yingli
Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited, commonly known as Yingli, is a leading player in the solar energy industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 1998, Yingli has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of photovoltaic (PV) modules, with a strong presence in key markets across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its high-quality solar panels, which are distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. Yingli's core products include monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar modules, designed to deliver exceptional efficiency and reliability. Over the years, Yingli has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first Chinese solar manufacturers to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. With a robust market position, Yingli has garnered numerous accolades for its contributions to renewable energy, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in solar solutions.
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yingli's score of 17 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
yingli's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yingli reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions amounting to approximately 71,939,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 58,367,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 71,939,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 17,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company’s total emissions were approximately 18,297,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,385,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Yingli has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3 in recent years, with a notable focus on transparency regarding their carbon footprint. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their reports, indicating a potential area for future commitment to climate action. Overall, Yingli's emissions data reflects the company's operational impact on climate change, and the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced sustainability strategies moving forward.
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| 2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,368,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,451,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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yingli 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.
