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JA Solar Technology Co Ltd

Common Name
JA Solar Technology
Country
China (Mainland)
Sector
Technology
Industry
Solar
Employees
25,260
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 Waste Data Preview

In 2025, JA Solar Technology conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.

Metric (tonnes)2025202420232022-2019
Total Waste Generated
245,712.77a
389,803.28a
238,704.15a
Total Waste Recovered
237,522.21a
338,831.41a
171,700.77a
Total Hazardous Waste Generated
2,567.07a
9,956.96a
2,194.84a
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
5,909.08a
41,554.52a
N/A
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a. JA Solar Technology's ESG Report 2025

Insights into JA Solar Technology's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2025, JA Solar Technology generated a total of 245,713metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 96.67% of JA Solar Technology's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 3.33% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a

JA Solar Technology's Waste Recovery Rate

97%

How much of JA Solar Technology's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2025, JA Solar Technology reported a total waste generation of 245,713 metric tonnes, of which 96.67% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that JA Solar Technology has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a

Has JA Solar Technology reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, JA Solar Technology's total waste generation increased by 2.94%, but declined by 36.96% in the year 2025, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a

Over the same period, JA Solar Technology's waste recovery rate increased by 34.39%, including a 11.21% rise in 2025, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a

Overall, while JA Solar Technology has increased waste over the long term, recent reductions in waste generation and strong improvements in recovery indicate a strategic pivot toward better waste management and more sustainable practices.

JA Solar Technology’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

202420250100 k200 k300 k400 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into JA Solar Technology’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2025, JA Solar Technology generated a total of 245,713 metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 1.04% of JA Solar Technology's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment.98.96% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a

JA Solar Technology’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

2023202420250100 k200 k300 k400 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How JA Solar Technology reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, JA Solar Technology's total waste generation rose by 2.94%, but dropped by 36.96% in 2025, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a

Over the same period, JA Solar Technology saw a long-term increase of 13.62% in hazardous waste share, but a 59.1% reduction in 2025, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a

Overall, JA Solar Technology's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.a

How does JA Solar Technology treat its hazardous waste?

In 2025, JA Solar Technology reported that 2,567 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.04% of its overall waste generation.a

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 11.16% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.a

Breakdown of JA Solar Technology's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(96.6%)
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