Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd., commonly known as Sungrow, is a leading player in the solar thermal electricity industry, headquartered in China. Founded in 1997, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Sungrow is renowned for its innovative solar inverters and energy storage solutions, which are designed to enhance the efficiency and reliability of solar power systems.
With a commitment to sustainability, Sungrow has achieved significant milestones, including the development of cutting-edge technologies that set it apart from competitors. The company’s core products, such as its high-performance inverters, are distinguished by their advanced features and robust performance. Sungrow's market position is bolstered by its extensive research and development efforts, making it a trusted name in the renewable energy sector.
+7 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Solar Thermal Electricity is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Solar Thermal Electricity industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sungrow's reported carbon emissions
Sungrow, a prominent player in the electricity by solar thermal industry, headquartered in China, has reported its carbon emissions and established climate commitments.
For the reporting year 2023, Sungrow reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 3.29 million kg CO2e. This represented a decrease of about 1.50 million kg CO2e compared to the previous year, 2022, when Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 43.47 million kg CO2e (comprising 3.46 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 39.79 million kg CO2e for Scope 2). In 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 38.23 million kg CO2e. The earliest reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions data available is for 2020, which amounted to approximately 28.72 million kg CO2e.
Sungrow has set specific reduction targets. The company aims to reduce energy consumption per unit of product production by at least 10% by 2025, compared to 2020 levels, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In terms of absolute emissions, the company reported a reduction of approximately 3.5% in Scope 1 + Scope 2 emissions between 2022 and 2023.
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Sungrow’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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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