Established a comprehensive responsible supply chain management system that starts with policy formulation and risk identification - these include JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct, JA Solar Responsible Sourcing Policy, and JA Solar Conflict Minerals Management Policy and so forth
Signing rate of JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct among core suppliers 100%
100%We improved the “Supplier Sustainability Assessment” system, which includes 38 major topics and 160 indicators
In 2024, we conducted over 200 supplier empowerment training sessions
200+Established an open, transparent, and democratic communication mechanism, JA Solar has formulated a series of collective agreements, including the Collective Agreement, the Collective Agreement for the Protection of the Rights and Interests of Female Employees, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement on Salaries
Formulated and published the JA Solar Human Rights Policy to create a safe and healthy work environment for employees
Conducted training for employees on women’s issues and mental health, focusing on both physical and mental well-being, and enhancing their overall capabilities
Signed the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) of UN Women
Promote the Every Corner Sustainability Project, carrying out projects worldwide in educational empowerment, disaster relief, community development, and other related areas
Created more job opportunities for local residents and supported localized procurement in our overseas expansion, with the proportion of local supplier procurement expenditure (within the same country) reaching 91%
91%Identified stakeholders comprehensively and communicate with them through various channels
Joined the "Forward Faster" Initiative of UNGC
Validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
Launched the "Global Green and Low-carbon Industry and Commerce Development" Initiative
Joined China’s "Green Electricity 100% (GE100)" Initiative
Unveiled the first TCFD Report at the United Nations News Studio, COP29
Completed the "Climate Ambition Accelerator" Program
Yangzhou Production Site Obtained the TÜV Zero Carbon Factory Certification; Qujing Production Site Obtained Carbon Neutral Factory Certification
Presenting the "JA Solar’s Solution" for a Low-carbon Park with Multi-scenario Integration
100% of JA Solar's main material suppliers have passed the ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification
100%91% have passed the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification
91%90% have passed the ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification
90%In 2024, JA Solar conducted supplier sustainability assessments for 104 suppliers of key categories, including silicon materials, cell materials, and module materials
104In 2024, JA Solar suppliers participating in the CDP Supply Chain Program accounted for over 68% of the procurement amount
68%
Percentage of Procurement Expenditure from Local Suppliers (Same Province): 29%
29%Percentage of Procurement Expenditure from Local Suppliers (Same Country): 91%
91%percentage of granular silicon used by JA Solar increased from 10% to 40% in 2024
40%For externally procured silicon, using actual carbon footprint factors (instead of database defaults) resulted in an 11% reduction in carbon emissions
-11%Fully consider product recyclability and reusability; adopt designs that are easy to dismantle and recycle
Prioritize environmentally friendly, low-carbon raw material suppliers; strengthen the sustainability management of raw materials and promote material recycling
We select green auxiliary materials such as lead-free solder ribbons, alcohol-free sealants, and low-acid EVA films
We introduced a new composite frame material made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane, which can be 100% recycled
100%In 2024, JA Solar's R&D investment reached RMB 3.711 billion, accounting for approximately 5.29% of the Company's total revenue
3.711billion、5.29%JA Solar and the University of New South Wales jointly established a laboratory and signed the first batch of R&D projects
JA Solar released the first product carbon footprint report for the "Initial Application Accounting Platform"
Awarded the title of "National Technological Innovation Demonstration Enterprise"
6 production sites have been awarded the title of "National Green Factory" by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
6We tackle green technology by adopting improved processes such as thinner adhesive films, non-aluminum frames, and alcohol-free sealing adhesives, continuously increasing the percentage of granular silicon input
We utilize innovative methods such as industrial robots, the Internet of Things, and AI to create smart and green factories
We reduce resource consumption and waste generation by implementing projects for the recycling and reuse of silicon rod edge scraps and argon gas
In cell production, we effectively reduce silver paste consumption from 150 mg/ piece at the beginning of the year to 85 mg/piece by the end of the year, while also decreasing the use of organic solvents and glass powder
85In the field of slicing technology, the use of thinner-diameter diamond wire and advanced thin-film cutting technology can significantly increase the output of silicon wafers under the same energy consumption, effectively reducing carbon emissions per silicon wafer
We implement circular packaging solutions, optimize nested and interlocked packaging, and reduce unnecessary materials to improve packaging and logistics efficiency
We conduct verification for the removal of wooden edge protectors in domestic shipping packaging, establish management standards for the recycling and reuse of old packaging materials, and carry out dedicated recycling at the production site to minimize the use of packaging materials and reduce energy consumption during the packaging production process
We improve packaging design to increase per-box capacity for silicon wafer packaging by 50%, thereby reducing packaging material usage
50%
We create a green, intelligent three-dimensional warehouse to promote real-time analysis and intelligent management of outbound, storage, and inventory information
We actively promote green logistics models such as combined rail and road transport, and water-road transport, and advance the "oil-to-electricity" project for in-warehouse transport forklifts to reduce carbon footprints in transportation
We explore the use of clean energy such as biomass fuels and methanol in logistics
We registered for WEEE compliance in 17 European countries, with reported WEEE of over 7 GW in capacity and over 370,000 tonnes in weight
7GW、370,000We engage in strategic cooperation with PV CYCLE to promote the global recycling of discarded photovoltaic modules
We actively collaborate with research institutions and academic partners, and jointly established the ”Photovoltaic Recycling Industry Development Cooperation Center” with industry peers
Reduce the carbon footprint of mainstream n-type products to below 400 kgCO2/kW
We undertake multiple national-level recycling projects to ensure that products can be effectively recycled after their service life ends
We currently investing in a demonstration line project for the comprehensive utilization of discarded photovoltaic modules, conducting trial production verification tests for efficient disassembly of photovoltaic modules, and exploring solutions for module recycling and reuse in the industry
Co-launched the world’s first industry-wide sustainability initiative — the Global Solar Sustainable Alliance (GSSA) — at UNGC’s Summit with leading solar companies
Became the first Chinese private enterprise member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)
Participated as the only Chinese private enterprise representative in the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) Global Council and attended a meeting with His Majesty King Charles III
Invited for 3 consecutive years to the United Nations Climate Change Conferences (COP27, COP28, and COP29), delivering keynote speeches at each
UNDP – Participated in Re:Think 2024, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) MSME Week Roundtable Forum, and delivered a keynote speech
UN Water – Spoke at the United Nations Water Conference
UN ECOSOC – Delivered a keynote speech at the United Nations ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024
UNEP – Participated in the 6th Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6)
Welcomed a visit from Mr. Selwin Hart, Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General on Climate Action, to JA Solar
Invited to speak at Climate Week NYC 2024, delivering a thematic speech
Spoke at the Harvard College China Forum, sharing insights on sustainability and business
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) conducted a board-level training session for JA Solar on international sustainability standards
Participated in the APEC CEO Summit 2024 and the APAC Sustainable Business Night
UNGC – Attended the UN Global Compact “Forward Faster” CEO closed-door meeting and delivered a speech
