Ja Solar Holdings Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Benchmark
Ja Solar Holdings's score of 50 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ja Solar Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 109,178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,762,785,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by upstream transportation and distribution, which accounted for about 22,895,695,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e in total, with 45,268,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,834,111,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a notable increase in emissions year-on-year, particularly in Scope 3. JA Solar has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company is a current subsidiary of JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd., which may influence its emissions reporting and climate strategies. However, no specific SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or climate pledges have been identified in the available data. Overall, JA Solar Holdings is positioned within a rapidly evolving industry context, where transparency and accountability in carbon emissions are increasingly critical for stakeholders.
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| 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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ja Solar Holdings's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 40% last year and increased by approximately 190% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 104% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ja Solar Holdings's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ja Solar Holdings has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
