Jinkosolar
JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd., commonly known as JinkoSolar, is a leading global solar energy solutions provider headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. JinkoSolar specialises in the manufacturing of high-efficiency solar modules, offering a diverse range of products that stand out for their innovative technology and reliability. The company has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the largest solar module manufacturers worldwide, recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability. With a strong market position, JinkoSolar has garnered accolades for its advanced solar solutions, contributing to the global transition towards clean energy. Its dedication to research and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of the solar industry, driving progress and efficiency in solar technology.
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Jinkosolar's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JinkoSolar Co., Ltd., headquartered in China, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The company’s total emissions included approximately 104,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,074,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 29,457,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering direct and indirect emissions associated with their operations. JinkoSolar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by 2032, using 2022 as the base year. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This commitment includes a long-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050 and to significantly cut Scope 3 emissions, including a 58.2% reduction in emissions from purchased goods and services per megawatt of solar-related product produced by 2032. The company is also focused on transitioning to renewable energy, with a goal to power all its solar plants and global operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025. These initiatives are part of JinkoSolar's broader strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and contribute to global climate action efforts.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,354,700,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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