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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ja Solar Holdings's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Ja Solar Holdings's score of 22 is higher than 74% 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, headquartered in China (CN), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 109,178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,762,785,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses upstream transportation and distribution, among other categories. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 45,268,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 1,834,111,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows an increase in emissions over the years, with 2021 emissions at approximately 10,299,525,000 kg CO2e and 2020 emissions at about 7,595,100,000 kg CO2e. Despite the rising emissions, JA Solar has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced transparency and accountability in their climate strategy. The company operates within the solar energy sector, which is critical for global decarbonisation efforts, and its emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both operational and supply chain emissions to align with industry standards for sustainability.
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Get Started| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ja Solar Holdings is not committed to any 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.
