Sustainable development
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In 2022, JA Solar joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and the short-term, long-term and net-zero targets were officially validated by SBTi in 2024.
2030

42% reduction in total GHG emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2) compared to 2023

-42%

Creation of full life cycle green products

100% sustainability-related certification of mainstream suppliers

100%

Establishment of a diversified, equitable and inclusive management system

Support of sustainable investment and financing

Support the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights by having in place a policy to respect human rights and a human rights due diligence process

2034

Reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 58.8% by 2034 from a 2023 base year

-58.8%

Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services 63.8% per MW of solar related products produced by 2034 from a 2023 base year

-63.8%
2050

Achievement of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions

0

Become a global leader in sustainable development

Reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2023 base year

-90%

Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel- and energy-related activities and upstream transportation and distribution 97% per MW of solar related products produced by 2050 from a 2023 base year

-97%
Environmental Initiatives
Social Initiatives
Commits not to invest in fossil-fuel expansion
Mid-term water consumption target
From 2022 to 2025, the water consumption intensity per unit
output will decrease by no less than 0.8% year-on-year
JA Solar Joins United Nations Global Compact's "Forward Faster" Initiative

On 15 March 2024, JA Solar officially committed to joining the "Forward Faster" initiative launched by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), accelerating progress toward achieving sustainable development goals in the areas of gender equality, climate action, living wage, and finance & investment.

Gender Equality

Equal representation, participation and leadership across all levels of management by 2030.

Equal pay for work of equal value by 2030.

JA Solar will uphold its commitments, set targets, and take responsible measures to achieve gender balance and equal pay. By eliminating barriers that hinder women from joining the workforce and fostering an environment of mutual respect and empowerment for all employees, JA Solar will create an inclusive workplace.
Living Wage

100 per cent of employees across the organization earn a living wage by 2030.

Establish a joint action plan(s) with contractors, supply chain partners and other key stakeholders to work towards achieving living wages and/or living incomes with measurable and time-bound milestones.

JA Solar will promote living wage guarantees through industry collaboration and cooperation with relevant stakeholders, driving progress in the value chain through responsible procurement practices and favorable national frameworks.
Climate Action

Set corporate science-based net-zero emissions reductions targets through the Science Based Targets initiative, aligning action with a 1.5°C pathway with a goal of reaching net-zero by 2050 at the latest.

Contribute to a just transition by taking concrete actions that address social impacts of climate change mitigation and adaptation measures in partnership with actors such as workers, unions, communities and suppliers.

Finance & Investment

Align corporate investment – to the fullest extent possible – with SDG policies and strategies, and set targets, track and report on the amount and proportion of such SDG investments.

Establish a corporate financing strategy that is linked to SDG investments and performance, and report on the amount and proportion of such SDG finance.