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 22 is higher than 75% 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 carbon emissions of approximately 22,004,721,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 109,178,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,762,785,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 22,804,695,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 2,871,963,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 45,268,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,834,111,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 15,702,382,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,879,379,000 kg CO2e. For 2021, JA Solar's emissions totalled about 10,299,525,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 35,406,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,548,463,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 10,299,525,000 kg CO2e, leading to combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 1,583,869,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the company reported total emissions of around 7,595,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 30,965,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,214,319,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 7,595,100,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,245,284,000 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from JA Solar Holdings. The company operates within the solar energy sector, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints, yet specific initiatives or commitments to emissions reduction have not been outlined.
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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 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.
