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JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.

JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd., a leading player in the solar energy sector, is headquartered in China (CN) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly evolved, achieving significant milestones in solar technology innovation and production capacity. Specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance photovoltaic products, JA Solar offers a diverse range of solar cells, modules, and system solutions. Their commitment to quality and efficiency sets them apart in a competitive market, making them a preferred choice for both residential and commercial applications. With a strong market position, JA Solar has been recognised for its contributions to renewable energy, consistently ranking among the top solar manufacturers globally. Their focus on sustainability and cutting-edge technology continues to drive their success in the ever-evolving solar industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.'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.

47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.'s score of 47 is higher than 98% 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 Technology Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 28,719,630,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 109,178,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 2,762,785,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 24,351,855,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 58.8% by 2034 from a 2023 baseline and achieve a 90% reduction by 2050. Additionally, JA Solar is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 63.8% per megawatt of solar-related products produced by 2034, and by 97% by 2050. The company has also pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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2023
Scope 1
109,178,000
Scope 2
2,762,785,000
Scope 3
24,351,855,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd. is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd. is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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