JA Solar Technology Co Ltd

Common Name
JA Solar Technology
Country
China (Mainland)
Sector
Technology
Industry
Solar
Employees
37,289
Ticker
002459
Exchange
SHENZHEN STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
JA Solar Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-performance photovoltaic products used extensively in the solar power sector. The company's primary function is the product...

JA Solar Technology's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, JA Solar Technology completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

JA Solar Technology has also provided a category-level breakdown for 15 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. JA Solar Technology's ESG Report 2024
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b. JA Solar Technology's ESG Report 2022
b. JA Solar Technology's ESG Report 2022

Insights into JA Solar Technology's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JA Solar Technology amounted to 4,552,181 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JA Solar Technology increased by 58.5%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

JA Solar Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e+14%+28%+141%-2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are JA Solar Technology's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of JA Solar Technology were 107,171 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has JA Solar Technology reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, JA Solar Technology's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 246.1%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), JA Solar Technology's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 1.84%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are JA Solar Technology's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,220,788 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 4,445,010 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

What methodology does JA Solar Technology use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

JA Solar Technology's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into JA Solar Technology's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported 32,233,663 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of JA Solar Technology includes a breakdown across 13 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, down from 15 in 2023, indicating a decline in reporting granularity and reduced insight into the company's full value chain emissions. a

JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202408.5 M17 M25.5 M34 MtCO2e+36%+52%+55%+32%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported total Scope 3 emissions of 32,233,663 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 99.53% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0.47% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has JA Solar Technology reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 324.4%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 emissions increased by 32.37%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does JA Solar Technology disclose?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported emissions for 13 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 27,778,243 tCO₂e (86.18%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 2,775,785 tCO₂e (8.61%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 959,120 tCO₂e (2.98%)

JA Solar Technology's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(3.0%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(86.2%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(8.6%)

Insights into JA Solar Technology’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 107,171 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 9,608 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 11.15 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

JA Solar Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2050020,000500,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)TTJXZTTTCL ZhonghuanYear: 2023Scope 1: 38,515 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,322Scope 1 Intensity: 4.63 tCO2e/$MNinestarYear: 2023Scope 1: 269 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,385Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MTrina SolarYear: 2023Scope 1: 107,700 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,955Scope 1 Intensity: 6.75 tCO2e/$MQuectel Wireless SolutionsYear: 2023Scope 1: 38 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,955Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MFiberhome Telecommunication TechnologiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 16,814 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,380Scope 1 Intensity: 3.84 tCO2e/$MTTTianma MicroelectronicsYear: 2022Scope 1: 263,187 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,516Scope 1 Intensity: 58.27 tCO2e/$MiSoftStoneYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,032 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,474Scope 1 Intensity: 2.03 tCO2e/$MCVTEYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,835 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MJJJonhon Optronic TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,777 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,824Scope 1 Intensity: 0.63 tCO2e/$MShanghai Aiko Solar EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,521 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,823Scope 1 Intensity: 1.44 tCO2e/$MGCL SIYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,310 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,247Scope 1 Intensity: 0.58 tCO2e/$MAvary Holding ShenzhenYear: 2022Scope 1: 65,921 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,200Scope 1 Intensity: 12.68 tCO2e/$MAAC Technologies HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,766 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,076Scope 1 Intensity: 2.15 tCO2e/$MDSBJYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,525 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,038Scope 1 Intensity: 3.08 tCO2e/$MTongweiYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,212,243 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,573Scope 1 Intensity: 61.94 tCO2e/$MJinko SolarYear: 2023Scope 1: 104,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,699Scope 1 Intensity: 6.23 tCO2e/$MFlat Glass GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,547,423 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,560Scope 1 Intensity: 1,776.39 tCO2e/$MCowell e HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,091 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,220Scope 1 Intensity: 0.15 tCO2e/$MShanghai Longcheer TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,132 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,825Scope 1 Intensity: 0.56 tCO2e/$MDMEGCYear: 2023Scope 1: 70,982 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,775Scope 1 Intensity: 25.58 tCO2e/$MXXXinte EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,454,305 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,732Scope 1 Intensity: 941.23 tCO2e/$MZZZhongji InnolightYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,088 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,508Scope 1 Intensity: 0.72 tCO2e/$MIBIYear: 2023Scope 1: 222 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,130Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MRisen EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 58,895 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,971Scope 1 Intensity: 11.85 tCO2e/$MXinyi Solar HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,432,651 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,073Scope 1 Intensity: 1,768.00 tCO2e/$MJA Solar TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 107,171 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,608Scope 1 Intensity: 11.15 tCO2e/$M

How does JA Solar Technology's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 11.15 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.08 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does JA Solar Technology rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, JA Solar Technology ranked 18 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

JA Solar Technology is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into JA Solar Technology's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, JA Solar Technology reported a total carbon footprint of 36,785,844 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 35.12% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to JA Solar Technology's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 87.63% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 12.08%. a

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