Trina Solar, officially known as Trina Solar Co., Ltd., is a leading provider of research and development services within the renewable energy sector, headquartered in China. Since its founding in 1997, the company has established a strong presence across major markets, including Asia, Europe, and North America, specialising in photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing, solar project development, and innovative R&D solutions.
Renowned for its advanced solar technologies and high-efficiency products, Trina Solar has earned a reputation for quality and innovation in the solar industry. The company's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and continuous technological advancements has positioned it as a key player in the global solar market, contributing significantly to the transition towards cleaner energy sources.
+10 vs industry average
Trina Solar’s score of 40 is higher than 58% 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
Research Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Trina Solar's reported carbon emissions
Trina Solar's total carbon emissions for 2024 were approximately 25.7 billion kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 3 emissions were the most significant contributor, totalling around 22.8 billion kg CO2e, followed by Scope 2 at approximately 2.8 billion kg CO2e (market-based) and Scope 1 at about 79.4 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 23.5 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 21.4 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 at approximately 2.1 billion kg CO2e (market-based) and Scope 1 at roughly 107.7 million kg CO2e.
Trina Solar has set several emissions reduction targets. They aim to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030, and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from the same baseline by 2030. Furthermore, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. There is also a target to reduce the GHG emissions intensity of modules in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 40% by 2025 against a 2020 baseline. Looking further ahead, Trina Solar has a long-term vision of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
In terms of emission intensity for modules, the GHG emission intensity for Scope 1 and 2 was approximately 8,320 kg CO2e/MW in 2024, a reduction from approximately 9,300 kg CO2e/MW in 2023.
The company's HQ is located in China, and its industry is Research and development services (73). Trina Solar's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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Trina Solar’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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