA Solar 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 58.8% by 2034, using 2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 63.8% per megawatt of solar-related products produced within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, both from the 2023 baseline. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect JA Solar's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,965,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,214,319,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,595,100,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Ja Solar Holdings is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
