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JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as JA Solar, is a leading player in the solar thermal electricity industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in solar energy solutions, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America.
Specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance solar products, JA Solar offers a diverse range of photovoltaic cells, modules, and systems. Their commitment to quality and efficiency sets them apart in a competitive market, contributing to their reputation as a trusted provider of renewable energy solutions.
With numerous accolades and a strong market position, JA Solar continues to drive advancements in solar technology, making substantial contributions to the global transition towards sustainable energy.
40
DitchCarbon score
+29 vs industry average
Ja Solar Holdings’s score of 40 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Solar Thermal Electricity is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
3.039
20182025
The Solar Thermal Electricity industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ja Solar Holdings's reported carbon emissions
JA Solar Holdings, a China-based company in the "Electricity by solar thermal" industry, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 27.2 billion kg CO2e in 2023. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 109.18 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 2.76 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 24.35 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were the use of sold products (23.58 billion kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (685.08 million kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (771.08 million kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (771.08 million kg CO2e).
Looking at previous years, JA Solar Holdings's total emissions were approximately 17.58 billion kg CO2e in 2022, 11.88 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and 8.84 billion kg CO2e in 2020. This data is reported directly by JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. There are no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges currently available for JA Solar Holdings.
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Ja Solar Holdings’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.2034 targetSee details
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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