First Solar

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is First Solar doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 61

First Solar has a DitchCarbon Score of 61, indicating a moderate level of sustainability in their operations. This score reflects the company’s efforts to manage its carbon intensity relative to its industry peers. A higher score would suggest a greater commitment to reducing carbon intensity and enhancing sustainable practices.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

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First Solar is a company in the energy generation and distribution industry, which has a carbon intensity ranking of low. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

Very low

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Very high

First Solar, located in the US, benefits from a low carbon intensity rating in the region, indicating a smaller carbon footprint for its operations. This suggests that the company’s sustainability efforts are supported by the country’s overall lower reliance on carbon-intensive energy sources.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

30.56%

...this company is doing 30.56% better in emissions than the industry average.

First Solar, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Tempe, operates within the energy generation and distribution industry, specializing in photovoltaic solar systems. As a leader in the field, the company offers advanced thin-film solar modules and integrated power plant solutions that present a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. First Solar is committed to environmental stewardship, encompassing everything from raw material sourcing to end-of-life module recycling.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for First Solar

First Solar should establish emissions reduction targets for their purchased goods and services to encourage investment in lower carbon footprint alternatives and foster collaboration with suppliers on sustainability initiatives, potentially reducing their emissions by 25%.

Good news, First Solar has committed to SBTi targets

First Solar has pledged to set science-based emissions reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment means the company is aligning its carbon reduction strategy with the goals of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming.
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