JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND
ESG REPORT 2024
www.jasolar.com
JA SOLAR TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD.ABOUT THIS REPORT
Reporting Period This is an annual report covering the period from January 1 2024 to December 31 2024
(hereinafter referred to as the "reporting period"). To improve the integrity of the Report
some data may exceed the above range (subject to the specific date indicated).Reporting Boundary The Report covers JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. and its subsidiary production sites which is
consistent with the scope of the disclosure in the JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. 2024 Annual
Report. Some production sites consist of multiple companies. Where individual companies
are involved in the Report they will be reflected as such; otherwise the name of the
associated production site will be used. For ease of presentation "JA Solar Technology Co.Ltd." is also referred to as "JA Solar" "the Company" or "we" in the Report.Report Release This is the seventh sustainability report/ESG report/social responsibility report released by
JA Solar and its subsidiaries. The last report was published in April 2024.References This Report is prepared in accordance with the Self-Regulatory Guidelines No. 17 for Companies
Listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange - Sustainability Report (For Trial Implementation)
(hereinafter referred to as the "Shenzhen Stock Exchange Guidelines"). Meanwhile this Report
also references authoritative standards and guidelines such as the Sustainability Reporting
Standards of Global Reporting Initiative (GRI Standard 2021) of the Global Sustainability
Standards Board (GSSB) the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) the Ten
Principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure
Standards of International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and the European
Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).Report Principles Materiality: During the preparation process this Report comprehensively identifies the
main stakeholders and their concerns regarding sustainability issues and makes targeted
disclosures on sustainability matters based on the relative importance of these concerns.Details of the double materiality assessment results in this Report can be found in the
sections "Stakeholder Engagement" and "Double Materiality Assessment" later in the
document.Quantitative: This Report presents key performance indicators (KPIs) related to ESG
quantitatively and provides detailed disclosures of the Company's quantifiable performance
data over the past three years in the "Key Performance Table". The measurement standards
methods assumptions and/or calculation tools for the KPIs in this Report as well as the
sources of conversion factors used have been explained in the corresponding sections.Balance: The content of this Report reflects objective facts ensuring impartial disclosure of both
positive and negative information related to the Company during the reporting period.Consistency: This Report maintains consistency with relevant content from previous years. If
there are any information changes they have been explained in the corresponding sections.Reliability Assurance The Company guarantees that the contents of the Report do not contain any false records
or misleading statements. The majority of the data in the Report was derived from the
Company's original operational records and publicly disclosed official documents such as its
quarterly and annual reports. Unless otherwise specified the amounts disclosed in the Report
are measured in RMB.Report Statement The financial data involved in the Report comply with the Accounting Standards for Business
Enterprises and relevant accounting systems promulgated by the state and have been audited
according to the China Internal Auditing Standards truly reflecting the financial indicators and
operating conditions of the Company. The Report has been reviewed and audited internally
by the Company and a report assurance agency has been engaged to provide guidance
and evaluation to ensure that the Report is true accurate and complete. JA Solar hopes to
enhance communication with stakeholders through the release of the Report.Report Access JA Solar hopes to enhance communication with stakeholders through the release of the
Report. The Report can be accessed online and is available in both Chinese and English. You
can access the electronic version of the report on the Company's official website at
http://www.jasolar.com. In case of any ambiguity in the comprehension of the Chinese and
English content the Chinese version shall prevail.CONTENTS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN 001 1.1 PRODUCT R&D INNOVATION 037
Product and Service Chapter
ABOUT JA SOLAR 003 Collaboration for 1.2 ENSURING OUTSTANDING QUALITY 044
Sustainable Win-win
SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP 2024 005 Growth 1.3 CO-BUILDING A RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAIN 051
SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT 011 1.4 TRACEABLE SUPPLY CHAIN 057
TOPIC
SUPPORTING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF 027
THE UN SDGs 1 2.1 COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE 061Environmental Chapter
FORGING A RESPONSIBLE 029 Net-zero Pathway 2.2 IMPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 069
SUPPLY CHAIN
FOR SUSTAINABLE Drives Circular
DEVELOPMENT Development 2.3 FOSTERING GREEN CULTURE 082
2.4 CREATING A CIRCULAR ECONOMY 083
APPENDIX
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS 131 3.1 ENSURING HUMAN-CENTERED OPERATIONS 089
Social Chapter
REPORT CONTENT INDEX 141 Unite to 3.2 SAFEGUARDING SAFETY AND HEALTH 097
INDEX IN THE SELF-REGULATORY GUIDELINES 141 Build A Fair Society
NO. 17 FOR COMPANIES LISTED ON SHENZHEN
STOCK EXCHANGE - SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 3.3 LEADING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT 103
(FOR TRIAL IMPLEMENTATION)
GRI CONTENT INDEX 143 3.4 FULFILLING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 107
TOPIC
ASSESSMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES 147
AND IMPACTS RISKS AND
OPPORTUNITIES 2 4.1 SOLIDIFYING GOVERNANCE FOUNDATIONS 115
Governance Chapter
SUMMARY OF POLICY DOCUMENTS 157 SEEKING GREEN VALUE 031
FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE Solid Governance 4.2 COMPLIANT AND ROBUST OPERATIONS 121
Ensures Long-Term
INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE REPORT 158 Prosperity 4.3 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION 128
GREENHOUSE GAS VERIFICATION 161 4.4 SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION SECURITY 129
STATEMENT001 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 002
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
Sustainable development stands as a pivotal issue We champion the culture of diversity equity
of our era. ESG as a key indicator of corporate and inclusion (DEI) and foster an enabling global
development quality and value has been workplace. The Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of
comprehensively embedded within the ecosystem New Energy founded by JA Solar has successfully
of businesses. Guided by the G2G sustainability commenced enrollment and operations emerging
philosophy of "Green to Green Green to Grow Green as a key talent pipeline for the development of
to Great" JA Solar integrates ESG across business the renewable energy sector. We actively fulfill
operations striving to achieve a win-win growth our corporate social responsibility by donating to
between commercial and social value while setting a improve educational conditions in impoverished
new benchmark in the industry. areas safeguarding the rights of women and children
improving the well-being of local communities and
As a global leading provider of photovoltaic driving social development.power generation solutions we remain resolutely
committed to making green and affordable energy a 2025 marks JA Solar's 20th anniversary. Amid
reality worldwide. In 2024 we sustained significant evolving global dynamics we hold firm to the belief
R&D investments driving technological progress that "the world is progressing". Staying true to
improving quality and efficiency and delivering high- our mission of "Developing solar power to benefit
power ultra-reliable solutions to our customers. the planet" we will continue collaborating with
We also accelerated the rollout of integrated PV global partners to advance clean energy enable a
and storage systems and multi-scenario application better future and safeguard our green planet with
solutions with products covering a wider range of unwavering original aspiration and enduring forward
regions and application scenarios. In 2024 JA Solar efforts.shipped 79.447 GW of PV modules (including 1.547 GW
for self-use) achieving avoided emissions of over
50 million tCO2e based on various countries' grid
emission factors propelling the global transition
towards green energy.Environmental protection is our priority and a green
ecosystem is actively built at JA Solar. In 2024
we launched our "Together Towards Tomorrow"
responsible supply chain strategy collaborating
closely with upstream and downstream partners
to build a greener low-carbon value chain. We also
introduced our 4F Environmental Strategy - Faster
Foster Fairer Further - and unveiled our inaugural
TCFD Report at COP29. JA Solar was the world's first
photovoltaic enterprise joining the TNFD Adopter. We
take practical steps to advance global environmental
governance and protect biodiversity for a sustainable
future where humanity and nature thrive together in
harmony.Jin Baofang
Chairman of JA Solar
April 2025003 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 ABOUT JA SOLAR ABOUT JA SOLAR JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 004
ABOUT COMPANY JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. ("JA Solar") is a global leader in PV power generation PROFILE solutions. Founded in 2005 JA Solar was listed on NASDAQ in 2007. After being privatized and delisted from the US stock market in 2018 it was officially listed on the
JA SOLAR A-share market of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (stock code: 002459) in 2019. JA Solar which was both established and registered publicly in Ningjin County Hebei Province
has its headquarters located in No.8 Building Nuode Center East Auto Museum
Road Fengtai District Beijing. Since 2010 the Company has begun its journey from
a monocrystalline solar cells segment to a vertically integrated PV industrial chain
covering upstream and downstream and after nearly two decades of hard work we
have built an industrial system that integrates the coordinated development of three
major business groups: photovoltaic and energy storage smart energy and materials
and equipment. The photovoltaic and energy storage business group covers multiple
production segments including silicon rods wafers PV cells PV modules and energy
storage. As of the end of 2024 JA Solar's module production capacity reached 100
GW with wafer and cell production capacities exceeding 80% and 70% of the module
capacity respectively. The Company has 16 overseas sales companies and has built a
vertically integrated industry chain encompassing silicon wafers cells modules and
PV power plants with more than 30000 employees. The Company's product sales and
service network spans 178 countries and regions worldwide with module shipments
ranking among the top globally for several consecutive years. With innovation as the
driver for growth we continuously leverage digitalization and intelligent technologies
to empower our business and pursue high-quality development. Our product
technology consistently ranks at the forefront of the industry. As of the end of 2024 JA
Solar held 1899 authorized patents including 1031 invention patents. The Company
has established a global modern enterprise management system backed by a core
management team that holds profound insights into global PV industry technology
business development paths and future trends. With continuous technological
innovation robust financial power and a well-developed global sales and service
network JA Solar has been widely recognized by domestic and international
customers. Moreover it has been listed in the "Fortune China 500" and "Global Top 500
New Energy Enterprises" for consecutive years.
2024 Key Performance Number of overseas Number of countries and
Indicators sales companies 16 regions covered by sales 178
and service network
Module 100GW Number of valid production patentscapacity 1899
Vision Being a great enterprise
Mission Developing solar power to benefit the planet
Core Values Being customer-centered promoting welfare for our staff membersand creating value for the owners
Spirit Being genuine simple respectful and restrained grateful
Motto To be an upstanding and responsible person and apply oneself withBack to contents integrity and industry005 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 006
SUSTAINABILITY ESG RATINGSCNI Index ESG Rating "AAA" - Industry ranking: Top 1% AAA
IMPACT MAP Wind ESG Rating "A" - Industry ranking: Top 4% A
SynTao Green Finance ESG Rating "A" - Industry ranking: Top 2% A
MSCI ESG Rating "BB" BB
S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) score of 48 48
Morningstar Sustainalytics ESG risk rating score of 30.5 drops to 23.7 1 23.7
Proactive response to the CDP's climate change questionnaires with "B" rating (management level) B
EcoVadis Sustainability Rating or Silver Medal - Global ranking: Top 6% Silver Medal
Refinitiv ESG Rating: 76 - Industry ranking: Top 7% 76
JA Solar's Yangzhou and Fengxian Production Sites were awarded the SSI ESG Audit Silver Medal Silver Medal
SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS
Award Awarded by
Listed in Sustainability Year Book (China Edition) 2024 S&P Global
Featured in the 2024 Fortune China ESG Impact List Fortune Media Group
Solar Prosumer Award EUPD Research
Energy Transition Award
Green Pioneer Case | Green Energy Development Case International Financial News
2024 IPC China ESG Benchmark Enterprise Award IPC
Certificate of the Best Case for Climate Action on 520 Social Responsibility Day CCM CSR Promotion Center
2024 Corporate ESG“ Best Corporate Governance Responsibility Award” Sina Finance
Selected in the“ Top 100 Pioneers among China’s ESG Listed Companies” List Financial Program Center of China Media
for Two Consecutive Years Group
2023-2024 Intelligent Zero Carbon Achievements Xinhua News Agency
Excellent Case of Green Development for 2024 by the Beijing News Zero Carbon Beijing News
Research Institute
Best Practice of Green Trade Development of China’s Machinery and Electronic China Chamber of Commerce for Import
Industry and Export of Machinery and Electronic
Products Zhejiang Department of
Commerce Deloitte China
Selected on the 2024 Top 100 Sustainable Development (ESG) Listed Companies China Energy Research Society
in China Energy Beijing Green Credit Rating Co. Ltd.
2024“ Top 500 Private Enterprises in China” and“ Top 500 Private Manufacturing All-China Federation of Industry andEnterprises in China” Commerce
Best Practice Cases of Sustainable Development of Chinese Listed Companies China Association for Public Companies
by China Association for Public Companies for Two Consecutive Years
“Second Guoxin Cup · Top 100 ESG Golden Bull Award” China Securities Journal
Back to contents 1 Morningstar Sustainalytics is a leading global ESG research rating and data institution. Its ESG risk rating comprehensively assesses the major ESG
risks faced by companies and their corresponding risk management capabilities. The lower the rating score is the lower the company's risk is and
the better its ESG governance performance is.007 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 008
SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT 3.23
In collaboration with the World Wildlife
Fund (WWF) JA Solar advocated for "Give
an Hour for Earth" during the annual
"Earth Hour" event
1.173.25
Zhang Zhengwei Special Advisor to the A delegation led by United Nations
Chair of the International Sustainability Assistant Secretary-General Selwin Hart
Standards Board and Director of the visited JA Solar
Beijing Office visited JA Solar for special
research on ESG
2.274.24
JA Solar was invited to attend the JA Solar was invited to attend the
Sixth Session of the United Nations World Business Council for Sustainable
Environment Assembly Development (WBCSD) Liaison Delegate
Meeting 2024
3.154.29
JA Solar officially pledged to join the JA Solar was invited to attend the
"Forward Faster" Initiative of the United 2024 ZGC Forum - ESG for a Beautiful
Nations Global Compact (UNGC) China and participated in a roundtable
dialogue
3.155.28
JA Solar was invited to attend the JA Solar signed the United Nations
Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) CEO Women's Empowerment Principles
Spring Summit and delivered a speech (WEPs)
3.186.25
JA Solar launched the "Global JA Solar was invited to attend the China
Green and Low-carbon Industry and SIF Summer Summit
Commerce Development" Initiative009 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT MAP JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 010
6.2710.19
JA Solar was invited to the Re: Think 2024 JA Solar was invited to attend the
United Nations Development Programme International Youth Sustainable
SME Week Roundtable Forum Innovation Summit
7.0311.06
JA Solar was invited to attend the WBCSD JA Solar was invited to attend the
Two Lakes Dialogue - International Parallel Session on Sustainable Trade
Cooperation Dialogue for Green and High- Amid Climate Change of the Hongqiao
quality Development International Economic Forum at the
China International Import Expo and
delivered a speech
8.1511.14
JA Solar attended the International JA Solar was invited to attend the
Symposium on Environment 2024 APEC CEO Summit and the APEC
Development and Human Rights: Green Sustainable Business Night
and Low-Carbon Development in the
Process of Modernization
9.0511.12
JA Solar was invited to attend the 2024 Jin Baofang Chairman of JA Solar
Summit of China-Africa Cooperation and Jin Junhui Director and Assistant
Forum President of JA Solar were invited to
attend the first day of the 29th session
of the Conference of the Parties (COP29)
to the UN Framework Convention on
Climate Change (UNFCCC) and delivered
a keynote speech via video
9.22
JA Solar was invited to attend the 2024
Climate Week NYC and delivered a
thematic speech
9.2611.18
JA Solar became the world's first JA Solar held a press conference at
photovoltaic company to join the TNFD COP29 and officially released the
Adopter Company's first Climate-related
Disclosure Report and TCFD Report011 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 012
SUSTAINABILITY G2G SUSTAINABILITY JA Solar's original aspiration is closely related to the sustainable development of PHILOSOPHY energy humanity and the world. Based on JA Solar's corporate culture and the UN
SDGs Chairman Jin Baofang formally proposed the G2G Sustainability Philosophy of
MANAGEMENT JA Solar at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).Amid the new round of transformation in the social development
of humankind sustainable development has emerged as a key
driver of social progress. As a practitioner leader and advocate
of sustainability JA Solar has established a comprehensive
sustainability management framework featuring a three-tier
governance structure and a sound clear transparent set of policies
to ensure effective implementation. The Company also actively
integrates sustainability principles into its business strategy
fostering a differentiated sustainability-driven business model and
corporate culture. With these efforts we endeavor to share the
fruits of development and jointly create sustainable value with all
stakeholders.Sustainability Sustainability Sustainability
Concept Strategy Vision
Developing solar power to Being customer-centered Being a great enterprise
benefit the planet promoting welfare for our staff
members and creating value
for the owners
Since our inception we have been We uphold the core values of "Being With the vision of "Being a great enterprise"
committed to the mission of "Developing customer-centered promoting welfare for JA Solar has evolved from zero to greatness
solar power to benefit the planet". our staff members and creating value for from scale development to value symbiosis in
In practice we build green factories the owners". At a critical time for climate the green wave since 2005.using green electricity engage in green transition JA Solar is steadfastly joining
production create green products and hands with all parties in the thriving "Greatness" is embodied in the diligent
ultimately produce green electricity wave of the renewable energy industry fulfillment of every responsibility the bold
forming a closed-loop green ecosystem. embarking on a new journey. breakthroughs in every innovation and the
in-depth development of every collaboration.JA Solar's "Green to Green" philosophy is We are aware that green energy is the bond It is also reflected in the active involvement
deeply rooted in the core of the circular that connects our dreams. With the clean in the global sustainable development
economy. Starting with solar energy power of solar energy JA Solar is willing landscape the careful planning of a grand
we embark on a green journey closing to work hand in hand with employees blueprint for a green future for humanity
the product life cycle. We firmly believe customers and all stakeholders to jointly and the profound imprint left on the global
that the continuous development of promote global energy transition grow photovoltaic brand map.green energy will ultimately convene together and share the fruits with our
into a powerful force driving the Earth labor. JA Solar with green as its foundation
towards a green future paving the way for continuously builds an inclusive and
sustainable development for humanity. symbiotic ecological network enables win-
win outcomes for the environment society
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2050 Become a global leader in Achievement of net-zero sustainable development greenhouse gas emissions
Reduce absolute scope 1 and scope Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions
2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from from purchased goods and services
a 2023 base year capital goods fuel- and energy-
-90% related activities and upstream transportation and distribution 97%
per MW of solar related products
produced by 2050 from a 2023 base
year
-97%
2034 Reduce absolute scope 1 and scope Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from 2 GHG emissions 58.8% by 2034 purchased goods and services 63.8%
from a 2023 base year per MW of solar related products
-58.8% produced by 2034 from a 2023 base year
-63.8% 2024 JA Solar Sustainability FASTER FOSTER FAIRER FURTHERTheme 4F
FASTER Faster denotes JA Solar's proactive stance in leading industry innovation. JA Solar
Collaboration for Sustainable leverages R&D innovation as its engine deepening the collaborative mechanism 2030 42% reduction in total GHG Creation of full life cycle green Win-win Growth with value chain partners and enhancing the responsiveness of the industrial chain emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2) products through technological iteration and process optimization. We continuously explore
compared to 2023 cutting-edge technological directions share challenges and achievements with
customers and partners in a dynamic market environment and build a vibrant and
-42% sustainable industrial ecosystem.FOSTER Foster embodies JA Solar's sense of responsibility in practicing its zero-carbon vision.
100% sustainability-related Establishment of a diversified Net-zero Pathway Drives JA Solar eyeing the entire lifecycle in its production process strengthens sustainability
certification of mainstream suppliers equitable and inclusive Circular Development models and provides clean energy solutions for global low-carbon transition. We
management system continuously promote the harmonious coexistence and resonance of corporate 100% development energy transition and natural ecology for a zero-carbon future.FAIRER Fairer carries JA Solar's positive aspirations for a better future society. Always Support of sustainable investment
Unite to Build A Fair Society focusing on every individual and striving to provide equitable career opportunities and financing for social development we work hand in hand with diverse industry partners to
practice social responsibility through concrete actions. We excel in creating and
achieving and aim to build a community of shared opportunities and responsibilities.FURTHER Further highlights JA Solar's strategic determination for long-term sustainable
Environmental Social Solid Governance Ensures development. JA Solar actively improves its governance mechanisms solidifying
Initiatives Initiatives Long-Term Prosperity its development foundation and deeply embedding the concept of sustainability
into its steady and responsible operations. We make ongoing efforts to enhance
organizational resilience to lay a solid foundation for long-term value creation and
enable an organic unity of corporate sustainability and social benefits.015 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 016
SUSTAINABILITY GOVERNANCE Expertise of Board of JA Solar's Board of Directors thoroughly fulfills climate governance responsibilities
Directors in Climate with members possessing both strategic foresight and systematic governance
capabilities in the field of climate change. Leveraging the diverse professional
Sustainability Governance To cater to the Company's strategy and sustainability needs as well as strengthen Change backgrounds of Board members in the field of climate change the Company has built
Framework our sustainability governance capacity we have created a three-tier sustainability a specialized support system for decision-making on sustainability issues driving
governance framework covering the decision-making management and the efficient transformation of global climate challenge responses from strategic
implementation level and clarified the functional division of each level in ESG planning to precise policy implementation.management for more synergy within the organization. Meanwhile We continue
to optimize our team structure and elevate organizational capacity to improve our
governance system. In 2024 the Company renamed the former ESG Management and Independent DirectorZhao Yuwen
Sustainability Committee to the ESG and Compliance Management Committee for an
in-depth integration of risk control and sustainable development. We also released the With a background in the energy industry he has served as Honorary Director
JA Solar Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Sustainability Policy to further of the Photovoltaic Committee of the China Renewable Energy Society since
the implementation of sustainability management work. 2017. He participates in shaping the Company's energy development plans and
strategic direction.JA SOLAR'S Board of Directors
THREE-TIER ESG Independent Director
GOVERNANCE Qin Xiaolu
STRUCTURE Decision-Making Level
Strategy and Sustainability Providing high-level With a background in finance and accounting and as a senior accountant she
guidance and overseeing closely follows the Company's climate-related disclosures under the Task Force Committee
the strategy on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and offers practical guidance on
climate change.Management Level
ESG and Compliance Developing strategy and Independent Director
Management Committee coordinating actions Zhang Miao
She has a legal and compliance background and previously served as a
prosecutor and director in the Public Prosecution Department of the Dongcheng
District People's Procuratorate in Beijing. She is currently a senior partner at
Implementation Level Beijing Hylands Law Firm where she leads legal compliance efforts related to
ESG Management and Joint working group climate change and ESG governance at JA Solar.Sustainability Department
Remuneration Linkage The Company continues to strengthen the involvement of its Board of Directors and
senior management in sustainability governance. In 2024 the Company further refined its
executive KPI evaluation system by linking performance targets to key sustainability issues.These include environmental management human capital development business ethics
and information security. By incorporating these topics into performance assessments
Decision-Making Level The Board of Directors is the highest decision-making body for JA Solar's ESG work conducting and directly connecting them to the compensation and incentive system the Company
Strategy and Sustainability at least two reviews of ESG-related matters each year. The Board of Directors has established is promoting a closed-loop approach to ESG management and performance evaluation.Committee a "Strategy and Sustainability Committee" responsible for leading and supervising the This not only underscores the Company's strong commitment to enhancing sustainability
Company's sustainability efforts. The Board of Directors has formulated the Charter of the governance but also ensures the efficient implementation of its sustainability strategy
Strategy and Sustainability Committee of the Board of Director to guide the formulation of the through a structured institutionalized approach.Company's ESG strategy and policies oversee and approve the development of climate and Responsible Investment JA Solar embeds ESG concepts deeply into its investment strategy promotes financing ESG strategies and goals and regularly oversee and review aspects such as progress towards and investment for sustainable development goals and continuously improves relevant
goals and the effectiveness of methods to achieve those goals. systems while advancing their implementation. The Company has revised the Equity
Investment Business Management System and added investigation questions regarding
environmental risk assessment social responsibility fulfillment and corporate governance
Management Level The management committee has renamed the original ESG Management and Sustainability structure during the due diligence phase before project investment ensuring that the
ESG and Compliance Management Committee to the ESG and Compliance Management Committee which is responsible for ESG performance of investment targets is evaluated in investment and merger decisions
Committee formulating the Company's sustainability strategy and goals implementing the strategic and conducting investigations and tracking of GHG emissions for invested enterprises. In
deployment from the decision-making level and has established the Rules of Procedure addition in international project investments we further strengthen our research on ESG
of the ESG and Compliance Management Committee to promote the advancement of ESG- policies in different countries and regions to ensure that investment projects comply with
related matters and regularly review the progress of ESG-related goals. local regulatory requirements lower ESG policy risks and ensure the long-term sustainable
development of the enterprise.Implementation Level The Implementation Level has established the ESG Management and Sustainability Training and To elevate the comprehensive management level of ESG the Company's directors
Department and formed a collaborative working group with key related departments Empowerment supervisors and senior management actively participate in training related to sustainability ESG Management and
responsible for implementing resolutions related to ESG climate and sustainability understanding topics such as climate and carbon targets the evolution of ESG development Sustainability Department
participating in ESG practices promoting the implementation of related initiatives and and domestic and international policy trends to continuously raise awareness and increase capabilities related to sustainability and optimize governance. In 2024 our Board of Directors
coordinating relevant personnel from various centers/departments/production sites to actively participated in sustainability training on themes such as responsible investment
achieve integrated and collaborative work. ESG ratings and science-based targets.017 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 018
STAKEHOLDER JA Solar actively builds a sound internal and external communication platform DOUBLE The response and implementation of the principle of materiality is the beginning
ENGAGEMENT and establishes a smooth and transparent communication mechanism with and foundation for our sustainability-related information disclosure. To effectively stakeholders through diverse communication channels to convey the Company's MATERIALITY identify understand and respond to the close attention of various stakeholders to
latest developments and extensively listen to the voices of stakeholders. We gain a ASSESSMENT the Company's sustainability practices JA Solar regularly conducts comprehensive
deep understanding of their concerns and expectations regarding the Company's assessments of the importance of sustainability issues. In 2024 JA Solar identified
development and timely response to demands and expectations for a long-term and analyzed material sustainability issues through policy analysis and extensive
relationship of mutual trust. research among internal and external stakeholders providing a reference for the
orderly advancement of sustainability and the disclosure of relevant information.Key Stakeholders Key Issues of Concern Communication Channels Feedback and Practice The Company conducts the double materiality assessment based on the Shenzhen
Stock Exchange's Guidelines for determining the criteria for impact materiality and
Customers Product Quality and Safety Product Launch Conference Research and develop innovative products and ensure financial materiality and refers to the latest international disclosure standards such
Customers' Rights and Interests Networking Meeting product quality as GRI 3: Material Topics European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and
Protection Customer Appreciation Communicate customer feedback perform customer
Information Security and Privacy Meeting research conduct satisfaction surveys and ensure International Financial Reporting Sustainability Disclosure Standard No. 1 - General
Protection Customer Service Hotline information security Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information (IFRS
Industry Exhibitions etc. S1) to update assessment methods incorporating a financial perspective into the
previous impact materiality assessments.Government Compliance and Risk Management Government-related Disclose information regularly
and Anti-corruption and Business Ethics Meetings and Websites Optimize internal control and compliance management Assessment Process
Regulatory Emissions and Waste Management Policy Recommendation systems Steps Main Work
Authorities Corporate Governance Channels etc. Enhance anti-corruption and anti-fraud management
Combating Climate Change Conduct corporate integrity and anti-corruption training Understanding of the Understand the sustainability context in which the Company operates by
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Take measures and actions in response to changes 1
Protection Improve the environmental monitoring system Company's Activities and interpreting domestic and international sustainability standards the Company's
Business Relationships business operations product services value chain and industry conditions
Shareholders Compliance and Risk Management Shareholders' Meeting Collect investor information through communication
and Investors Corporate Governance Performance Briefing channels
Sustainability Governance Roadshow Respond to investors' inquiries Establishment of 2 Based on the Company's actual situation and engagement with internal and
On-site Reception Disclose information regularly a List of Issues external stakeholders conduct preliminary identification and screening of relevant
Investor Communication Optimize internal control and compliance sustainability issues and analyze the actual and potential impacts risks and
Activities management system
Online Messages opportunities related to these issues
Emails etc.Materiality Assessment 3 Evaluate and rank the materiality of issues based on the Company's situation
and Confirmation industry development trends and authoritative research from both domestic and Suppliers Product Lifecycle Stewardship Supplier Communication Research and develop green products and seek
and Sustainability Governance Conference product carbon footprint certification international sources and form a materiality matrix and define the boundaries of
Partners Supplier Management Supplier Training Improve the supplier management system material issues
Daily Supplier Management Dynamically evaluate and audit suppliers
etc. Create a list of outstanding suppliers Review and Reporting 4 After review and approval by the Board of Directors and the management team
Maintain daily supplier communication disclose material issues with higher materiality in the report for the reporting
period
Executives Anti-corruption and Business Ethics Company Meeting Promote compliance system development
Compliance and Risk Management Daily Communication Conduct business ethics training
Corporate Governance etc. Improve sustainability strategy
Sustainability Governance List of Issues and In light of JA Solar's sustainability and business practices and in accordance with
Assessment of authoritative domestic and international standards and assessment methods as
Impacts Risks and well as the results of stakeholder engagement JA Solar consolidated and updated
Opportunities sustainability-related issues in 2024. Based on the issues set by the Guidelines Employees Human Capital Development Employee Communication Establish a scientific human resource management of Shenzhen Stock Exchange specific issues have been added based on actual
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employee Training system and promotion mechanism
Occupational Health and Safety Employee Expansion and Establish employee communication mechanism circumstances. We identified a total of 21 material issues relevant to the Company's
Team-building Activities Strengthen occupational health and safety situation including 7 environmental issues 9 social issues and 5 governance issues.etc. management Meanwhile we have preliminarily identified and analyzed the actual and potential
Employee satisfaction survey impacts risks and opportunities related to the Company's sustainability issues and
Regularly hold team-building or cultural and sports comprehensively sorted out its current and future major financial impacts on the
activities
Company's operating results business income etc. ( Note: For details please refer to
the attached Assessment of sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities)
Media NGOs Sustainability Governance Associations and Strengthen cooperation and communication with NGOs
Industry Product Quality and Safety Initiatives Joining Participate in industry exchange and seminars
Associations Community Impact and Development Visits Organization ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL GOVERNANCE
etc. Public Welfare Activities
etc. ISSUES 7 ISSUES 9 ISSUESCommunity Community Impact and Development Public Welfare Activities Conduct biodiversity research 5
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Protection Environmental Protection Carry out public welfare volunteer assistance and
Emissions and Waste Management Activities etc. donation activities to support community development
through resource allocation019 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 020
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
List of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment
Issue Impact Impact Positive Adverse Risk Opportunity Corresponding Corresponding
Scope Period Impact Impact SDGs Chapter
1 Combating Self-operation Medium to P061-068
Climate Change Upstream value chain Long Term
Downstream value chain
Community Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
2 Energy Self-operation Medium to P073-074
Management Long Term
Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
3 Product Lifecycle Self-operation Short P083-085
Stewardship Upstream value chain Medium
Downstream value chain and Long
Term Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
4 Biodiversity Self-operation Long Term P081
and Ecosystem Upstream value chain
Protection Downstream value chain
Community Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
5 Emissions and Self-operation Short Term P077-080
Waste Community
Management Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
6 Water Resource Self-operation Medium to P075-076
Use and Community Long Term
Management Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
7 Environmental Self-operation Short P069-070
Management Community Medium
System and Long
Term Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives Circular Development
Short term: Within 1 year; Medium term: 1-5 years; Long term: More than 5 years021 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 022
SOCIAL ISSUES
List of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment
Issue Impact Impact Positive Adverse Risk Opportunity Corresponding Corresponding
Scope Period Impact Impact SDGs Chapter
8 Product Quality Self-operation Long Term P044-047
and Safety Downstream value chain
Product and Service Chapter
Collaboration for Sustainable Win-win Growth
9 Supplier Self-operation Medium to P051-058
Management Upstream value chain Long Term
Downstream value chain
Product and Service Chapter
Collaboration for Sustainable Win-win Growth
10 Human Capital Self-operation Medium to P089-097
Development Downstream value chain Long Term
Social Chapter
Unite to Build A Fair Society
11 Community Downstream value chain Long Term P107-112
Impact and Community
Development Social Chapter
Unite to Build A Fair Society
12 Industry Self-operation Medium to P103-106
Development Upstream value chain Long Term
Promotion Downstream value chain
Community Social Chapter
Unite to Build A Fair Society
13 R&D Innovation Self-operation Long Term P037-042
and Intellectual P128
Property Product and Service Chapter
Protection Collaboration for Sustainable Win-win Growth
14 Customers' Rights Downstream value chain Long Term P048-050
and Interests
Protection Product and Service Chapter
Collaboration for Sustainable Win-win Growth
15 Occupational Self-operation Medium to P097-102
Health and Safety Long Term
Social Chapter
Unite to Build A Fair Society
16 Diversity Self-operation Medium to P089-097
and Equal Community Long Term
Opportunity Social Chapter
Unite to Build A Fair Society
Short term: Within 1 year; Medium term: 1-5 years; Long term: More than 5 years023 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 024
GOVERNANCE ISSUES
List of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment
Issue Impact Impact Positive Adverse Risk Opportunity Corresponding Corresponding
Scope Period Impact Impact SDGs Chapter
17 Anti-corruption Self-operation Medium to P125-127
and Business Upstream value chain Long Term
Ethics Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures Long-Term Prosperity
18 Compliance Self-operation Short P121-124
and Risk Downstream value chain Medium
Management and Long
Term Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures Long-Term Prosperity
19 Corporate Self-operation Long Term P115-117
Governance Upstream value chain
Downstream value chain
Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures Long-Term Prosperity
20 Sustainability Self-operation Long Term P015-016
Governance Upstream value chain
Downstream value chain
Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures Long-Term Prosperity
21 Information Self-operation Medium to P129-130
Security and Upstream value chain Long Term
Privacy Protection Downstream value chain Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures Long-Term Prosperity
Short term: Within 1 year; Medium term: 1-5 years; Long term: More than 5 years025 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 026
Assessment Method During the reporting period we conducted a double materiality assessment through No.1 Combating Climate Change No.5 Emissions and Waste Management
various methods such as surveys interviews and expert evaluations actively
communication with stakeholders including management investors customers No.2 Energy Management No.6 Water Resource Use and Management
suppliers government industry associations and experts worldwide. A total of over
4000 questionnaires were collected in this double materiality assessment laying a No.3 Product Lifecycle Stewardship No.7 Environmental Management System
strong foundation for comprehensive assessment. No.4 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Protection
Impact Materiality We comprehensively assessed both positive and negative impacts actual No.8 Product Quality and Safety No.13 R&D Innovation and Intellectual
occurrences and potential impacts. We evaluated multiple dimensions such as Property Protection
impact scale impact scope occurrence probability and irreparability to determine No.9 Supplier Management
whether the performance of sustainability-related issues would have a significant No.10 Human Capital Development No.14 Customers' Rights & Interests Protection
impact on the environment economy and society.No.11 Community Impact and Development No.15 Occupational Health and Safety
Financial Materiality We assessed the likelihood of occurrence and the degree of financial impact No.12 Industry Development Promotion No.16 Diversity and Equal Opportunityfrom short-term medium-term and long-term periods. We evaluated the impact
of relevant issues on the Company's business model operations and financial No.17 Anti-corruption and Business Ethics No.20 Sustainability Governance
indicators from multiple aspects such as resource availability and relationship
dependency. No.18 Corporate Governance No.21 Information Security and
Privacy Protection
Short term: Within 1 year; Medium term: 1-5 years; Long term: More than 5 years No.19 Compliance and Risk Management
Environmental Social Governance
Assessment Results The results of the double materiality assessment for the year 2024 are presented
in the matrix below where 10 issues were identified as both financial materiality high
and impact materiality to the Company. The following results are comprehensively
evaluated by the Company's internal finance department the ESG Management
and Sustainability Department and other relevant departments as well as external
industry experts based on insights from the Company industry and both domestic
and international perspectives. They are subsequently reviewed and approved by JA
Solar's financial experts the ESG and Compliance Management Committee and the 8
Board of Directors. 20 15
1713
Management of During the reporting period JA Solar continuously refined its ESG management
3
Material Issues indicator system and established a multi-level framework encompassing dimensions 6
1610
issues and indicators. This system integrates both qualitative and quantitative 2 9 1
management aspects. Relevant ESG issues and indicator targets were assigned 19
to corresponding departments enabling ongoing tracking of ESG metrics goals 7 14
and performance to drive continuous improvement in sustainability efforts. All
5 18issues identified as financially material to the Company have been presented in an 4
unstructured format in the relevant sections of this report in accordance with the
4 key elements of governance strategy risk management and metrics and targets. 21
11
12
low Financial Materiality high
Impact Materiality027 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUPPORTING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE UN SDGs SUPPORTING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE UN SDGs JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 028
SUPPORTING THE Integrating the UN SDGs into its strategy and operations JA Solar
ACHIEVEMENT OF identifies SDGs related to the Company and its value chain and actively takes actions to accelerate the progress of SDGs.THE UN SDGs
UN SDGs JA Solar's corresponding actions UN SDGs JA Solar's corresponding actions
No Poverty The Company leverages its industry strengths and allocates resources to Reduced Inequalities Through policies such as the JA Solar Code of Conduct and JA Solar Diversity
End poverty in all its forms support social welfare initiatives such as inclusive education. Meanwhile it Reduce inequality within and Equity and Inclusion Policy the Company upholds workplace equality strictly
everywhere. continues to advance photovoltaic deployment across various regions helping among countries. prohibits discrimination and harassment and fosters a diverse and inclusive
economically underdeveloped or resource-scarce countries and areas achieve environment for employees of all genders ages ethnicities regions and
both economic growth and environmental benefits. religions while respecting and protecting labor rights.Good Health and Well-being At all production and operational sites the Company actively promotes Sustainable Cities and We actively explore and provide customized integrated green smart solutions
Ensure healthy lives and promote occupational health and safety ensuring the well-being of its employees. Communities for different application scenarios. The Company has established a zero-carbon
well-being for all at all ages. Make cities and human business team built a zero-carbon technology system expanded the practical
settlements inclusive safe scope of green technology and promoted the green and low-carbon transition
resilient and sustainable. of various industrial chains and regions.Quality Education We continue to implement key public welfare projects such as the "100 Hope
Ensure inclusive and equitable Primary Schools Donation Project" and the "10000 Needy Students Financial Responsible Consumption Efforts are being made to manage the full product life cycle from design
quality education and promote Support Project". In addition the Company has invested in the establishment and Production manufacturing and logistics to end-of-life recycling. The Company actively
lifelong learning opportunities of the Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of New Energy to promote regional Ensure sustainable consumption contributes to the development of photovoltaic module recycling technologies
for all. education equity. To cultivate talent in a systematic and multidimensional way and production patterns. continuously improving recovery rates. It promotes green electricity usage
the Company has also established JA Solar Business School to support both accelerates technological reserves and energy storage facility deployment and
horizontal and vertical career development. strives to build green factories and advance sustainable business practices.Gender Equality By signing the United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) and Climate Action We promote GHG emissions verification efforts integrating climate change
Achieve gender equality and issuing policies such as the JA Solar Diversity Equity and Inclusion Policy Take urgent action to combat mitigation strategies into our business model. We identify climate risks and key
empower all women and girls. the Company promotes gender equality fosters an inclusive and equitable climate change and its impact. response strategies enhancing our capacity to address climate-related risks. By
corporate culture and actively supports the development of its female joining the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) we have set both short-term
employees. and long-term emission reduction targets and pathways.Clean Water and Sanitation The Company has improved its water resource management system Life on Land With the release of the JA Solar Biodiversity Policy the Company has
Ensure availability and implemented comprehensive wastewater control and continuously optimized Life on Land Protect restore committed to protecting biodiversity and preventing deforestation. We
sustainable management of water-saving measures to improve water use efficiency. and promote the sustainable continue to explore and implement a range of initiatives that contribute to the
water and sanitation for all. use of terrestrial ecosystems improvement of the natural environment.sustainably manage forests
combat desertification halt and
Affordable and Clean Energy Through strategic investments in high-efficiency solar cells new materials reverse land degradation and
Ensure access to affordable and energy storage technologies the Company aims to enhance photovoltaic curb the loss of biodiversity.reliable sustainable and modern power generation efficiency reduce costs and optimize product performance—
energy for all. while delivering tailored low-carbon solar solutions for diverse application Peace Justice and Strong The Company maintains strict compliance standards and enforces a zero-
scenarios worldwide.Institutions tolerance policy for corruption. It upholds transparency and fairness through
Promote peaceful and inclusive the implementation of the JA Solar Whistleblower Protection and Integrity
Decent Work and Committed to providing a fair and safe workplace the Company offers societies for sustainable Reporting Policy and ensures employee voices are heard through a variety of
Economic Growth comprehensive employee benefits to safeguard well-being. It supports career development provide access to democratic communication channels.Promote sustained inclusive and growth through systematic training and ensures long-term development justice for all and build effective
sustainable economic growth full opportunities via a robust compensation management system. accountable and inclusive
and productive employment and institutions at all levels.decent work for all.Partnerships for the Goals The Company also actively collaborates with global partners including the
Strengthen the means of United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) the World Wide Fund for Nature
Industry Innovation and Driven by technological innovation the Company provides efficient clean and implementation and revitalize (WWF) and the International New Energy Solution. Through joint projects
Infrastructure integrated solutions for the global energy transition with efforts spanning R&D the Global Partnership for and technical exchanges it works hand in hand with partners to promote the
Build resilient infrastructure manufacturing low-carbon products and comprehensive service offerings. Sustainable Development. achievement of sustainable development goals.promote inclusive and sustainable It also actively engages in international initiatives industry dialogue and
industrialization and foster technical exchange to drive collective progress in innovation.innovation. Back to contents029 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 TOPIC 1 TOPIC 1 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 030
FORGING A RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAIN Fostering an Equitable Regarding our employees in accordance with the JA Solar Human Rights Policy we are TOPIC and Inclusive Workplace committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment. We fully respect employees' FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT freedom of association and their right to collective bargaining strictly prohibit all forms of 1 through Employees' Rights discrimination harassment and bullying and strive to provide fair working conditions and JA Solar firmly believes that sustainable development is an inevitable choice and Interests Protection equal opportunities for growth and development.to drive lasting progress in human society. At its core sustainability is about upholding the values of "putting people first" and "being environmentally
responsible". We work hand in hand with partners from all sectors to foster a high- Actively Promoting Policy support: We actively foster an open transparent and democratic communication quality development model where humans and nature coexist harmoniously and
Diversity Equality mechanism. Trade union have been established across our sites and collective agreements the upstream and downstream industrial chains progress together promoting the such as the Collective Agreement the Collective Agreement for the Protection of the Rights and
deep integration of sustainability concepts into the industrial value chain. and Inclusion among Interests of Female Employees and the Collective Bargaining Agreement on Salaries have been
Employees put in place. These agreements are updated annually to ensure that employees' rights and
Upholding Human Rights JA Solar actively collaborates closely with business partners and suppliers and aims to manage concerns are protected and addressed.and Environmental human rights and environmental risks in the supply chain through comprehensive contractual obligations rigorous due diligence management procedures and continuous monitoring and Empowerment training: We also offer mental health training programs specifically for female
Standards through a evaluation. employees with a focus on promoting both physical and mental well-being while enhancing
Responsible Supply Chain overall employee development.The Company has established a comprehensive responsible supply chain management system
that starts with policy formulation and risk identification ensuring compliance in supply chain International initiative response: We signed the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs)
operations through a closed-loop management process. As a core policy document the JA of UN Women and promoted their implementation to ensure equal development rights and
Solar Supplier Code of Conduct requires all suppliers to sign and strictly adhere to international equal pay for female employees in the workplace extending gender equality from internal
labor standards and human rights guidelines specifically covering core requirements such as governance to the industrial ecosystem.the prohibition of child labor and forced labor ensuring fair compensation and guaranteeing JA Solar Invited the International
reasonable working hours. It also clearly defines the boundaries of suppliers' responsibilities SOS Pte. Ltd. for Training on
in environmental areas such as energy conservation and emission reduction and control Women's Health and Travel Safety
of specific substances. In addition norms of business ethics such as prohibiting unfair
competition and anti-corruption are also included in the management scope of supplier
conduct.Systematic Institutional JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct details the responsibilities and obligations of suppliers
Guarantees in areas such as labor and human rights health and safety environmental responsibility corporate governance and business ethics.JA Solar Responsible Sourcing Policy clarifies the requirements for suppliers during the Enabling Shared Prosperity At the community level JA Solar fully respects the rights of local residents and the indigenous 100% of our core suppliers sign procurement process and the content of responsible supply chain management such as supply peoples including the rights to maintain and strengthen their institutions culture and
the JA Solar Supplier Code of chain mapping risk prioritization on-site audits corrective actions and exit management. through Community traditions the right to freely pursue development and the right to participate in decision-
Conduct Synergy Fostering making processes that affect their lives. Meanwhile we continuously focus on diverse
100% JA Solar Conflict Minerals Management Policy specifies a responsible management community development actions such as overseas emergency rescue medical care and procedure for conflict minerals for the strict control of the sources of mineral procurement to community development while deeply assessing the Company's impact on the local natural ensure the use of responsible mineral resources in the supply chain. environment and biodiversity to maintain a beautiful community environment and ecology.
During the risk assessment phase JA Solar conducts preliminary risk screening based on
We improved the "Supplier Stakeholder identification and assessment: We comprehensively identify stakeholders and relevant risk indicators to establish a risk positioning benchmark and performs a systematic
Sustainability Assessment" system communicate with them through various means.assessment through the "Supplier Sustainability Assessment" system evaluating multiple
which includes 38 major topics and dimensions such as labor and human rights occupational health and safety environment and Local Employment: JA Solar actively creates more job opportunities for local residents in its
160 indicators. management systems ultimately completing dynamic grading management of supply chain overseas expansion supports localized procurement and contributes to the economic and
38 | 160 risk levels. social development of the region.For suppliers identified as high-risk the Company requires them to develop corrective action Comprehensively advance the Every Corner Sustainable Development Project implementing
plans. Where necessary the Company will offer suggestions and support to ensure the plans projects worldwide in educational empowerment public welfare disaster relief community
clearly define the corrective measures root causes responsible parties and implementation building and related fields.In 2024 we conducted over deadlines. To guarantee effective execution the Company collaborates with third-party
200 supplier empowerment auditors to conduct on-site audits. Suppliers that fail the initial audit are subject to follow-up
training sessions. audits to strictly assess the outcomes of their corrective actions.
200 In cases of severe violations such as persistent environmental pollution without remediation or repeated major human rights infringements the Company will conduct a comprehensive
assessment and in accordance with contractual terms notify the supplier in advance of the
decision to terminate the partnership. Once financial settlements and inventory matters are
resolved the supplier will be permanently blacklisted.Each year the Company maintains regular communication with suppliers and organizes
capacity-building training through both online and offline sessions. By sharing real-life
cases and practical experiences the Company helps suppliers strengthen their compliance
management. When necessary we also provide on-site guidance and technical support to key
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TOPIC SEEKING GREEN VALUE FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE
2 "Visionaries will succeed and travelers will arrive." As a "visionary" and "traveler" in response to global climate change JA Solar closely aligns with international climate policies and action frameworks and works with stakeholders to transform
green visions and actions into practical solutions toward energy transition. On the
path of green transformation we will build a more sustainable and low-carbon
future in cooperation with global partners.Visionaries Ushering a Low-carbon Future with Foresight
JA Solar remains steadfast in its vision for green development. By actively
participating in and promoting international sustainability initiatives we are
accelerating the global green transition and partnering with industry and value
chain stakeholders to support the achievement of global climate goals. Low Carbon Development Launched the "Global Green and Low-carbon Industry and
Initiative Commerce Development" Initiative
Green and Just Transition Joined the "Forward Faster" Initiative of the UNGC In 2024 JA Solar together with 30 leading companies from key industries such as
In March 2024 JA Solar officially pledged to join the "Forward Faster" Initiative construction industrial equipment and finance jointly launched the "Global Green
launched by the UNGC aiming to fast-track progress toward climate action and and Low-carbon Industry and Commerce Development" Initiative. The initiative
sustainable finance among other sustainable development goals. We support aims to promote widespread practices in low-carbon environmental awareness
the achievement of net-zero GHG emissions by placing a just transition at the energy conservation and emission reduction circular economy technological
core ensuring that the implementation of deep decarbonization measures and innovation and green energy applications and to accelerate the green transition
adaptation strategies does not exacerbate social inequalities thereby delivering process of the industry by integrating multiple resources and technological
both climate and social benefits. advantages providing strong support for achieving future global climate goals.Low Carbon Transition Gained Official Certification for Science-Based Targets Supporting Net Zero Goals Joined China's "Green Electricity 100%" Initiative
Goals Initiative (SBTi) Goals (GE100%)
To achieve a low-carbon transition JA Solar has integrated carbon reduction To enhance the transparency of green electricity usage information disclosure
targets into its corporate development strategy and joined the SBTi. In December expand the pathways for green electricity consumption in end-user scenarios and
2024 JA Solar's SBTi targets were officially certified. We clarified the Company's accelerate the process of full coverage of green electricity for enterprises JA Solar
short-term and long-term emission reduction pathways for 2034 and 2050 and joined China's GE100%. As one of the first supporting entities of this initiative JA
provided a measurable and science-based industry benchmark to promote green Solar actively builds a long-term development mechanism for renewable energy
and low-carbon transitions in the sector. accelerating the promotion of renewable energy use and fulfilling the commitment
of the initiative through practical actions.Back to contents033 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 TOPIC 2 TOPIC 2 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 034
Travelers Navigating Green Horizons with Footsteps Building a Zero-carbon Obtained the TüV Zero Carbon Factory Certification for
JA Solar always upholds its responsibility and commitment to global climate Factory
governance. As an action-oriented player in combating climate change we Yangzhou Production Site
actively implement multiple low-carbon initiatives and technological innovations In 2024 the Yangzhou Production Site (Jingshan Park) received a four-star
promoting global climate governance through industry-leading climate-related certification for a Zero-carbon Factory (Type I) from TüV SüD (China) Co. Ltd. based
financial assessments establishing zero-carbon factory pilots and creating zero- on the Evaluation Specification of the Zero-carbon Factory. It became the first zero-
carbon park solutions. We firmly believe that with pragmatic measures and carbon factory in Yangzhou. During the assessment the Yangzhou Production Site
innovative actions we will provide more replicable solutions for the industry's low- excelled in areas such as basic management infrastructure energy and carbon
carbon development and steadily advance on the path to a green future. emission intelligent information systems resource utilization product design GHG
reduction and carbon offsetting. Its total energy consumption and intensity were
both better than national industry and local standards fully showcasing JA Solar's
proactive actions and leading practices in adapting to green transformation.Boosting Climate Unveiled the First TCFD Report at the United Nations
Resilience News Studio
On November 18 2024 JA Solar held a press conference for its first Climate-
related Disclosure Report and TCFD Report at the COP29. Based on mainstream Low-carbon Park Model Presenting the "JA Solar's Solution" for a Low-carbon Park
international climate scenarios we conducted an in-depth quantitative analysis with Multi-scenario Integration
and comprehensively assessed the financial impacts of climate risks laying the In 2024 the low-carbon park project at JA Solar's Dongtai Production Site was
foundation for enhancing resilience in climate risk management. completed presenting the "JA Solar's Solution" for a low-carbon park with multi-
scenario integration. As the Company's first multi-scenario BIPV digital low-carbon
JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. park the project featured a zero-carbon digital management platform and adopted
2023 Climate-Related Disclosure Report multi-scenario BAPV/BIPV integrated photovoltaic storage and charging water
and TCFD Report cooling system and other low-carbon technologies. It can significantly reduce
the park's energy consumption and GHG emissions and achieve efficient resource
recycling. We explored a replicable low-carbon park construction model in areas
such as green power production energy management and resource recycling
providing a benchmark case with demonstrative significance for the industry.BAPV: Building-Applied Photovoltaics BIPV: Building-Integrated Photovoltaics
Empowering a Low-carbon Successfully Completed the
Ecosystem "Climate Ambition Accelerator" Program
In 2024 JA Solar actively participated in the "Climate Ambition Accelerator" program
initiated by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and completed a six-month
capacity-building program together with over 20 global companies. The Company has
demonstrated high levels of participation and innovation in the three core modules of
project infrastructure business practices and implementation promotion. Through
learning in areas such as optimizing GHG emission inventories setting science-based
carbon targets and managing carbon emissions the company has enhanced low-
carbon awareness and created a low-carbon atmosphere internally.035 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024
Product and Service Chapter
Collaboration for
Sustainable Win-win
Growth
As a leading photovoltaic solution provider we continuously optimize
product R&D and quality assurance offering efficient and reliable green
energy solutions. Advancing together with customers suppliers and
industry partners we drive technological progress and industry prosperity
accelerate the popularization of green energy with a collaborative and win-
win approach and create a vibrant and sustainable value ecosystem.PRODUCT R&D INNOVATION 1.1
ENSURING OUTSTANDING QUALITY 1.2
CO-BUILDING A RESPONSIBLE SUPPLY CHAIN 1.3
TRACEABLE SUPPLY CHAIN 1.4
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Product R&D Innovation is the core driver behind JA Solar's high-quality development. Technological Innovation JA Solar continues to increase product performance expand diverse technological
Innovation We continuously promote technological iteration and optimization of the Achievements pathways and comprehensively advance high-efficiency solar cells new material
R&D system by building an innovation ecosystem that coordinates internal 1.1.2 R&D and energy storage technologies. We endeavor to improve photovoltaic 1.1 and external efforts based on market demand. In the field of product R&D power generation efficiency lower costs and optimize product performance while
innovation we consistently invest resources and collaborate with diverse delivering industry-leading low-carbon photovoltaic power solutions worldwide. By
stakeholders to drive breakthroughs and applications in photovoltaic continuously providing higher-quality products and services we aim to create greater
ecological value for the market.technology providing intelligent and green solutions to meet diverse
market needs and co-create a sustainable future. Silicon Wafer We successfully implemented the low-oxygen 6.0 technology for n-type
Innovation monocrystalline silicon significantly reducing the oxygen content in silicon crystals.Innovation-driven JA Solar consistently implements the R&D strategy of "one generation for production This enables higher photovoltaic cell conversion efficiency and further enhances the
Development one generation under R&D and one generation for reservation". We establish a long-term stability and reliability of the cells.vertically integrated technical R&D system for the whole photovoltaic industry
1.1.1 chain and dynamically optimize the R&D system based on internal and external We have developed stacked Poly technology effectively improving both cell
demand enhancing technological innovation capabilities and market response Cell efficiency and yield.efficiency while maintaining a globally leading R&D system and product technology Innovation We proposed technological solutions to replace silver with base metals such as
advantages. Currently our R&D system covers the whole value chain including aluminum and copper in conductive pastes offering the potential to substantially
R&D and the conversion of results with ongoing investments in R&D and talent reduce production costs.acquisition. Through continuous technological innovation and product development
we provide customers with more economical and environmentally friendly products Module We are pursuing all-scenario product design developing targeted module solutions
and solutions. Products for diverse environments such as offshore desert and plateau regions.We continue to promote the application of new technologies launching high-
In 2024 JA Solar's R&D investment reached RMB 3.711 billion accounting for efficiency 0 busbar (0BB) modules and single-glass anti-dust-accumulation modules
approximately 5.29 % of the Company's total revenue. As of December 31 2024 JA based on Bycium+ cell technology.As of 31 December 2024 Solar has a total of 1899 valid authorized patents including 1031 invention patents 0 Busbar (0BB) High-efficiency Module
Valid authorized patents obtained with overseas patent applications covering multiple countries and regions such as Based on n-type Bycium+ cell technology JA Solar has independently developed the 0BB
by JA Solar Europe the United States Japan South Korea Malaysia and India. high-efficiency module. Featuring a busbar-free design this module minimizes ribbon
1899 In addition to continuously expand the depth and breadth of the Company's R&D shading and maximizes light absorption area effectively reducing internal resistance and current transmission loss. With a conversion efficiency exceeding 23.5% it achieves innovation JA Solar actively establishes close cooperative relationships with many breakthroughs in both power output and efficiency.
well-known research institutions universities senior scholars and internationally
renowned enterprises as well as third-party and ecological partners sharing industry Dust-resistant Module
experience and technical resources to jointly introduce and develop cutting-edge JA Solar has developed an anti-dust accumulation module specifically designed for rooftop
technologies. In 2024 JA Solar set and achieved an innovative management goal to applications. Leveraging proprietary anti-dust and frame design patents the module
promote at least two R&D collaborations with external business partners which have demonstrates excellent structural stability in environments with windblown sand and
already been implemented. rainfall. Its optimized front-side design ensures enhanced load-bearing capacity and overall
reliability. Empirical data shows that with the anti-dust design the module's average power
Indicator Unit 2022 2023 2024 generation per watt is 6.13% higher than that of conventional modules. In extended dry
conditions where dust continues to accumulate the power generation gain of the anti-dust
Total revenue from clean technology products and services RMB 100 million 729.89 815.56 701.21 module can exceed 15.75% compared to standard modules.Revenue from clean technology products and services as a % 100% 100% 100%
percentage of total revenue TOPCon Cell Products
We continue to make breakthroughs in photovoltaic cell technology with our TOPCon cell
R&D investment RMB 100 million 46.08 44.46 37.11 products receiving efficiency certifications from multiple authoritative organizations in 2024.Percentage of R&D investment in annual revenue % 6.31% 5.45% 5.29%
In June 2024 JA Solar topped the authoritative list of Solar Cell Efficiency Record Table in
JA Solar and the University In 2024 JA Solar established a laboratory in collaboration with the University of New South
the "Large-size TOPCon Cell Efficiency Category" with its 330cm2 TOPCon cell setting a new
Wales. Both parties will leverage the University of New South Wales' leading photovoltaic world record. Meanwhile this cell is the largest size currently in the silicon-based cell record of New South Wales Jointly and is one of the mainstream mass-produced cell sizes under JA Solar.Established a Laboratory and research resources for in-depth technical exchanges and cooperation in various areas such as photovoltaic cells module technology new materials and carbon reduction technologies
Signed the First Batch of R&D In August 2024 the China Renewable Energy Society PV Committee (CPVS) held the "2024 strengthening resource and advantage complementarity to jointly drive technological Certification Ceremony of China's Highest Efficiency of Solar Cells" at the 19th China
Projects progress and the transformation of research achievements in the photovoltaic industry. Renewable Energy Congress. The efficiency results of the mass-produced size TOPCon cell
CASE submitted by JA Solar were selected for the "2024 China's Highest Efficiency of Solar Cells"
list ranking first in the n-TOPCon category.In November 2024 the globally recognized testing authority Germany's Institute for Solar
Energy Research in Hamelin (ISFH) issued a test report confirming that JA Solar's cell
achieved an open-circuit voltage (Voc) of 748.6 mV setting a new record in the commercial
TOPCon cell sector. This result surpasses the open-circuit voltage of the current world-record
back-contact (BC) cell and reaches the passivation level of heterojunction (HJT) cells . 1
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Awarded by Award Green Products The Company places great importance on the environmental impact of its products
comprehensively reducing carbon footprints through utilizing green energy building
Ministry of Industry and National Technological Innovation Demonstration Enterprise green supply chains green product design and intellegent manufacturing and conducting
Information Technology green recycling. The Company embeds ecological concepts from the design stage reduces
National Manufacturing Single Champion Enterprise environmental burdens through material innovation and process optimization and has
established a dedicated carbon footprint management team in the R&D department.Second Prize of BRICS Industrial Innovation Contest 2024 Guided by the concept of green design and in pace with international market trends we are
committed to providing products that meet green certification requirements. We build a
Industry Development and Promotion Second Prize in the Solar Photovoltaic Track at the Second Energy Electronics Industry Innovation
Competition green product matrix around silver-free technology low-carbon modules and energy storage Center of the Ministry of Industry and systems and actively adopt green auxiliary materials such as lead-free solder ribbons
Information Technology
Golden Award in the Grand Final at the Second Energy Electronics Industry Innovation Competition fluorine-free backsheet alcohol-free silicone and low-acid encapsulants to effectively
reduce the carbon footprint of our products.National Energy Administration International Energy Cooperation Best Practice
Carbon Footprint Certification
PV Evolution Labs (PVEL) Top Performer in PVEL for the Ninth Consecutive Year Effective tracking and recording of carbon emission data is an important foundation for
establishing science-based carbon targets optimizing emission reduction strategies and
Renewable Energy Testing Center Highest Achiever by Renewable Energy Testing Center (RETC) achieving carbon neutrality goals in the future providing data support and decision-
making basis for the Company's green transformation and sustainable development. JA
TüV Rheinland 2024 "AQM" TOPCon Bifacial Module Outdoor Power Generation Excellence Award Solar actively promotes the calculation and assessment of product carbon footprints by
introducing third-party certification and platform management strictly monitoring the
PV magazine Five-Star "VERY GOOD" Rating carbon emissions throughout the whole lifecycle of products from production to recycling.As of now all of the Company's mainstream products have passed the carbon footprint
certification by Certisolis in France. In 2024 JA Solar continued to explore improve and
innovate processes across the whole industry chain from crystal pulling silicon wafers and
cells to modules implementing multiple measures to reduce carbon emissions during the
Green Solutions JA Solar always embeds the concept of green and low-carbon development manufacturing process ultimately achieving outstanding results where the carbon value of
1.1.3 throughout the whole product lifecycle. Driven by technological innovation we are mainstream n-type products can reach below 400 kgCO2e/kW.
dedicated to green practices from multiple dimensions including innovative R&D
manufacturing production low-carbon products and comprehensive solutions for In 2024 the China Electronics Standardization Institute released the "Basic Database
efficient and clean solutions for global energy transition. JA Solar Released the First
Product Carbon Footprint and Accounting Platform for Carbon Footprints of Photovoltaic Industry Products"
providing data support for the industry's low-carbon transition. As one of the first
Green Technology JA Solar actively explores green technology. We make ongoing efforts to drive technological Report for the "Initial companies to access this platform JA Solar took the lead in quantifying the carbon
innovation through AI intelligent crystal pulling low-temperature interconnection and other Application Accounting footprint of its products throughout their whole lifecycle and was awarded the
technologies providing strong technical support for the construction of green products. Platform"
industry's first product carbon footprint certification certificate from the platform
CASE
Crystal-Pulling In the crystal-pulling technology sector JA Solar continuously innovates by developing AI- demonstrating its authority and international recognition in product carbon footprint
Technology enhanced crystal pulling furnaces introducing new thermal field designs applying advanced management.materials and successfully achieving a significant power reduction growing process. On this
basis JA Solar further developed its unique crystal-pulling technology which combined
multiple advanced processes to further reduce the power of pulling furnaces and decreased
energy consumption per unit output as well as promote green manufacturing.Module Technology In the module technology sector JA Solar actively participates in national key R&D
programs completing the development of low-temperature interconnection technology
at the module end to reduce potential thermal damage caused by traditional high-
temperature welding processes and improve the long-term module reliability. Meanwhile we
have adopted new technologies such as thinner encapsulant films reduced-weight ribbons
and non-aluminum frames initially achieving the design and development of high-efficiency
low-consumption cell module products with optimized raw and auxiliary meterials.Green Product Certification
Green Manufacturing JA Solar highly values collaborative cooperation across the whole industry chain striving JA Solar has always focused on the environmental performance of the product lifecycle and
to build a resource-efficient and environmentally friendly business model during the actively sought relevant authoritative international certifications to reduce the potential
manufacturing production phase. To reduce peak electricity consumption the Company environmental impact of its products. In 2024 JA Solar's n-type products successfully
has implemented an optimization system for electricity usage during peak and valley obtained Norway and Italy Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) certification owing
times scheduling workshop machine maintenance during peak times and ramping up to their high efficiency and low environmental impact effectively providing green-
temperature during valley times effectively reducing production costs and unnecessary certified products for both domestic and international markets. Moreover during the
energy consumption. In addition we actively promote the deep integration of digitalization reporting period JA Solar's n-type photovoltaic products successfully passed the Product
and energy management in our production sites optimize factory equipment and facilities Environmental Profile Ecopasport audit promoted jointly by the French Environment and
continuously improve the green manufacturing system while increasing the use of green Energy Management Agency (ADEME) and the French Standardization Organization (AFNOR).electricity accelerating the layout of medium- and long-term technology reserves and By obtaining this Ecopasport consumers can gain clearer insights into the environmental
energy storage facilities and are devoted to building green factories and promoting the data of JA Solar products through the passport platform enabling them to make more
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Green Solutions JA Solar fully considers the environmental requirements of different application scenarios Photovoltaic Solution for In 2024 JA Solar launched a "Photovoltaic + Agricultural Irrigation" demonstration project
and actively explores and provides customized integrated green intelligent solutions for Agricultural Irrigation System in Brazil promoting the local agricultural green transformation through customized
various application contexts. To meet the diverse needs of customers the Company has photovoltaic solutions. The project deploys efficient photovoltaic modules in Brazil's
established a zero-carbon business team built a zero-carbon technology system and CASE agricultural regions to provide clean energy for irrigation systems replacing traditional high-
As of now achieved innovative applications in various scenarios such as offshore photovoltaics low- carbon equipment such as diesel generators. In response to the characteristics of strong
carbon parks and photovoltaic sand control. This further expands the practical scope sunlight and intermittent irrigation needs in tropical regions the system uses high-power
The scale of JA Solar's self-owned of green technology promotes the green and low-carbon transition of various industrial high-efficiency photovoltaic modules to ensure the stable operation of irrigation equipment.power stations has reached chains and regions and allows more areas and people to enjoy green renewable energy. This practice not only reduces agricultural production's dependence on fossil energy but
3700 MW Meanwhile for example near airports due to high requirements for light reflection the also creates a replicable green solution for agricultural irrigation systems aiding in the low-Company has developed corresponding anti-glare modules to reduce light pollution's carbon transition of agriculture.impact on airport operations and the surrounding environment. For water-based power
stations considering the importance of water quality protection lead-free solder strips
with an annual power generation are used to avoid lead contamination of water sources and protect the aquatic ecological Exploring Innovative Most member countries of the BRICS are troubled by land desertification. PV-enabled
of over environment. We have developed and designed new products such as anti-dirt frames to Solutions for "PV-enabled desertification control as an emerging technology can achieve both environmental
3.7 billion kWh reduce the frequency of cleaning during module maintenance thereby lowering resource Desertification Control" improvement and economic benefits but it also places higher demands on photovoltaic consumption. module products. In September 2024 JA Solar's "High-performance Desert Modules CASE Supporting PV-enabled Desertification Control" project stood out among all leading
As of December 31 2024 our sales and service network covers 178 countries and regions. photovoltaic companies winning the Second Prize in the BRICS Industrial Innovation Contest
The scale of JA Solar's self-owned power stations has reached 3700 MW with an annual and being included in the "BRICS Industrial Innovation Cooperation Project Database". To
power generation of over 3.7 billion kWh. In addition JA Solar facilitates PV grid connection this end JA Solar proposed targeted product solutions for desert scenarios by optimizing cell
at a fair price in line with development trends enabling both green development and social technology selecting packaging materials and designing module systems.benefits.Low-Carbon Campus To reduce the impact on the environment JA Solar has integrated the concept of green low-
Distributed Photovoltaic The 51 MW rooftop distributed photovoltaic project at the Baotou Production Site is an Construction Solutions carbon into the operational philosophy of Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of New Energy. The
important part of the National Energy Administration's photovoltaic pilot project in the campus has created multiple photovoltaic BIPV systems including curtain walls corridors Projects Assisted Regions in CASE
Addressing Climate Change Qingshan District of Baotou City and serves as a model practice for using renewable energy
and carports and through a smart energy management platform integrates photovoltaic
solutions to promote green energy and address climate change. The project is now fully and renewable energy heating and cooling supply achieving "integrated wind solar
CASE operational with an average annual generated power of approximately 66 million kWh storage and charging" in the training building enabling integrated control of energy such
saving about 80 million tce each year reducing carbon emissions by about 36000 tonnes as "electricity cooling heating water and gas" and implementing dynamic optimization
and saving approximately RMB 21.1 million in electricity costs annually. It is estimated that across all stages of energy production storage distribution and consumption. Meanwhile
the project will generate 1.65 billion kWh of green electricity over its whole lifecycle saving the combined heating and cooling system using soil-source heat pumps and air-source heat Average annual power
generation 200000 tce and RMB 560 million in electricity costs. The project is being efficiently advanced
pumps has a renewable energy share of over 80%. JA Solar helps achieve a safe low-carbon
with some sections taking only 68 days from construction to grid connection. JA Solar has energy supply flexible smart energy storage and green efficient energy use on campus 66 million kWh completed a grid-connected capacity of 51 MW accounting for 64.31% of the total capacity in providing a standard model for building low-carbon campuses.the area becoming the core force in promoting the whole region and providing constructive
solutions for regional green energy promotion and climate change response. Creating a Green Regarding the green demonstration factory construction project of Xinxiang Liby Industrial
Demonstration Factory in Co. Ltd. JA Solar has engaged in strategic cooperation with Liby Group. Currently the first
phase of the rooftop distributed photovoltaic project has been completed and put into
JA Solar Launched Offshore In January 2024 JA Solar launched the DeepBlue 4.0 Pro SkyBlue Series and the OceanBlue Partnership with Liby operation. The project exclusively uses JA Solar's module products with integrated services
Photovoltaic Solutions Series two offshore photovoltaic n-type product solutions to help the industry tackle the CASE from planning to operation and maintenance provided by JA Solar's Intelligent Energy.challenges of offshore applications. The two products inherit the characteristics of DeepBlue
CASE 4.0 Pro which include "high power high efficiency high generation and high reliability" In light of the characteristics of the color steel tile roof at the Xinxiang Liby factory the
while adding advantages such as "salt mist resistance UV resistance damp heat resistance technical team adopted a photovoltaic flat installation scheme and employed specialized
and hot spot resistance" ensuring investment returns for offshore photovoltaic power integrated clamps to securely install the modules achieving a comprehensive balance
stations and providing efficient and reliable solutions for offshore photovoltaics. Among between photovoltaic power generation roof reliability and shading insulation. After the
them SkyBlue Series is suitable for tidal flat sites with water depths of less than 10 meters project commenced operation it reduced internal energy consumption within the factory
or within 500 meters from the coast using pile foundation installation and features high simultaneously improved the working environment and effectively alleviated the pressure
water resistance UV resistance corrosion resistance and high volume resistivity. OceanBlue of peak electricity demand in summer becoming a model project for the integration of the
Series is suitable for offshore areas with water depths greater than 10 meters and floating "photovoltaics + manufacturing industry". Under the "self-generated power for self-use
installation is adopted. It features low carbon lightweight and higher reliability to ensure and surplus electricity connected to the grid" model the project is expected to generate an
long-term stable operation. The combination of SkyBlue Series and OceanBlue Series average annual electricity output of approximately 3.889 million kWh with a total output of
comprehensively covers offshore photovoltaic application scenarios meets diverse needs about 97.2241 million kWh over 25 years corresponding to an estimated savings of about
and further consolidates JA Solar's technological leadership in the industry. RMB 31.48 million in electricity costs for the factory. It can reduce carbon dioxide emissions
by 52000 tonnes and sulfur dioxide emissions by 0.52 tonnes annually demonstrating
significant cost reduction and emission reduction effects.Expected average annual
power generation
3.9 million kWh
Annual carbon dioxide emissions
reduction
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Empowering Digital JA Solar uses new quality productive force as an engine to accelerate high-quality Ensuring Outstanding Stable and reliable quality management is an important foundation
and Intelligent development and industrial upgrading. We deeply integrate digital and intelligent Quality for the Company's long-term development. JA Solar actively builds
Manufacturing transformation and continuously apply advanced technology to empower the a comprehensive quality management system optimizes quality
construction of module production sites and build a globally competitive intelligent..1.2
1 1 4 management continuously enhances customer service experience and manufacturing system. ensures that every link from R&D to delivery meets excellent standards
Leveraging the Company's profound experience of intelligent manufacturing in providing customers with trustworthy green energy solutions.the fields of silicon wafers cells and modules we further reshape our production
model. By deeply integrating cutting-edge technologies such as 5G and AI the Optimizing Quality Adhering to the product quality management concepts of "Ensuring Quality Achieving
Company is gradually building a fully connected high-speed digital factory and fully Management Excellence Perfecting Details Creating Value" guided by customer needs and
implementing the China Manufacturing Maturity Model (CMMM) system significantly underpinned by a robust quality management framework and system we have established
enhancing production efficiency and achieving intelligent upgrades across the whole 1.2.1 a comprehensive quality management system that spans the whole industry chain and product lifecycle from product design raw material control and production process
production process. Meanwhile JA Solar organically combines digitalization with inspection to finished product quality control and after-sales service. We are committed to
energy management greatly improving automation levels green manufacturing continuously providing customers with high-quality reliable and responsible products.capabilities and energy consumption control efficiency.During the product manufacturing process JA Solar strictly complies with relevant laws
Name of Production Site Honor Name and regulations such as the Product Quality Law of the People's Republic of China and the
Standardization Law of the People's Republic of China and establishes a comprehensive
Hefei Production Site Selected for the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's 2024 5G Factory Directory and efficient quality management structure in accordance with the standards of the ISO
9001 quality management system ensuring that every link strictly meets quality control
Shijiazhuang Production Site Awarded the Provincial-level Title of "Advanced Intelligent Factory" standards. The Company has established a clear product quality supervision system
and clearly defined the quality responsibilities and authorities at all levels laying a solid
Dongtai Production Site Selected for the "Jiangsu Province Industrial Internet Platform" management foundation for building a high-quality ecological system.Selected as a "Four-Star Cloud Enterprise and Industrial Information Security Protection Star
Enterprise" by the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology Meanwhile to ensure the effective implementation of quality management at critical
production nodes the Company has established several internal systems including the
Qujing Production Site Selected as a 2024 "Digital and Intelligent Factory" Demonstration Project by the Yunnan Quality/Environmental/Occupational Health and Safety Management Manual Headquarters
Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology Document Control Procedure Management Review Procedure Identification and
Traceability Management Procedure and Product Protection and Delivery Management
Procedure standardizing and regulating processes to ensure effective quality management
The First in the Industry - Yangzhou In 2024 the Yangzhou Production Site with its leading intelligent manufacturing facilities and strictly controlling every detail of quality management in the production process.Production Site Achieved Level 3 and systems successfully applied for and passed the Level 3 Certification through the
Certification through the "CMMM "CMMM Intelligent Manufacturing Maturity Assessment" becoming the first photovoltaic Internal Audits
Intelligent Manufacturing Maturity company to obtain this certification. The Yangzhou Production Site has achieved full-process
JA Solar's Comprehensive Quality System Management at Cross-factory Audits and
Assessment" digital management by linking intelligent systems such as the automated warehouse with
Quality Management Headquarters Management Reviews
the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and the Warehouse Management System (WMS). System
CASE
Fine Quality Management
Production Sites Across the Whole Industry
Chain
Whole Industry Chain
Ignots Wafer Cell Module
Shijiazhuang Production Site The Shijiazhuang Production Site is comprehensively deriving digital transformation
Was Awarded the Provincial- and upgrading. Centering on the CMMM Intelligent Manufacturing Capability Maturity
level "Advanced Intelligent Assessment and implementing MES and Equipment Automation Project (EAP) systems it has streamlined the information and data flow across all stages of silicon wafer and cell
Factory" Honor production integrating AI visual recognition data to achieve comprehensive interconnection
CASE and collaborative sharing of equipment data and software/hardware ensuring quality
tracking and traceability throughout the process. In 2024 the Shijiazhuang Production Site
successfully won the provincial-level honor of "Advanced Intelligent Factory" marking a Products
milestone achievement in digital transformation.Design and Purchasing Manufacturing Testing Shipment Transportation
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Full-lifecycle Quality JA Solar continuously promotes the refinement and systematization of quality Product Testing During the product testing phase JA Solar establishes strict testing standards to
Management management. In 2024 JA Solar established a new full lifecycle quality management ensure that modules pass rigorous tests conducted by internationally recognized
model that covers the whole lifecycle of products or services including planning authorities demonstrating excellent performance in product quality reliability
design manufacturing delivery use and maintenance. and power generation. In addition to meeting national testing certifications and
market access requirements in key operating regions the Company adopts even
This management model is based on the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management stricter testing standards during the product design and development process to
framework aiming to ensure continuous monitoring and management of the ensure product performance and safety under extreme conditions such as potential
quality of products or services throughout their whole lifecycle and to promptly induced degradation (PID) salt spray ammonia sand and dust mechanical load and
identify and resolve potential quality risks and issues through corresponding packaging and transportation. Meanwhile the Company conducts a comprehensive
feedback mechanisms ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services assessment of the potential environmental and social impacts during the product's
continuously enhancing customer satisfaction and further sharpening the usage ensuring that the product meets sustainability requirements throughout its
Company's core competitive edge. whole lifecycle.Raw Material Procurement In the raw material procurement phase JA Solar implements strict audits and JA Solar has obtained ISO 9001 quality management system certification and IEC
evaluations of suppliers and supplied materials to ensure the long-term stability of To date JA Solar has conducted environmental and social impact 62941 photovoltaic module manufacturing quality management system certification.raw material quality prioritizing materials that meet environmental protection and assessments on 18 product categories Its main products have passed product safety certifications in multiple countries and
safety standards. By controlling product quality from the source the Company builds accounting for 86% of all products. regions such as EU CE North America ETL(NA ETL) UK MCS Germany TüV Australia
a solid quality barrier laying the foundation for the continuous provision of high- 86% CEC India BIS and South Korea KS.quality products.Production Operations In actual production operations JA Solar adopts multiple measures to strictly control
several important production nodes continuously optimizing quality management Key Performance
processes and management measures. For the research and design phase the
Company has established a comprehensive product feasibility assessment system Goal: JA Solar's Outgoing Quality Rate
focusing on a thorough evaluation of product design material selection and (OOR) reaches 100% with zero major
quality and safety incidents.production process reliability to ensure that product quality and safety meet the 2024 Action: All goals have been achieved.highest standards.
100%
Full-lifecycle Quality Management – Operation Model
Order Confirmation and Review
Organizational Quality Objective Setting
Quality Policy/Objectives Customer Order Change Management Qualification and Access Verification
Operational Monitoring Communication
Quality Planning Customer Factory Audit Routine Product Audits
Quality Manual ESG and Compliance Verification Quality Inspection and Shipment Management
DFMEA
Procedural Documents Design and
Development New Product Development
On-site Project Services
Identification of Risks and Opportunities Management Customer Satisfaction Survey Analysis and Improvement
Product Certification
Change Management Customer Complaints and Feedback
Reliability Verification
1 Planning 2 Support 3 Design & Development 4 Production & 5 Product Delivery 6 Continuous Manufacturing Improvement
Personnel
Resources Standard Operating Environment (SOE) Internal Audits and
Basic Practices Improvements
Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
Operating Environment External Audits and
Process Quality Engineering (PQE) Improvements
Monitoring and Measuring Resources
Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) Management Review
Organizational Knowledge and ImprovementsCompetence Laboratory Management Corrective and
Awareness Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis Preventive Actions CAR
Communication Management (PFMEA) Statistical Process Control (SPC) Quality Cost KAIZEN
Document Control Procedures Seven Quality Tools MSA (Measurement System
Document and Record Management Analysis) Nonconforming Product Control 8D、PDCA、5W1H
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Fostering a Quality JA Solar is committed to creating a quality management culture that involves Providing Quality Since its inception JA Solar has adhered to the service principle of "Putting
Culture everyone advocating for employees to integrate quality awareness into every Services Customers First Continuously Meeting Their Demands" and provided high-quality
1.2.2 aspect of their daily work. We actively carry out various activities such as Quality 1.2.4 services to every customer. We follow the service philosophy of "Customer-centric" Management Month quality meetings specialized training and excellent team and the business philosophy of "Born to Create Values for Customers" continuously
evaluations to continuously improve product quality identify problems solve issues improving services and using customer satisfaction as our action guideline to
and comprehensively ensure product quality and safety promoting the Company's enhance the global customer service network.high-quality development.We have established a standardized and regulated customer service assurance system
to ensure active responses at every stage related to customers before during and
JA Solar's Quality Month To create a positive atmosphere of "valuing customer needs guaranteeing quality among after sales providing a comprehensive high-quality service experience. The Company
Empowerment Training all and pursuing excellence in quality" JA Solar held a Quality Month empowerment has developed internal documents such as the JA Solar Module Complaint Feedback
event in September 2024. During the event we conducted training on quality system
CASE management knowledge introduced quality management tools and discussed ideas Handling Process Customer Complaint Quality Target Management Procedure
and methods for solving quality issues. Meanwhile the Company popularized quality Customer Satisfaction Survey Procedure Power Station Visit Service Process and
knowledge through online classes exhibited defect catalogs conducted internal audits Product Recall Handling Process. During the reporting period we optimized and
internal training and external communication and learning comprehensively raising the updated the after-sales on-site service documents including the On-site Service
quality awareness of all employees and enhancing the overall quality management level. Management Measures for Projects On-site Service Reward and Punishment
Management System On-site Service Project Vehicle Management System and
On-site Service Process. Meanwhile JA Solar actively developed a new customer
complaint system allowing customers to directly submit complaints and follow up
on the progress of complaint handling optimizing the interaction experience and
continuously enhancing customer trust and satisfaction.In 2024 the number of incidents of In addition JA Solar is actively improving responsible marketing management
marketing violations by establishing a responsible marketing review mechanism to ensure that all
0 promotional materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements. We actively update marketing materials striving to use more environmentally friendly materials Major Honors JA Solar always adheres to the principles of continuous improvement and innovation. without changing costs.
With an excellent quality management system and advanced technological capabilities
the Company continuously earns recognition in the industry and has received numerous
awards and honors. Coverage of ESG training for sales
personnel
Awarded by Honor
China Testing & Certification Best Quality Award for Outdoor Empirical Evidence 100%
International Group Co. Ltd.Outstanding Performance Award in Extreme Cold
Gold Award for "Excellent Quality Control Laboratory"
China General Certification Center Level A+ in Leader + Cold Climate Empirical Assessment Certificate
China Machinery Industry Federation Silver Award in the "Hangyang Cup" Third National Machinery Industry Product
Quality Innovation Competition
Strengthening Product JA Solar values the management of non-conforming products and strictly controls
Responsibility the product recall process. In response to potential product quality and safety risk JA Solar Conducted Responsible In 2024 to comprehensively raise the sustainability consciousness of sales personnel
1.2.3 issues the Company has established internal management systems such as the Marketing and ESG-themed
JA Solar also conducted responsible marketing and ESG-themed training for all
Product Recall Handling Process Non-conforming Product Control Procedure Training for All Sales Personnel sales employees requiring full participation and setting post-training assessments
Major Quality Abnormality Handling Mechanism and Continuous Improvement to ensure adherence to sustainability principles in marketing activities promoting CASE
Management Procedure to ensure that the Company can respond promptly and products and services in an honest transparent and fair manner and providing
take effective measures to recall non-conforming products when faced with recall customers with a higher quality service experience.events triggered by quality abnormalities thereby minimizing customer losses and
protecting customer rights.During the reporting period
JA Solar had no product risk
incidents with 0 product recalls.
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Global Customer Service Pre-sales Service In 2024 JA Solar's average To further understand customer needs and elevate service levels the Company
System The Company has built a professional sales team with rich experience and excellent customer satisfaction score was has established diversified communication and feedback channels. Customers can
skills. We are dedicated to providing customers with comprehensive product information 94.80 obtain service support or provide feedback through various channels such as the customized solutions and efficient service support. By deeply understanding customer official website official WeChat account headquarters telephone and customer needs the team can accurately match products and services helping customers achieve service email. Meanwhile the Company conducts annual customer satisfaction
customized business goals and creating diverse value for them. surveys to systematically understand customer needs. Through a regular customer
During-sales Service communication mechanism the Company actively listens to customer opinions and
In 2024 JA Solar provided a total continuously optimizes service efficiency and quality. During the reporting period JA
of 182 on-site services During the module supply process the Company always prioritizes customer needs
providing comprehensive sales support. We arrange for engineers to be on-site to provide Solar received 2913 customer complaints including 607 product complaints. During
182 professional technical support to customers including comprehensive technical training the same period there were 0 incidents of proactive product recalls due to quality and project inspections. In 2024 the Company conducted 182 on-site services to power issues and the customer complaint resolution rate was 100%.
stations identifying and correcting 1510 anomalies during inspections helping customers
avoid risks and providing more stable high-quality services.Identifying and correcting 1510
anomalies during inspections Meanwhile the Company conducts factory audits for customers covering areas such as
1510 quality management systems occupational health and safety management systems and social responsibility and provides power station testing services. To address
potential safety risks during on-site operations we conduct detailed safety briefings and
communications to ensure the safety and efficiency of the work. In 2024 the Company
In 2024 JA Solar conducted a total conducted a total of 213 power station tests for customers including 129 third-party
of 213 power station tests tests with JA Solar leading 64 tests and assisting in 65 tests while JA Solar independently
213 conducted 84 tests. Through meticulous services we effectively manage risks helping customers enhance operational stability and ensure the long-term smooth operation of power stations.
Building a JA Solar places great importance on the quality of customer service and regularly
After-sales Service Professional Team conducts targeted customer service training to enhance the professional capabilities
For after-sales service the Company has established a professional customer service and service levels of the team. During the reporting period the Company conducted
team through rigorous training and selection and has implemented a "24-hour response over 30 themed training sessions to comprehensively improve the professional
mechanism" for customer feedback to efficiently address customer needs. Upon receiving quality and problem-solving abilities of customer service personnel. Meanwhile
customer feedback we promise to contact the customer within 24 hours to understand the the Company organized over 190 external operation and maintenance knowledge
issue in detail and provide an urgent solution. Meanwhile the issue will be immediately training sessions to comprehensively enhance the skills of on-site power station
forwarded to the relevant department where a specially formed investigation team will installation and maintenance personnel.complete the cause analysis clarify responsibility for routine cases within 10 working days
and ensure that solutions for major cases are submitted to the customer within 30 days.This process aims to quickly respond to customer needs and ensure efficient resolution
of issues through a systematic investigation and handling mechanism thereby enhancing
customer satisfaction. In 2024 JA Solar implemented a "customer complaint feedback
tiered response mechanism" to manage processing timeliness based on the number
of abnormal modules reported by customers clearly defining processing timeframes
to ensure efficient responses and problem resolution thereby improving customer
satisfaction. Additionally the Company has optimized the complaint system through
digitalization allowing customers to submit requests in real-time and track processing
progress significantly enhancing service response efficiency and trust through transparent
two-way communication providing sustainable value assurance for global customers.After-sales Service Internal: Establishment of a Dedicated Investigation Team With its excellent service quality and professional technical support JA Solar has
Mechanism 2024 Optimization Measures: Tiered Management Efficient Response received high recognition and praise from customers. In 2024 JA Solar's on-site
services received over 20 letters of appreciation banners and honorary awards from
customers.External: "24-Hour Response Mechanism"
2024 Optimization Measures: Establishment of a Digital Customer
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Co-building a We are keenly aware that a well-established supply chain management The Company explicitly requires all links in the supply chain to strictly adhere to labor
Responsible Supply system is an important support for the sustainable development of rights protection environmental protection and business ethics as outlined in the JA
the Company. By implementing systematic control strengthening risk Solar Supplier Code of Conduct and has incorporated these requirements into the supplier Chain identification and prevention and carrying out collaborative empowerment lifecycle management system. In addition the Company regularly review our purchasing
1.3 measures we actively build a responsible supply chain system that covers practices toward suppliers according to ESG requirements and actively responds to the
the whole lifecycle of products and services promoting the low-carbon and call of the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) to continuously improve management system
in accordance with its ESG audit requirements. Yangzhou and Fengxian production sites 1
equitable transformation of the value chain. passed SSI ESG sudit and was awarded the Silver Medal in March 2025.Optimizing Quality JA Solar adheres to international initiatives and standards such as the core The main content of the JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct
Management conventions of the International Labor Organization and the ten principles of the
United Nations Global Compact establishing a responsible supply chain strategy Labor and Child labor in any form is not permitted.
1.3.1 system themed "Together Towards Tomorrow" to ensure the standardization Human Rights
and systematization of sustainability management for suppliers. According to Forced labor in any form is not allowed.the Rules of Procedure of the ESG and Compliance Management Committee the
ESG and Compliance Management Committee is responsible for overseeing the Wages must be paid on time and must meet at least the applicable legal requirements.implementation of the supplier ESG management plan and reporting on responsible
supply chain matters to the board of directors continuously promoting the iterative Overtime should be based on voluntary principles and reasonable rest time
upgrade of the sustainability system of the supply chain. must be provided.During the reporting period The Company provides strong support for achieving end-to-end efficient Discrimination in any form is not allowed.JA Solar had a total of 110 core collaboration by formulating management systems such as the New Supplier/New
suppliers Material Introduction Management Policies Supplier Daily Management Regulations Respect for employees' rights to voluntarily establish join or not join trade unions or
110 Measures for Monitoring Key Characteristics of Raw Materials Supplier Materials similar legitimate representative organizations as well as their rights to participate in Evaluation Regulations JA Solar Responsible Sourcing Policy and JA Solar Supplier collective bargaining.
Code of Conduct continuously improving the supply chain management system and
clearly defining responsibilities and risk management for suppliers. Respect and support the development of the community where operations are located.During the reporting period we continued to strengthen training for procurement Responsible mineral sourcing shall be ensured through comprehensive due diligence
personnel ensuring that all procurement staff completed specialized training in and monitoring.responsible supply chain management thereby enhancing sustainable procurement
capability. EHS Management ISO system certification shall be carried out.Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the prohibition or
restriction of specific substances must be ensured.Management systems for water resources GHG emissions energy management and
Supply Chain Distribution biodiversity conservation shall be established.Mechanisms for health and safety risk assessment and preventive controls shall be
developed.Plan for emergencies shall be conducted and corresponding response systems
implemented.Comply with laws and regulations on hazardous materials control.Norway
Germany Corporate Governance Commercial bribery and corruption are strictly prohibited.America South Korea and Business Ethics
China
Data compliance and privacy protection must be upheld.Vietnam
Thailand Intellectual property rights shall be respected and protected.Singapore Indonesia
Malaysia
Monopolistic practices and unfair competition are not permitted.All reasonable measures must be taken to prevent funds from being used for unlawful
purposes.Requirements for supply chain traceability and integrity must be met.
1 The SSI ESG audit adopts the SSI ESG standard which is mainly based on the EU CSRD ESRS standard and focuses on key issues related to the
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Responsible JA Solar is committed to continuously monitoring and promoting compliance with
Procurement Chain social and environmental requirements throughout the supply chain. Through
1.3.2 policies such as the JA Solar Responsible Sourcing Policy we continuously improve risk-based supply chain due diligence management processes and measures
establishing a responsible procurement chain that covers the whole process from
supplier admission assessment and monitoring corrective improvement and exit
to supplier empowerment.Responsible Supply Chain SOP
Supplier Management
Policy and Risk Corrective Disclosure
Guidelines Identification Actions and and
and Remedial Reporting
Monitoring Measures
(Emergency Response)
According to requirements of UN Guiding Principles on Business and
Human Rights (UNGP) the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence
Directive (CSDDD) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and
Development (OECD) JA Solar's supply chain due diligence management
Support Mechanisms system includes continuous improvement of policies and guidelines
risk identification and monitoring and implementation of corrective
Suppliers Suppliers and remedial measures supported by supplier capacity building and
Capacity Building Engagement engagement and closed loop management through information disclosure Assessment and Based on the JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct and other policies we convey ESG
and reporting. Monitoring compliance requirements and expectations in the supply chain and continuously
monitor and assess suppliers' compliance status through supplier sustainability
Supplier Access When establishing partnerships with new suppliers JA Solar carefully screens its direct assessment questionnaires and on-site audits (including factory visits employee
suppliers assessing their human rights labor management performance environmental interviews document reviews etc.).social and climate-related ESG risks through public databases and prioritizes suppliers
with relevant ESG certifications carbon footprint certifications traceability and compliant JA Solar proactively assesses potential ESG risks in the supply chain. First we identify
In 2024 superior labor management performance carbon values. the priority suppliers based on relevant risk indicators. Second we require suppliers
The signing rate of the JA Solar within this scope to complete the supplier sustainability assessment questionnaires
Supplier Code of Conduct Before introducing new suppliers a JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct must be signed by to preliminarily assess potential environmental and human rights risks and form
among core suppliers reached 100% the Company to ensure the integrity and compliance of the introduction process meeting an internal joint audit team to audit the suppliers. Based on the survey results of
the Company's needs for technological advancement cost control and environmental
100% the supplier sustainability assessment questionnaire the Company deeply analyzes protection. In 2024 the Company clarified the responsibilities of various departments in potential risks from the dimensions of labor and human rights occupational health the supplier introduction documents and promoted improvements in comprehensive and
large-scale supply chain management during the introduction process. and safety environment and management systems and prioritizes the risks. Finally
based on the internal risk assessment results the Company collaborates with a third-
Green Procurement party professional audit team to conduct in-depth audits of suppliers identified as
JA Solar practices the concept of green development in supply chain management
100% of JA Solar's main material high-risk along with other measures to monitor the risks.encouraging raw material suppliers to obtain carbon footprint certifications and
suppliers have passed the ISO 9001
Quality Management System prioritizing local suppliers by building regional procurement networks favoring the
Certification purchase of environmentally friendly materials to enhance both procurement efficiency In 2024 JA Solar conducted supplier sustainability
and energy-saving emissions reduction thereby minimizing the environmental impact of
100% assessments for 104 suppliers of key categories including 104the procurement process. silicon materials cell materials and module materials.
During the reporting period the Company conducted investigations on all main material
suppliers regarding the Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
91% have passed the ISO 14001 Equipment (RoHS) and the Regulation on Registration Evaluation Authorization and
In 2024 JA Solar conducted a centralized ESG audit for silicon material suppliers.Environmental Management System Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) requiring suppliers to provide relevant independent The Company invited a third party to conduct ESG audits of suppliers and the audit
Certification third-party reports annually to ensure that module materials comply with RoHS and REACH conclusions found that all suppliers had no related risks with most suppliers at a
91% standards. good level or above. For category suppliers the Company invited a third party to conduct on-site SA8000 social responsibility management system audits. The covered suppliers have good assessment results in environmental protection responsibilities
ethical responsibilities fair competition anti-corruption relationship and capacity
90% have passed the ISO 45001 building among other areas.
Occupational Health and Safety
Management System Certification Responsible Supply Chain Goal:
90% By the end of 2025 JA Solar will 100% conduct third-party 100%on-site audits for high-risk core suppliers.055 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FASTER | Product and Service Chapter FASTER | Product and Service Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 056
Correction During the supplier assessment and audit process if any issues or non-compliance Supplier Empowerment While strictly managing the risks of sustainability in the supply chain JA Solar also
Improvement and Exit situations are identified JA Solar will require suppliers to take corrective actions and and Participation focuses on empowering partners by organizing training on key sustainability issues
will track the progress of these corrective measures conducting follow-up audits. for supply chain partners and providing systematic core knowledge on sustainability.Meanwhile JA Solar will implement targeted corrective measures based on the Through technical collaboration and resource sharing we help suppliers enhance
severity of the non-compliance situation. their ESG capabilities and build a shared-responsibility supply chain ecosystem.During the reporting period JA Solar conducted multiple ESG training sessions for
Corrective Actions and Issue Identification supply chain partners covering topics such as sustainable development concepts
Remedial Measures
Upon discovering risks and violations immediately launch an investigation notify CDP decarbonization training SA8000 and labor rights training. (Emergency Response) the supplier in writing and hold root-cause discussions.To continuously improve suppliers' performance in environmental social and
governance aspects JA Solar has established various incentive measures for suppliers
Action Plan Development that excel in sustainability assessments. For qualified suppliers the Company will
increase transaction volume prioritize trading opportunities raise supply or raise
Require suppliers to develop a Corrective Action Plan with clear objectives root supply ratios.causes responsible parties and deadlines also feedback and support from the
company if necessary. JA Solar is keenly aware that there may be significant differences in responsibility
Regular Communication allocation and available resources due to the varying sizes and resources of suppliers. The Company fully understands and supports small and medium-sized enterprises
Hold progress meetings regularly to track remediation and ensure transparency. (SMEs) by empowering them through various forms of collaboration to enhance
their ESG management capabilities working together to promote positive industry
development. In addition the Company regularly communicates and negotiates with
Audit Follow-up suppliers collects issues and suggestions through a complaint mechanism identifies
supplier management problems for subsequent improvements and archives all
If the initial audit fails a warning will be issued with a deadline for corrective communication feedback for future reference.actions and a follow-up secondary audit will be conducted to strictly monitor the
effectiveness of the correction. Persistent non-compliance triggers termination
assessments.Responsible Supply Chain Goal:
Remedial Measures By the end of 2025 we plan to provide training on supply ESG
Remedial measures are taken where necessary and effectiveness is checked with chain sustainability and ESG compliance for employees in the
the risk remediation situation input into policy and guideline reviews. procurement center as well as online training on sustainability
and ESG compliance for all core suppliers.Decision Assessment
If the supplier persistently violate environmental/human rights standards (such JA Solar Collaborates with In 2024 JA Solar suppliers participating in the CDP Supply Chain Program accounted for over
Suppliers to Empower ESG 68% of the procurement amount.as persistent severe environmental pollution or repeated serious human rights JA Solar organized specialized training for suppliers on ESG and SA8000 covering ESG rating
violations) or if there are serious violations or excessive risks an assessment will CASE standards carbon emission standards compliance standards and sustainability assessment
be made on whether to terminate the partnership.In 2024 standards.JA Solar conducted written and Exit Process
on-site audits of suppliers who
developed corrective action plans Once a supplier enters the exit process the Company will notify the supplier in
based on the audit results with a advance per contractual terms settle accounts manage inventory and blacklist
final issue rectification rate of 100% non-compliant suppliers prohibiting future collaboration.
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Traceable JA Solar is committed to building a transparent and traceable supply Key Mineral JA Solar always conducts ethical procurement and complies with the Chinese Due
Supply Chain chain management system promoting full-chain implementation where Management Diligence Guidelines for Mineral Supply Chains the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for
the source of raw materials is traceable processes are monitorable and Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas
1.4 1.4.2responsibilities are accountable. We incorporate the management of critical (hereinafter referred to as the "OECD Guidelines") and the Responsible Minerals
Initiative (RMI) compliance assurance measures. The Company does not use any
minerals as a core topic in the supply chain to ensure that the procurement mineral raw materials that may exacerbate conflicts undermine human rights or
and use of critical minerals comply with sustainability principles. damage the environment and explicitly requires suppliers to commit that the mineral
raw materials come from environmentally and socially responsible sources ensuring
Raw Material Leveraging digital technology and upholding the concept of lifecycle management the traceability and controllability of the minerals used in the supply chain.Traceability JA Solar has achieved traceability of raw material sources monitoring of processes
and accountability effectively enhancing the transparency and controllability of the The Company is dedicated to responsibly sourcing minerals throughout the supply
1.4.1 supply chain. In early 2024 JA Solar officially launched the domestic tracing system chain and has developed detailed JA Solar Conflict Minerals Management Policy. We
are dedicated to reducing the use of minerals such as tin tungsten tantalum and
project aiming to build a digital traceability system integrating three centers: "Data gold ("3TG") in our products and are dedicated to sourcing minerals in a manner
Center" "Document Center" and "Tracing Center". The system focuses on automated that protects the environment and human health respects human rights and
full-chain traceability from modules to polysilicon materials incorporating combats forced labor child labor and human trafficking ensuring that the minerals
multiple functions such as traceability queries tracing document downloads and a used in our products do not lead to armed conflict negative human rights impacts
production map overview. or environmental degradation in conflict-affected and high-risk areas ("CAHRA").Meanwhile the Company actively traces the sources of conflict minerals used in its
In addition JA Solar will further optimize the raw material tracing system from two products and carries out diversified due diligence management.dimensions: business management and the tracing system. From the perspective
of business management JA Solar plans to implement unified management of raw
material granularity across various production sites through systematic management Due Diligence Management Approach Specific Content
methods and aims to optimize and upgrade the relevant Warehouse Management
System (WMS) by 2025. In terms of tracing system construction JA Solar not only Establishment of We establish a management system conflict mineral policy due diligence procedures
focuses on creating a full-chain automated traceability function from modules to Management System and safeguard measures and communicate them to its upstream suppliers while
providing training for internal and external personnel to enhance due diligence
polysilicon materials but also designs traceability functions for non-silicon materials capabilities.and adds an external import function for polysilicon material suppliers to meet the
subsequent demand for traceability to the source of the minerals.Risk Identification and We regularly identify and assess the adverse impact associated with conflict
Assessment minerals in the supply chain.Risk Mitigation Based on supplier due diligence management and risk assessment outcomes we
design and implement response strategies and require the supplier to promptly
provide a remediation plan and take appropriated measures to mitigate the risk
if associated risks are identified. We may suspend or terminate cooperation with
suppliers who fail to implement corrective actions effectively.Audits and Reviews We require some key suppliers to undergo independent third-party audits with
stringent criteria and periodically review their policies and procedures while
continuously improving responsible supply chain management.Reporting and We continuously enhance supply chain transparency regularly disclose mineral supply
Official Launch of the Domestic In November 2024 the first chain domestic tracing system project officially started and Transparency chain due diligence policies and practices and accept supervision from all parties.Tracing System Project entered trial operation covering Hefei Dongtai Yangzhou and Baotou production sites.The system is scheduled for official rollout in the second half of 2025. While improving the
CASE quality of tracing data in the first batch of production sites the Company is simultaneously Meanwhile we convey compliance requirements for conflict minerals to suppliers
promoting the digital construction of tracing systems in other production sites and will through policies such as the JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct and the JA Solar
gradually expand the management scope of traceable materials extending vertically to Responsible Sourcing Policy requiring suppliers to sign the JA Solar Conflict Minerals
traceability of upstream silicon mines and horizontally to traceability management of non- Statement. In 2024 the Company conducted annual conflict mineral due diligence
silicon materials. using the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) issued by RMI requiring
suppliers to provide information about their upstream smelters or refiners while also
In 2024 reporting their performance in conflict mineral management.All suppliers involved in the conflict The conflict mineral materials involved in JA Solar are"tin" which is primarily used
mineral business have signed the JA
Solar Conflict Minerals Statement in junction boxes and solder strips; other conflict mineral materials are not involved.and JA Solar products have achieved Through an investigation of the sources of "tin" used by a total of 20 suppliers of JA
100% responsible sourced minerals. Solar's junction boxes and solder strips it has been found that all sources of tin are
produced in mainland China with no minerals sourced from the Democratic Republic
100% of the Congo or neighboring countries and no involvement in the use of conflict minerals.059 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 060
Environmental Chapter
Net-zero Pathway Drives
Circular Development
JA Solar envisions a "Zero-carbon Future" and integrates sustainability into
its corporate strategy actively building a sustainable ecological network
that covers the entire value chain. JA Solar reshapes its development logic
with "Symbiosis" promoting the deep integration of commercial value and
ecological well-being. Through a refined environmental management model
and practices of the circular economy we endeavor to promote the efficient
use and collaborative symbiosis of resources across the entire industry chain
striking a dynamic balance between production operations and ecological
protection.COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE 2.1
IMPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2.2
FOSTERING GREEN CULTURE 2.3
CREATING A CIRCULAR ECONOMY 2.4
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Combating As a company operating in an industry inherently aligned with green principles JA JA Solar further deepens climate analysis based on the recommendations of the Task
Climate Change Solar actively explores greener approaches to its production and operations. We Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework and the IFRS S2 Climate-remain steadfast in accelerating carbon neutrality through systematic emission related Disclosures issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). The
2.1 reductions technological innovation and international cooperation. In 2024 to Company has chosen authoritative climate scenarios from the Intergovernmental Panel
further enhance the Company's climate-related risk management capabilities and on Climate Change (IPCC) and the International Energy Agency (IEA) for stress testing
identify relevant financial impacts the Company released its first Climate-related studying and organizing the potentially significant impacts modes of impact and time
Disclosure Report and TCFD Report presenting in-depth risk and opportunity dimensions of different categories of climate risks on the Company's business strategy
assessments for 133 assets globally including in China Vietnam Japan and and financial planning. These efforts provide decision support for optimizing climate risk
Germany and carrying out climate-related scenario analysis. response and management and developing a more resilient strategy.Governance JA Solar places great importance on climate change issues positioning its climate. . governance framework as a key component of the Company's organizational structure and 2 1 1 has established a three-level climate governance framework with close coordination and
clear division of responsibilities under the leadership of the Board of Directors. The Board of
Directors should receive at least one report annually on the progress of climate-related work
and guide the advancement of these efforts. We incorporate climate action indicators such
as the percentage of renewable energy usage and the compliance rate of waste emissions
into the annual performance evaluations of senior management providing incentives based
on actual achievements to ensure the effective implementation of climate governance goals. For physical risks we selected four main future climate change scenarios based on the
Moreover we actively conduct training on climate change issues for Board members and Physical Risks Representative Concentration Pathways (RCP) and Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSP)
engage in communication and resolutions regarding climate change risks.published by the IPCC:
Level Governance Structure Description of Authority Climate Scenario Scenario Type GHG Emissions Projected Increase in Global
Board Board of Providing high-level Establish the Company's climate governance framework and Average Temperature by 2100
Level Directors guidance and management mechanisms
overseeing the SSP5-8.5 Very high CO2 emissions triple by 2075 3.3 - 5.7℃
Strategy and strategy Lead and supervise the Company's response to climate GHG emissions
Sustainability change approve the planning and setting of the Company's
Committee climate and strategic ESG goals SSP3-7.0 High CO2 emissions double by 2100 2.8 - 4.6℃
GHG emissions
Management ESG and Developing strategy Develop the Company's climate strategies and goals
Level Compliance and coordinating implement the strategic deployment of the Strategy and
Management actions Sustainability Committee under the Board of Directors and SSP2-4.5 Intermediate CO2 emissions around current levels until 2.1 - 3℃
Committee promote the implementation of climate change-related work GHG emissions 2050 then falling but not reaching net zero
in all business area by 2100
Implementation ESG Management Implementing Implement resolutions related to ESG climate and SSP1-2.6 Low CO2 emissions cut to net zero around 2050 1.3 - 2.4℃
Level and Sustainability strategies and sustainability promote the implementation of all climate GHG emissions
Department coordinating internal strategies and coordinate with relevant personnel from all
and external works centers departments and sites to achieve integrated and
collaborative efforts Transition Risks For transition risks we used three transition scenarios published by the IEA:
Strategy JA Solar actively responds to climate change contributing to the achievement of the Climate Scenario Scenario Type Main Content Projected Increase in Global
2.1.2 goal of limiting the temperature increase to 1.5° C above pre-industrial levels in the Paris Average Temperature by 2100Agreement through its actions. The Company has developed four major strategies to
promote low-carbon transformation and climate adaptation continuously leading the IEA NZE Normative Net Describe a pathway for the global energy sector to Approximately 1.5℃
global energy transition and moving towards net-zero emissions. Scenario Zero Emissions by reach net zero CO2 emissions by 2050 with advanced
2050 Scenario economies reaching net zero emissions in advance
Four Major Strategies Specific Content of others meeting key energy-related Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) and aligning with
Conducting Reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions from construction to operation in the emissions reductions assessed in the IPCC's Sixth
Green Production park through BIPV (Building Integrated Photovoltaics) and self-consumption distributed Assessment Report
photovoltaic power generation
Cooperating with Prioritize suppliers that provide environmentally friendly and low-carbon raw materials IEA APS Announced Illustrate the extent to which announced ambitions Approximately 1.7℃
Low-carbon Partners and establish long-term cooperative relationships with them to ensure a stable and Scenario Pledges Scenario
and targets can deliver the emissions reductions
sustainable source of raw materials needed to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and assume countries implement their national targets in
Cultivating Advocate for a green culture implement green office practices promote energy full and on time according to all recent major national
conservation and emission reduction in operational processes and integrate low-carbon announcements as of the end of August 2023Climate Awareness
measures into daily work
IEA STEPS Stated Policies Provide a sense of the prevailing direction of energy Approximately 2.4℃
Addressing Consider climate risks in the selection of production sites and photovoltaic power station Scenario Scenario system progression based on a detailed review of the
Physical Climate Risks sites evaluate the impact of climate risks on business continuity during operations current policy landscape by not taking for granted
enhance emergency disaster response capabilities prepare emergency plans and that governments will reach all announced policies
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Categories and Impacts of Physical Risks
Risk Risk Risk Scope Time Potential Impact
Category Factor Description Dimension Dimension Impact Level
Policy Existing The introduction of climate-related policies Self- Short- Increased Medium
and policies such as China's 14th Five-Year Plan for operations Long operating costsIndustrial Green Development and the EU's
Legal TermNet-Zero Industry Act has raised higher
Risks requirements for enterprises to practice green
production build green factories and reduce
carbon footprints. The national carbon market
is continuously developing and in addition to
power generation companies the country will
accelerate the inclusion of eight key industries
into the carbon market. The increasingly
stringent carbon market regulations and
the broader industries involved will raise JA
Solar's operating costs.Emerging Regulatory authorities are imposing higher Self- Short- Increased Medium
policies requirements for climate information operations Medium compliance costs
disclosure from listed companies. Ambitious Term
national emission reduction targets and
net-zero actions will require companies to
accelerate their climate transition increasing
their policy costs.Legal As governments and regulatory authorities Self- Short- Increased Low
litigation around the world pay increasing attention operations Medium compliance costs
to climate issues and as more laws and Term
regulations related to climate issues are
introduced the number of legal cases related
to climate issues continues to grow.Under different climate scenarios JA Solar has conducted quantitative analyses of climate risks Technolo- With the rapid expansion of the global new Self- Short- Increased Medium
based on the geographical locations and business conditions of its production sites assessing the Technical Risks gical energy industry users have higher demands for operations Long operating costs financial impacts of climate risks and making comprehensive judgments on the degree of climate iteration the power generation efficiency and stability Term and reduced
impact identifying significant physical risks transition risks and climate-related opportunities. of photovoltaic modules. Meanwhile with the revenue stability
ongoing focus on product carbon footprints
We have also developed corresponding overall plans to adapt to potential physical risks and seize in the future managing the carbon footprint
related opportunities. throughout the entire product lifecycle is an
urgent issue that needs to be addressed.Categories and Impacts of Physical Risks
Scientific The timing of technology development Self- Medium- Loss of R&D Medium
Risk Risk Risk Scope Time Potential Impact and and application is an important uncertain operations Long investment
Category Factor Description Dimension Dimension Impact Level technolo- factor. Looking to the long term outdated Term risk of asset
gical R&D technologies and high-cost capacities will stranding
Acute Extreme Extreme weather events such as heavy rain Whole Short- Asset loss Low gradually be optimized and eliminated
Risk weather floods and typhoons triggered by climate value Medium increased
thereby optimizing the industrial structure
change may threaten the equipment and chain Term operating costs and initiating a new round of industry growth
infrastructure of JA Solar's production and cycles. Failure to accurately assess the
operation sites as well as facilities like the development dynamics of key technologies
photovoltaic power stations owned by the in the photovoltaic industry as well as the
Company. This could also lead to disruptions direction of new technology and product R&D
or interruptions in the supply of raw materials may lead to losses in R&D investment.and product logistics as well as delays in
ongoing projects. Market Changes The carbon price pressure from upstream Supply Medium Increased costs Low
Risk in the suppliers and the requirements of chain Term decreased supply and downstream consumers for the carbon revenue
demand footprint of products will lead to changes in
Chronic Long-term Chronic risks caused by climate change Self- Long Term Asset loss Low pattern the existing upstream and downstream supply
Risk natural include persistent high temperatures operations increased of the chain structure.risks droughts and rising sea levels. These cooling costs industry
risks may affect JA Solar's production and and reduced chain
operation sites photovoltaic power plants employee
and other infrastructure located in climate- efficiency and Stakeholder Climate issues have gained widespread Whole Medium- Damaged brand Low
sensitive areas water-sensitive areas or Reputati-engagement expectations global attention and inadequate responses
low-elevation regions and may also impact onal value Long value and to climate change may lead to negative
employee health. Risk chain Term increased stock evaluations of the Company by stakeholders price volatility
such as customers investors the public and
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Identification of Climate-related Opportunities Risk Management JA Solar has incorporated climate risks into its Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). . framework. Based on the results of climate scenario analyses the Company continues to Potential Opportunities Opportunity Description 2024 Performance 2 1 3 improve the identification measurement and monitoring of climate risks. It also develops
targeted response strategies and implements corresponding actions and measures for
Increase With the advancement of global "net zero" JA Solar's module shipments exceeded 79.447 different types of climate-related risks thereby continuously enhancing its climate risk
in Product goals the pace of energy transition is GW covering 178 countries and regions management capabilities.Application accelerating and the application fields of maintaining a leading position globally. The
Market photovoltaic products will expand. According Company's core product the n-type high-
to the 1.5° C temperature rise control scenario efficiency photovoltaic module DeepBlue 4.0 Climate Risk Identification and Management Flowchart
proposed in the World Energy Transition Pro has been widely launched in the market
Outlook published by the International along with two new high-efficiency module ESG and Compliance
Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in 2023 by products: the 0BB module and the single- Management Committee
2030 the global installed capacity of renewable glass anti-dust module significantly increasing
energy needs to exceed 11000 GW with solar product reliability in various scenarios.photovoltaic and wind power accounting for
about 90% of the newly added renewable
energy generation capacity. Identification ESG Management and Management
process Sustainability Department process
Customer As awareness of climate change increases JA Solar consistently integrates the concept of
Demand for customers' consumption concepts are green and low-carbon throughout the entire
Low-carbon changing. Both businesses and individual product lifecycle providing customers with
Product consumers are gradually incorporating green solutions from multiple dimensions
low-carbon and environmentally friendly including innovative R&D manufacturing low- Review the integration of climate risks in the
considerations into their purchasing decisions. carbon products and comprehensive solutions. Collection of climate risk information overall risk management framework
The Company actively promotes product life
cycle assessment and all mainstream products
have passed the French Certisolis carbon
footprint certification. The carbon value of
mainstream n-type products has decreased to Factory International Internal External
below 400 kgCO2e/kW. operations standards data assessments Review the internal reporting system of the climate-related risk management process of
the Company
Improvement The Company reduces carbon emissions The amount of clean energy used exceeded
in Energy Use in its operations by applying photovoltaic 2939108 GWh and the installed capacity of self-
Efficiency power generation to its daily operations and generated distributed power stations reached
purchasing green electricity while gaining 298 MW. Define the sustainability/key risk indicators of
advantages in carbon trading and government Climate risk inventory the climate-related risk management process of
incentives. the Company
Review the climate-related risk management
Climate risk identification process and policy evaluation
Improvement The Company is committed to improving its ESG JA Solar actively participates in various
in Financing rating results aiming to be included in major ESG-related ratings in the capital market Risk information Carbon emissions External
Efficiency international sustainable financing efficiency continuously improving rating performance collection team management team experts Review the risk assessment of the risk control
development indices to attract more investors. through disclosure optimization and systems already implemented
Obtain more low-carbon certifications to secure management enhancement gaining recognition
green loans at lower interest rates fully broaden in the capital market.financing channels and reduce financing costs.Identify risk management processes and policies
Climate risk assessment for climate-related risks067 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 068
Indicators and JA Solar continues to promote energy-saving and low-carbon manufacturing supports GHG Emissions 1 As a global leader in solar photovoltaic product manufacturing JA Solar focuses
Targets sustainable investment and financing and is committed to contributing to the transformation towards a sustainable future for all humanity through its products and services. Our goal for 2024 on the research development and manufacturing of solar products that convert solar energy into electricity applied in residential commercial and power station
2.1.4 2030 is to achieve 100% certification related to sustainability for mainstream suppliers. We generation systems. Based on the shipment volume of cells and modules in 2024
also commit to achieving net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 striving to become a global leader we avoid the emission of over 50 million tCO e.in sustainable development. In December 2024 JA Solar's SBTi targets were officially certified 2
with the following details:
Target Year Scope 1 & Scope 2 Targets Scope 3 Targets
Scope 1 2022 45268
Short-term Target Reduce absolute scope 1 and Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from Direct GHG Emissions
scope 2 GHG emissions 58.8% purchased goods and services 63.8% per MW 2023 1091782034 by 2034 from a 2023 base year of solar related products produced by 2034 Unit: tCO2e 2024 107171
58.8% from a 2023 base year63.8% Scope 2 2022 1834111
Indirect GHG Emissions 2023 2762785
Long-term Target Reduce absolute scope 1 and Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from Unit: tCO2e 2024 3220788
2050 scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by purchased goods and services capital 2050 from a 2023 base year goods fuel-and energy-related activities and
90% upstream transportation and distribution 97% per MW of solar related products Scope 3 2022 15702382produced by 2050 from a 2023 base year Other Indirect GHG Emissions 2023 24351855
Unit: tCO e
97%2202432233663
Net Zero Target Achieve net-zero GHG emissions across
2050 the value chainTo support the achievement of these goals JA Solar continuously optimizes GHG emission
management enhances the disclosure of climate-related indicators (Scope 1 2 and 3)
and discloses performance measurement targets: including the identification and sorting
of key indicators and determining performance measurement targets. Through carbon
emission programs budgeting forecasting and analysis control the Company actively
promotes intelligent carbon management and comprehensively conducts carbon inventory
work. During the reporting period all production sites have conducted GHG inventory in
accordance with ISO 14064-1:2018 and A Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard (GHG
Protocol) and obtained third-party verification statements.Emission Reduction To further promote climate transition the Company actively invests manpower and various
Measures resources appointing carbon managers at the sites to monitor and manage the Company's carbon emissions and actively implements multiple GHG emission reduction initiatives.Type of Emission Scope of Emission Key Measures
Reduction Reduction
Direct Scope 1 Reduction of the use of fuel vehicles: We have made it clear that no new fuel vehicles will
Emission be purchased for official use in the future aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Key Performance GHG Emissions Intensity (Scope 1 + Scope 2)
Reduction associated with business travel. Unit: tCO2e/MWEnergy Management Team: By establishing an Energy Management Team we conduct 41.89
regular itemized analyses of energy consumption levels continuously optimize energy usage
and promote best practices across the Group. Percentage of self-generated and self-used
distributed electricity
Indirect Scope 2 Improvement of green electricity consumption: We use renewable energy electricity to 2.24%
Energy-related systematically reduce the carbon footprint of purchased electricity by installing distributed
Emission photovoltaics on rooftops and green electricity direct purchase agreements. Self-generated and self-used distributed Smart energy management: We build an energy data center to collect and deeply analyze
energy data in real time accurately locate energy-saving optimization space and improve installed capacity 298MW
overall energy efficiency.Percentage of green 2
Collaborative Scope 3 Low-carbon material substitution: We give priority to purchasing environmentally friendly
Avoided Emissions +
Emission materials such as recycled aluminum frames and low-carbon back panels and work with
electricity use 34% Unit: million tCO2e 50
Reduction suppliers to carry out carbon footprint accounting and emission reduction technology R&D.Green logistics system: We further promote green logistics modes such as road-rail
along the combined transport and water-land combined transport to reduce carbon emissions from 1 Greenhouse gas emissions increased in 2024 compared to 2023 due to higher shipment volumes.Value Chain logistics throughout the product life cycle. 2 When calculating avoided emissions the annual power generation hours of JA Solar's PV modules are assumed to be 1300 hours. For key overseas sales regions grid emission factors published by the European Commission (January 2024) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (January 2025) are adopted. For all other regions
grid emission factors issued by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People's Republic of China (December 2024) are applied.069 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 070
Improving Low-carbon operations and green development are key pillars of our commitment Identification and Evaluation In adherence to the concept of "early detection and early action" we carry out regular
Environmental to sustainable development. We continuously refine our environmental of Environmental Factors environmental risk management. We strictly follow internal management requirements management practices and remain dedicated to improving the efficiency of such as the Environmental Factor Identification and Evaluation Procedures and the List of
Management energy and resource utilization. By advocating clean production and ensuring the Significant Environmental Factors establishing an environmental factor identification and
efficient and compliant disposal of various types of waste we actively promote evaluation process for the production site to systematically identify assess and monitor the
2.2 green manufacturing and operational practices. Through the establishment of environmental impact risk factors during the Company's operations.
clear environmental management objectives we drive the implementation of
sustainable production across all stages. Our ultimate goal is to build a green Select activities processes products and services STEP 1
industrial park throughout its entire lifecycle and to foster the coordinated
advancement of both corporate growth and environmental benefits.Identify the environmental aspects associated with the selected STEP 2
Environmental JA Solar strictly complies with the Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of activities processes products and services
Management System China Regulations on the Environmental Protection Management of Construction Projects Integrated Wastewater Discharge Standard Law of the People's Republic of China on the Identify the environmental impacts related to each
2.2.1 Prevention and Control of Solid Waste Pollution Regulations on Administration of Pollutant environmental aspect STEP 3
Discharge Permits and other relevant laws and regulations at the operational location
to ensure that corporate operations meet environmental protection requirements. At the
corporate level we have established a comprehensive environmental system and periodically Determine significant environmental aspects and prioritize them STEP 4
revise policies to ensure that our environmental management fully meets the latest domestic
and international legal requirements.Taking a target-oriented management approach we
continuously reduce environmental impact by setting specific goals and driving substantial Assess the significance of each environmental impact STEP 5
achievement. Currently our environmental management system covers environmental goals
management plans green production waste disposal and environmental monitoring forming
a comprehensive environmental management process. We link environmental management Training on Environmental In 2024 the Ordos Production Site conducted its first environmental impact factor
performance indicators with the performance evaluations of senior executives and various Factor Identification and identification work for the production processes of modules. Training on environmental
production sites establishing a full-chain environmental management supervision system led Evaluation Methods factor identification and evaluation methods was provided to all departments which
by the headquarters' Environment Health and Safety (EHS). identified environmental factors related to the entire lifecycle of the Company's activities
CASE products and services on site. Based on the identified significant environmental factors
During the reporting period all production sites that had officially targets indicators and management plans were developed for effective control.been put into operation by JA Solar had passed the ISO14001
environmental management system certification. 100% Emergency Response JA Solar's production sites have each developed emergency plans for sudden environmental
incidents systematically standardizing emergency response processes and responsibilities
System Develop a series of policies and systems such as the EHS Management System Manual the and Capacity Building and clarifying emergency management methods for various sudden environmental incidents.Constraints Guidelines for EHS Management of JA Solar and the Environmental Protection Management On this basis each production site regularly organizes emergency training and drills for
Procedures and regularly update them based on actual conditions to ensure compliance with various scenarios of sudden environmental incidents effectively enhancing the emergency
the latest environmental protection standards. response capabilities for such events. Over the past four fiscal years the environmental
management work at the Company headquarters and all production sites has steadily
System Establish a full-chain supervision system where the headquarters' EHS management
department oversees the environmental management implementation at each site and progressed with no incidents of fines related to environmental or ecological issues.Supervision
each production site sets up dedicated EHS health and safety departments to fulfill local
management responsibilities and regularly report data to the headquarters. Emergency Drill for In September 2024 to enhance employees' emergency response capabilities for hazardous
Hazardous Waste Leakage at waste leakage incidents the Ordos Production Site organized an emergency drill for hazardous
Performance Establish a binding mechanism through the "Annual Environmental Performance Indicator
Assessment Mechanism": the headquarters conducts quantitative assessments of production the Ordos Production Site
waste leakage at the temporary hazardous waste storage site. This drill raised awareness and
Linkage strengthened the self-rescue capabilities of the employees while also helping the Company
sites and the assessment results are directly linked to the performance evaluations of CASE improve the emergency response procedures for hazardous waste leakage incidents.the production site management and company executives driving the implementation of
environmental management responsibilities at all levels.Environmental Management Process
Type of Measures Specific Content
Definition of Goals 1 Determine environmental protection goals and quantifiable indicators for each department such as setting targets for air pollutant and wastewater reduction and waste recycling rates while mobilizing all employees to participate in environmental protection efforts. Supervision and Evaluation In terms of the supervision and evaluation mechanism the Company has established a
2 supervisory system that combines internal audits with external verification. We regularly conduct Development of Environmental Develop an environmental goal management plan based on national and local laws and Mechanism internal audits to comprehensively inspect and evaluate the environmental management Management Systems and Plan regulations and tailored to the organization's characteristics and create plans for waste gas and wastewater treatment based on different environmental protection requirements. work of various departments and production sites promptly identifying issues and proposing
corrective suggestions. Meanwhile third-party professional organizations are invited to
Compliant Disposal and 3 Ensure compliant disposal of waste gas and solid waste generated during production conduct external verifications to ensure that the Company's environmental management Green Production establish an environmental management ledger ensure the normal operation of work complies with national international industry and local standards and regulations.environmental protection facilities and promote green production processes to reduce
pollutant generation at the source. Key Performance In 2024 the Company's investment in environmental protection
reached RMB 87.61 million mainly used for the construction and
Daily Monitoring 4 Prepare self-monitoring plans according to pollutant discharge permit management upgrading of pollution control facilities in the production process 87.61requirements regularly commission qualified third parties for environmental testing the purchase of environmental monitoring equipment and other understand the status of environmental protection work and the operation of the operational management measures to continuously improve the RMB million
environmental management system promptly address any gaps and ensure that wastewater Company's environmental management.waste gas and noise emissions meet standards.071 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 072
Building Green Parks Guided by the concept of sustainable development JA Solar deeply embeds ESG
2.2.2 factors throughout the entire lifecycle of the green park. From the early project assessment and site selection to mid-term project initiation and review and later
operational evaluation the Company strictly considers sustainability elements closely
linking investment operations with sustainable development goals and striving to
create a model of a green low-carbon park for the entire lifecycle.Main Steps Specific Content
Early Stage: Through collecting information on environmental capacity and local environmental
Project Assessment and planning we assess the potential impact of the project on the region after its
Site Selection implementation and actively assess the local green power supply.We consider multiple ESG factors such as the project site's environment green power
water resources use and local employment implement sustainable site selection
identify related risks and if necessary engage third parties for due diligence.Middle Stage: We organize the preparation of project feasibility studies and financial evaluation
Project Initiation and Review reports and carry out the necessary project initiation reviews and approval processes
for the Company's investment projects.In the project investment feasibility report we integrate ESG factors such as green
power usage into the review criteria to ensure the project aligns deeply with
sustainable development goals.Late Stage： We require the production site and the invested project to evaluate their sustainability
Project Evaluation and Operation performance to ensure that the project achieves sustainability in technical economic
and environmental dimensions.Based on rating criteria such as the General Rules for Evaluation of Green Factories we
conduct a comprehensive green upgrade further increase the number of national and
provincial green factory applications and create green benchmark cases.Key Performance By the end of 2024 a total of 6 production sites under JA Solar have
been awarded the title of "National Green Factory" by the Ministry of 6
Industry and Information Technology.073 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 074
Energy Management The Company strictly complies with relevant laws and regulations at its operating Energy Efficiency Meanwhile we actively promote energy efficiency training for employees. By
2.2.3 locations such as the Law on Energy Conservation of the People's Republic of China Training deepening the awareness of energy conservation we integrate energy management the Renewable Energy Law of the People's Republic of China and the Law of the knowledge into production and operational practices effectively transforming energy-
People's Republic of China on the Promotion of Clean Production. We have established saving concepts into daily operational habits.internal policies and systems including the Energy Management Measures Energy
Resource Management Policy and Energy Management Manual which clarify the Training on Raising Energy In 2024 the Xingtai Production Site took the lead in energy-saving and consumption-
management responsibilities processes and assessment standards for energy Conservation Awareness at reduction initiatives. It organized department heads to interpret energy-saving policies
management. The Company implements the three-level "company workshop and Xingtai Production Site conduct benchmarking analyses of industry best practices and provide training on the use of team" energy management and incentive assessment mechanism breaks down energy consumption diagnostic tools. Each department subsequently trained all employees
energy-saving targets and incorporates them into the performance evaluation CASE and established a long-term promotion mechanism that translated awareness into action.system. Energy management is quantified and systematized with regular inspections
conducted on key energy consumption points in production workshops and timely
rectification of identified energy management issues to reduce unnecessary energy
loss continuously enhance energy-saving awareness and optimize energy use
efficiency. In 2024 the Company's energy management targets were all achieved.
2024 Energy Management Targets
Annual reduction rate of Ingot Wafer Cell Module
energy consumption per unit Project Project Project Project
3%2%4%1%
As of December 31 2024 seven PV production sites of JA Solar passed the ISO 50001 Key Performance Comprehensive energy consumption
energy management system certification. In addition in 2024 JA Solar New Energy Unit: tce
Yangzhou Co.Ltd. (Yangzhou Production Site) was awarded the "Four-Star Zero-Carbon 1059002.77
Factory (Type I)" certification.Energy Conservation and Energy conservation and consumption reduction is an important approach for JA Solar Comprehensive energy consumption intensity
Consumption Reduction to conduct refined energy management. We fully explore energy-saving potential and Unit: tce/MW 13.33
continuously improve energy efficiency through the introduction of digital systems
equipment upgrades and process optimization. Relying on industrial internet technology In 2024 JA Solar continued to promote the application of renewable energy. Through
JA Solar has established an energy management network covering the entire production the construction of distributed photovoltaic power stations and the procurement of
site achieving intelligent management of energy data throughout the product lifecycle. green electricity the Company achieved a 34% annual proportion of green electricity
Through intelligent management the Company can collect and deeply analyze energy usage. These efforts helped minimize energy consumption and GHG emissions during
data in real-time accurately identify energy-saving optimization opportunities and the production process. As one of the first participants in China's "Green Electricity
simultaneously implement periodic energy audits overseeing daily energy management 100%" (GE100%) Initiative JA Solar launched pilot green electricity procurement
and energy control in production workshops at various production site. project at key production sites supporting the development of the renewable power
consumption system.Shijiazhuang Production Site The production site introduced the Smart Energy Management System (EMS) to achieve
real-time monitoring of energy-consuming equipment and summary analysis of energy
data enhancing the level of refined energy management. Key Performance In 2024 the clean energy consumption
of JA Solar was 2975333.85
Baotou Production Site The production site carried out comprehensive energy-saving technology renovation projects Unit: MWh
optimizing the air energy heating system water source heat pump heating system and argon
gas recovery process with an expected annual energy saving of over 4700 tce. Among these In 2024 the installed capacity of self-generated and self-
the centralized heating renovation of the air energy system in the dormitory apartment used distributed power stations reached 298
buildings is expected to achieve an annual electricity saving of about 740000 kWh. Unit: MW
Qujing Production Site The production site implemented a special plan for energy conservation and consumption
reduction utilizing the heat recovery technology of air compressors and chillers to recycle heat
for pure water heating thus eliminating the need for high-power cleaning machine heating
devices in the silicon wafer cleaning process achieving an energy efficiency upgrade in the
cleaning procedure. After the installation of an energy recovery device on the air compressor the
cleaning workshop can reduce electricity consumption by approximately 3500 kWh per hour
from electric heating rods which is equivalent to an annual reduction of about 19000 tCO2e.Xingtai Production Site All non-road mobile vehicles powered by fuel in the factory area have been replaced with
new energy vehicles. Currently all 41 forklifts in the production site are new energy forklifts
significantly reducing the use of fossil fuels.Yiwu Production Site The rooftop photovoltaic project is expected to provide about 4.6 million kWh of electricity
to the grid each year after completion. Compared with the same amount of thermal power
generation it is equivalent to saving nearly 1500 tce each year.075 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 076
Water Resource In the face of the ongoing global challenge of increasing pressure on water resources Water-Saving Facility In terms of water-saving facility construction and operation we installed sensor-based
Management improving comprehensive management strategies and technologies for water resources Construction And water outlet valves and water-saving equipment in production workshops to reduce water
has become an important task in addressing the water resource crisis. JA Solar strictly Operation consumption. The Company strengthens the maintenance and management of water-2.2.4 complies with the relevant laws and regulations of the operating regions such as the saving facilities to ensure their normal operation and improve water-saving effectiveness.Water Law of the People's Republic of China and standardizes the entire process of Meanwhile we actively optimize the water supply network by constructing rainwater
water resource management from extraction use and recycling to discharge in internal recycling facilities at various production sites using the collected rainwater for landscaping
and other purposes increasing the reuse rate of water replacing freshwater extraction and
management policies like the Energy Resource Management Procedures. continuously reducing the environmental impact of water resources.The production water usage of JA Solar is mainly in the production of silicon wafers
and solar cells. We continuously improve the water resource management framework Key Performance Total water consumption Total water withdrawalUnit: million m3 Unit: million m3
with the Company's Board of Directors Strategy and Sustainability Committee serving 8.87 41.28
as the highest management level for water resource governance responsible for
reviewing the establishment of water resource management goals. In 2024 we linked Ultrapure water Recycled water
water conservation targets to the compensation of senior executives including general consumption Unit: million m3
managers of each production site and each production site incorporated water usage Unit: million m3 24.57 12.27
targets into environmental management indicators.Optimization of Process Flow In 2024 the Yiwu Production Site adjusted the overflow method of certain processes in the
2024 Water Resource Management Goals: 2% in the Yiwu Production Site cell workshop from continuous overflow to intermittent overflow reducing the pure water Water consumption per unit of output was reduced by 2% consumption in the workshop by 136309 tonnes while ensuring stable cell quality.CASE
compared to 2023 - the target was completed
Air Conditioning System The Yiwu Production Site collected the condensate water generated by the air conditioning
Condensate Water Recovery units during high summer temperatures and supplied it to the cooling tower through pump Board of Directors Strategy Hears reports on the progress of water resource management guides and reviews the pipelines saving approximately 74000 m3 of water.and Sustainability Committee setting of water resource management-related goals and examines the progress of goal Project in the Yiwu
achievement Production Site
CASE Air handling unit (AHU) system Cooling tower
Work Safety Committee Formulates water resource management plans and goals evaluates the effectiveness of
management measures to achieve these goals and guides the process of goal achievement Condensate water recovered to water tank
Liquid level
Plant Management Undertakes and implements various water resource management plans breaks them Water tank control Water pump
Department down to each production site and implements performance assessments for goal
achievement
UF Ultrafiltration Backwash The Dongtai Production Site uses tap water during the UF ultrafiltration backwashing
Water Recovery at the process. Compared to directly discharging the ultrafiltration backwash water the production Production Site Implements all management measures to promote the achievement of water usage plans
and goals Dongtai Production Site
site has added an ultrafiltration system to the concentrated water tank reuse pipeline and
valves allowing for the complete recovery and reuse of all tap water after backwashing in the
CASE purification supply process. After the renovation the production site can reduce the annual
tap water usage by approximately 10500 m3 on average effectively lowering wastewater
discharge and enhancing the efficiency of water resource recycling.In 2024 we further introduced the latest version of the water risk assessment tool
Aqueduct 4.0 published by the World Resources Institute (WRI) to assess water stress and Ningjin Production Site High The Ningjin Production Site has added a reuse treatment system for the backwash water and
risks in our global production and operation areas. The results show that in our main highly concentrated water discharged from the pure water system allowing for secondary
operating areas extremely high-risk areas account for 52.4% high-risk areas account for Concentrated Water Recovery Project recovery and use of highly concentrated water effectively improving water resource utilization.19% medium-high-risk areas account for 23.8% medium-low-risk areas account for 0%
and low-risk areas account for 4.8%. CASE
High-concentration Water Primary Concentration Unit Water Ultrafiltration
Production Water Tank
Low water stress
(0-1)
Chemical Cleaning Unit Concentrated Wastewater
Water Treatment
Low-to-medium water stress Station
(1-2)
Dosing Unit
Medium-to-high water stress
(2-3)
JA Solar has established a water resource management mechanism covering the entire
value chain accounting for water intake consumption and discharge in its production
High water stress operations while actively promoting water resource management capabilities among
(3-4) suppliers encouraging them to set water-saving goals implement water-saving projects
and incorporating suppliers' water resource management performance into the supplier
Extremely high water stress admission assessment. Meanwhile we are actively promoting the establishment of water-
(4-5) saving goals and plans for suppliers and will regularly conduct water-saving goal assessment
and analysis work together with suppliers.077 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 078
Emission and JA Solar strictly complies with the laws and regulations of each operating location Yiwu Production Site To effectively reduce pollutant emissions generated during the Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapor
Waste Management continuously improving internal management systems and related procedural Ammonia Recovery Project Deposition (PECVD) process in cell production the Yiwu Production Site launched an ammonia. . documents adhering to the principles of reduction resource utilization and 2 2 5 recovery project in 2024. For the newly expanded cell production workshop the site has added a harmlessness and taking multiple measures to reduce relevant pollution and waste CASE production line for ammonia water recovery products achieving an annual production capacity
discharge. Relevant discharge data is included in the performance evaluation of senior of 8566 tonnes of 6% ammonia water recovery products. In comparison to the ammonia content
management for the reduction of emissions and waste standardized disposal and full in the waste gas emissions of the original PECVD project after the ammonia recovery project
resource utilization from top to bottom. was implemented the amount of ammonia released into the atmosphere can be reduced
to approximately 5.19 tonnes per year about 10% of the pre-recovery level. This effectively
Waste Gases In adherence to the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and minimizes the impact of production on the surrounding environment.Management Control of Atmospheric Pollution and other laws and regulations of the operating
locations we formulated policies and management measures such as the Air Pollutant
Emission Control Standards to achieve comprehensive monitoring and management of
air pollutant emissions from the source process and end stages.The key controlled pollutants generated during the production process at JA Solar
are nitrogen oxides (NOx) sulfur oxides (SOx) volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
ammonia and particulate matter (PM). We have established a dual control mechanism
of "self-inspection + external audit" equipped corresponding waste gas treatment
facilities at each production site and monitored the concentration of purified gases to
ensure that all types of air pollutants fully meet the emission standards."Self-inspection + external Install online monitoring equipment to monitor waste gas emissions in real time; Secondary Activated Carbon To enhance the effectiveness of VOC treatment the Hefei Production Site implemented
audit" dual control Set up dedicated maintenance inspection positions and establish a standardized Adsorption Device Project of a special renovation for the unorganized waste gas emissions from the hazardous waste
inspection system for environmental protection equipment to ensure stable and storage in 2024. The production site has added waste gas collection equipment that can
mechanism normal operation of the equipment; the Hefei Production Site direct the escaping gases into the secondary activated carbon adsorption device. This device
Regularly entrust qualified third-party organizations to conduct routine monitoring of CASE provides a dual protective barrier for waste gas emissions enabling initial adsorption of large
waste gas emissions and environmental quality at the production site. volumes of waste gas and further capturing residual pollutants in the discharged waste gas
through refined filtration effectively reducing the emissions of VOCs.Goal: Achieve a 100% compliant waste gas emission rate
2024 Action: The target of a 100% compliance rate has been 100%
successfully achieved
Waste Gas Emission Control To prevent the waste gas from the hydrogen sulfide (H2S) process from escaping and posing
Project at the Vietnam a hazard to nearby residential areas the Vietnam Production Site has launched a systematic
waste gas emission control project for the silicon wafer phase II plant. By inspecting the entire
Waste Gas Collection In 2024 Ningjin Production Site effectively collected and treated waste gas emissions from Production Site plant's exhaust system the production site effectively identified potential risk points and
and Treatment at Ningjin the sewage treatment plant to eliminate unorganized emissions from the source. After CASE developed an optimization plan for waste gas treatment. Ultimately through measures such as
Production Site the waste gas is collected it enters the waste gas treatment facility where it is effectively optimizing the configuration of the purification tower's dosing parameters the impact of waste treated before being discharged significantly reducing the adverse impact of waste gas on gas emissions and odors on the surrounding community was effectively reduced.CASE the surrounding environment. In addition the Ningjin Production Site is actively exploring
a hydrogen fluoride (HF) recycling project recovering HF used in workshop machinery and
reusing it in cleaning equipment. The production site not only reduces HF consumption but
also effectively lowers atmospheric pollutant emissions.079 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 080
Wastewater JA Solar strictly complies with the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Wastewater The Company strictly complies with the laws and regulations of the operating location
Management Prevention and Control of Water Pollution and other local laws and regulations. The Management such as the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of
Company has established policies and management measures such as the Wastewater Environmental Pollution by Solid Waste and has established policies and management
Treatment and Reuse System to standardize the collection treatment discharge and measures such as the Waste Classification and Disposal Standards the Wastewater
reuse processes of wastewater. We have built a comprehensive advanced treatment Waste Gas and Solid Waste and Noise Management Procedures and the Waste
system for both industrial and domestic wastewater. This system includes quartz sand Materials of Management System. We classify collect store transport and dispose
filters ultrafiltration units reverse osmosis devices and pH adjustment equipment of waste and maintain a waste disposal ledger to record detailed information on the
to effectively purify wastewater. All pollutants are tested before discharge to ensure generation emission and treatment of waste. We focus on measures such as product
compliance with relevant standards. In addition by optimizing processes the Company design improvement production process optimization and enhanced raw material
enhances wastewater reuse rates and reduces water resource waste. Waste Classification and Disposal Methods management to continuously reduce the amount of waste generated.Goal: Achieve a 100% compliant wastewater discharge rate Classification Disposal Methods
2024 Action: The 100% target has been successfully achieved
with no incidents of wastewater exceeding discharge standards 100% General Waste After centralized collection and classification it is handed over to a qualified third
or environmental pollution. party for landfill or recycling disposal.Hazardous waste We strictly comply with standards such as the Standard for Pollution Control on
Qujing Production Site In 2024 Qujing Production Site actively carried out wastewater recycling through a series of Hazardous Waste Storage transfer and dispose of hazardous waste and entrust
Implemented Multiple measures including the reuse of machining wastewater slicing wastewater degluing machine qualified third-party suppliers for transfer disposal and recycling.Wastewater Recycling Measures wastewater and rainwater collection for cooling towers. The total amount of recycled water at the production site reached 3175761 m3 for the year effectively improving water resource
CASE utilization efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of sewage discharge. Annual Goal: The comprehensive conversion rate of waste at the production site is not less
than 50%.
2024 Action: The solid waste conversion rate target was achieved. Each production site is
actively carrying out the "Waste-free Factory Construction" project. Specifically the waste
conversion rates of the Yiwu Production Site and the Hefei Production Site exceeded 95%.Key Performance Total amount of hazardous waste
Unit: tonnes 17708.96
Total amount of non-hazardous waste
Unit: tonnes 372094.32
Shijiazhuang Production Site From the design stage Shijiazhuang Production Site integrated the concepts of water
Wastewater Recycling System conservation and wastewater reuse into its water supply and drainage system. The Recycled waste
production site is equipped with advanced reclaimed water systems including dilute acid Unit: tonnes 338831.41
CASE and dilute alkali liquid reuse systems slicing cleaning water reuse systems and terminal
reuse systems enabling effective treatment and efficient recycling of wastewater. In 2024 Main Waste Action
the production site reduced wastewater discharge by 911040 m3.Oil Hazardous Waste The Xingtai Production Site has innovatively optimized the disposal path for oil hazardous
waste and changed the traditional incineration disposal to the R09 standardized
recycling process achieving the recycling of oil hazardous waste. In 2024 a total of 7146
tonnes of hazardous waste were recycled.Calcium Fluoride Sludge The Yangzhou Production Site introduced a third-party industrial solid waste treatment
system to effectively process calcium fluoride sludge reducing emissions to 30% based
on the original process. After purification the purity of calcium fluoride sludge can be
increased to over 90% allowing it to be reprocessed into hydrofluoric acid and used in
the production manufacturing process.The Dongtai Production Site transformed the purification of calcium fluoride separating
Wastewater Treatment In 2024 JA Solar invited professional instructors to conduct wastewater treatment high-purity calcium chloride achieving a daily sludge reduction of 65 tonnes. This
Technology Training technology training for production system supervisors and engineers systematically
significantly lowered hazardous waste disposal costs and environmental risks.explaining the theoretical framework and process principles of wastewater treatment
CASE enhancing participants' systematic understanding of professional knowledge and promoting De-gelled Silicon Mud The Qujing Production Site effectively recovered silicon powder from the wastewater
the precise implementation of technology in real production environments to increase the generated in the slicing workshop through process transformation achieving a recovery
effectiveness of corporate environmental governance. of approximately 25 tonnes of silicon powder.Training on Hazardous Waste In December 2024 the Ordos Production Site conducted specialized capacity building for
Management Capability at the hazardous waste management. The Company enhances the accuracy of management
Ordos Production Site personnel in identifying and classifying solid and hazardous waste through systematic training while also standardizing the procedures for packaging and warehousing operations as well
CASE as the requirements for maintaining management records. After the training an "immediate
learning and application" conversion mechanism was established. The production site
required each department to compile a local hazardous waste list based on the training
content and collaboratively complete the first batch of standardized hazardous waste storage
forming a management closed loop from knowledge transfer to practical implementation.081 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 082
Biodiversity Natural resources precious and valuable are the foundation for human survival. JA Solar Fostering Green The Company highly values the building of a green culture conveying green
Conservation actively responds to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity the Kunming- Culture concepts and creating a low-carbon atmosphere through various measures such. . Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and China's National Biodiversity Conservation as green office practices environmental protection activities and sustainable 2 2 6 Strategy and Action Plan (2023-2030). In 2024 we formulated and published the JA Solar 2.3 development training.Biodiversity Policy and actively explored and implemented various measures to reduce
the impact of production and operations on the natural environment. In terms of green office practices the Company widely uses energy-saving lamps in
office areas to reduce energy consumption and vigorously promotes paperless office
We pledge to: continuously improve biodiversity management performance and practices by using electronic documents and emails for file transmission and approval
refrain from conducting operational activities near areas of significant global or thereby reducing paper waste. Meanwhile the Company encourages employees to adopt
national biodiversity. This policy applies to all subsidiaries and production sites of green commuting methods to reduce carbon emissions creating a positive green office
JA Solar worldwide and encourages suppliers contractors and partners to adopt atmosphere. In addition JA Solar actively formulates low-carbon office policies and
or follow it. sets goals for the transition of official vehicles to new energy sources. The newly revised
vehicle policy for 2024 has clearly stated that newly purchased vehicles should be new
energy vehicles.In 2024 JA Solar became the first company in the photovoltaic industry to become
a TNFD Adopter. Meanwhile the Company has launched a series of employee environmental protection
activities including the Eco-Friendly Concept Walk and the Circular Market to
During the pre-construction mid-construction and post-construction phases of continuously raise employees' awareness and sense of responsibility for environmental
projects such as factories and power stations JA Solar always places biodiversity protection. We have also added seating cushions representing the United Nations' 17
protection in a prominent position strictly adhering to relevant domestic and Sustainable Development Goals and posted sustainable development promotional
international laws and regulations as well as regional requirements ensuring effective posters in the tea and rest areas at headquarters. Additionally we have upgraded some
biodiversity protection throughout the entire project lifecycle. employee awards and gifts from the union to be made from plantable stickers and coffee
Main Stage Key Actions grounds recycling bags continuously conveying the concept of sustainable development
to employees in their daily work. Furthermore the Company actively conducts ESG-
Pre-construction Organize a professional team to conduct a comprehensive and in-depth environmental themed training with each production site organizing and completing ESG training and
impact assessment of the project learning achieving a 100% coverage rate for management personnel.Understand the potential impacts on biodiversity that the project may cause through
scientific assessment methods and rigorous evaluation processes
Mid-construction Based on the preliminary evaluation results develop targeted and practical response
plans and solutions
Use environmentally friendly construction materials and processes to reduce pollutant
emissions during construction and avoid damaging surrounding biological habitats
In accordance with the requirements of the environmental assessment work actively
communicate with residents and seek comments and suggestions
Post-construction Continuously monitor the long-term impacts of the project on biodiversity and adjust
and improve protection measures promptly based on actual conditions
Ensure that project operations do not have a adverse impact on biodiversity achieving a
harmonious coexistence between corporate development and ecological protection
In addition JA Solar has released its first Taskforce on Nature-related Financial
Disclosures (TNFD) Report based on the LEAP approach recommended by the TNFD.We conducted a systematic assessment of our production sites power stations and
office premises to identify the impacts and dependencies of our operations on the
ecological environment thereby laying a solid foundation for formulating future Green Design and Operation The Ordos Production Site fully considered green building and design concepts in the early
response strategies. In the future JA Solar will continue to explore innovative practices design phase by using glass roofs in the office area to increase natural lighting ensuring
in biodiversity protection providing valuable experience and data references for of the Ordos Production Site sufficient light in the office area while minimizing lighting energy consumption. In addition
the industry and making more systematic contributions to the protection of natural CASE the Ordos Production Site conveys the concept of sustainable operation by sending monthly
resources and biodiversity. ESG newsletters to all employees. The newsletter regularly summarizes the production site's
ESG highlights current policies and ESG expertise enhancing the ESG awareness of all staff
comprehensively.083 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 084
Creating a Circular The circular economy as a new economic model aimed at achieving sustainable Main Links Actions and Results
Economy development is an important pathway for companies and the entire industry to achieve sustainable growth. To vigorously develop the circular economy and accelerate the We fully consider product recyclability and reusability and adopt designs that are easy
2.4 establishment of resource-saving environmentally friendly and green low-carbon
Design and
to disassemble and recycle.transformation enterprises JA Solar follows relevant domestic and international policies Material Selection
such as the 14th Five-Year Plan for Circular Economy Development and the EU's Circular We prioritize environmentally friendly and low-carbon raw material suppliers
Economy Action Plan strengthen the sustainability management of raw materials and promote the recycling . Based on the "10R" principles of the circular economy it has of raw materials.formulated the JA Solar Circular Economy Strategy dedicated to creating green products
for the entire lifecycle. The ESG and Compliance Management Committee is responsible We select green auxiliary materials such as lead-free solder strips fluorine-free back
for overseeing the establishment and achievement of circular economy goals providing panels alcohol-free silicone and low-acid adhesive films and actively use recyclable and low-carbon materials.recommendations on actions needed to achieve these goals and reporting relevant
matters to the Board of Directors to effectively promote the construction of a circular We introduced a new composite frame material made of fiberglass-reinforced
economy system. polyurethane which can be 100% recycled.Production and We tackle green technology by adopting improved processes such as thinner adhesive
Manufacturing 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 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
10R Refuse Rethink Reduce 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 Refuse unnecessary Disrupt traditional Reduce the consumption decreasing the use of organic solvents and glass powder.
resource consumption business models of resources and energy
Packaging We implement a circular packaging scheme optimize cross-packaging reduce Remanufacture Refurbish Repair Reuse unnecessary packaging and strive to improve packaging and loading efficiency.Lower costs and save resources Refurbish old products Reduce waste through Extend the product We conduct verification for the removal of wooden edge protectors in domestic
through remanufacturing into reusable goods repair lifecycle shipping packaging establish management standards for the recycling and reuse of
old packaging materials and carry out dedicated recycling at the production site to
Repurpose Recycle Recover minimize the use of packaging materials and reduce energy consumption during the packaging production process.Find new uses for discarded Achieve closed-loop Maximize resource utilization
products resource utilization through recovery We improve packaging solutions to increase the capacity of silicon wafer packaging boxes by 50% thereby reducing the use of packaging materials.JA Solar comprehensively analyzes the environmental impact of product design material We use reusable packaging for the outer packaging of encapsulant films to replace
selection manufacturing packaging transportation usage and recycling throughout traditional paper cartons.the entire lifecycle and adopts various optimization approaches at different stages
setting specific indicators and goals for different products and establishing a complete Warehousing and We create a green intelligent three-dimensional warehouse to promote real-time
circular economy system. Logistics analysis and intelligent management of outbound storage and inventory information.Circular Economy Goals of JA Solar
We actively promote green logistics models such as combined rail and road transport
2050 Achieve net zero GHG emissions (Scope 1 2 and 3) and water-road transport and advance the "oil-to-electricity" project for in-warehouse transport forklifts to reduce carbon footprints in transportation.
Become a global leader in sustainable development
We explore the use of clean energy such as biomass fuels and methanol in logistics.
2030 Support sustainable investment and financing with 100% of mainstream suppliers achieving sustainability-related certifications Use and Recycling We engage in strategic cooperation with PV CYCLE to promote the global recycling of
discarded photovoltaic modules.Establish a diverse equitable and inclusive management system
Create green products for the entire lifecycle We actively collaborate with research and academic institutions and work with
industry partners to establish the "Photovoltaic Recycling Industry Development
Reduce the total GHG emissions by 42% compared to 2023 (Scope 1 & Scope 2) Cooperation Center".Initially form production and circulation system for green low-carbon and We undertake multiple national-level recycling projects to ensure that products can be
circular development effectively recycled after their service life ends.
2025 Reduce the thickness of n-type silicon wafers by 10% compared to 2020 We currently investing in a demonstration line project for the comprehensive
Reduce the silver paste consumption per watt for n-type cells by 40% compared to 2020 utilization of discarded photovoltaic modules conducting trial production verification tests for efficient disassembly of photovoltaic modules and exploring solutions for
Reduce the consumption per watt of frames and encapsulants in module auxiliary module recycling and reuse in the industry.materials by 20% compared to 2020
Ensure that the usage ratio of recycled polycrystalline materials remain stable We registered for WEEE compliance in 17 Europe countries with excceeding 7 GW in
compared to 2020 and not be lower than 40% total power capacity and exceeding 37000 tons in total weight.085 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FOSTER | Environmental Chapter FOSTER | Environmental Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 086
Reducing Resource Consumption and Waste
in All Manufacturing Processes
Crystal Pulling Process Wafer Slicing Process Cell Process Module Process
Material Recycling Chemical and Consumable Improvement of Increase in Product
and Reuse Consumption Reduction Cell Efficiency Qualification Rate
Thermal Field and Silicon Wafer Thinning Silver Consumption Packaging Materials
Process Optimization Reduction Optimization
Silicon Rod Packaging Line Loss Reduction Process Energy Maintenance
Consumption Optimization Consumption Reduction
Crucible Usage Solar Wafer Packaging Operation Innovation and
Optimization Parameter Optimization
Energy Consumption and Equipment Management
Standardized Optimization of Energy Saving in Improvements in Welding
Management of Equipment Maintenance Laminating Machines Technology
Equipment Start-up
and Shutdown
Breakthrough in Low- JA Solar actively conducts process improvements and technological innovations in the application
carbon Application of of granular silicon. By controlling the impurity content of granular silicon and optimizing the feeding
Granular Silicon by JA Solar methods the percentage of granular silicon used by JA Solar increased from 10% to 40% in 2024.CASE 10% 40%087 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 088
Social Chapter
Unite to
Build A Fair Society
JA Solar lays a solid foundation in personal value cultivation stimulates
vitality in industrial ecosystem co-construction and conveys warmth in
social welfare co-creation. The Company builds a fair and inclusive career
development system allowing every employee to thrive with the Company.We collaborate with industry partners to explore green transformation
paths and promote common development and progress in the industry.We also focus on issues such as educational inclusivity and community
empowerment creating an environment for fair development and allowing
the sunshine of development to warm every dream-chasing figure.ENSURING HUMAN-CENTERED OPERATIONS 3.1
SAFEGUARDING SAFETY AND HEALTH 3.2
LEADING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT 3.3
FULFILLING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 3.4
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Ensuring Human- JA Solar always regards employees as the core driving force and valuable asset Labor Rights JA Solar actively practices the human rights policies outlined in the International Labour
centered Operations for the Company's long-term development. In adherence to a people-centered Organization Conventions. In accordance with international standards such as the UN approach we always prioritize the health and safety of employees safeguard Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights the United Nations Global Compact
3.1 their rights and strive to build a diverse and equal workplace ecosystem. The and the core conventions of the International Labour Organization and in strict adherence
Company remains committed to value co-creation as a key driver continuously to the laws and regulations of the operating locations we published the Modern Slavery
refining its human capital management system and embracing a people-oriented Statement and the Annual Report on Measures to Prevent and Reduce the Risks of Forced Labor and Child Labor. Meanwhile the JA Solar Human Rights Policy established by the
operational philosophy. We have formulated a series of management objectives Company includes provisions for the protection of labor rights. In practice we implement
aimed at strengthening human rights and related policies empowering female a multi-level review mechanism during the recruitment process to ensure compliance with
employees promoting anti-discrimination and anti-harassment practices and labor regulations throughout the entire process. In 2024 JA Solar had no incidents of labor
enhancing overall employee well-being. At JA Solar we provide employees with discrimination harassment child labor or forced labor. JA Solar's Beijing headquarters has
multi-dimensional development platforms to unleash innovation and boundless obtained SA 8000 Social Responsibility Management System certification.potential fostering the alignment of personal fulfillment with corporate growth.Key principles of JA Solar's Human Rights Policy
Protecting Employees' The Company's business development and innovation are inseparable from the support of Prohibition of forced labor and child labor
Rights and Interests talent cultivation. JA Solar strictly complies with the Labor Law of the People's Republic of China the Labor Contract Law of the People's Republic of China the Law of the People's Non-discrimination principle
3.1.1 Republic of China on Promotion of Employment and other relevant laws and regulations. We Equal employment opportunities and working conditions
actively respond to international initiatives and standards such as the Universal Declaration
of Human Rights the International Labour Organization Conventions and the UN Guiding Occupational health and safety
Principles on Business and Human Rights placing great importance on and respecting the Respect for freedom of association and collective bargaining
human rights and lawful rights and interests of all employees.Equal Employment Respect for the rights of local and indigenous communities
JA Solar is committed to creating an equal and inclusive work environment. The Company has established management systems such as the JA Solar Climate and environmental justice
Code of Conduct and the Headquarters Recruitment Management System which strictly prohibit any discriminatory behavior based on race ethnicity
religious beliefs gender age sexual orientation and other factors in all aspects of recruitment and employment ensuring that employees enjoy an JA Solar has established a systematic human rights due diligence management mechanism.open fair and just workplace. Meanwhile the Company promotes gender equality based on the JA Solar Code of Conduct and JA Solar Diversity We regularly conduct human rights risk screening and assessment covering the Company's
Equity & Inclusion Policy strictly prohibiting workplace discrimination and harassment and actively conducting relevant training and awareness-
raising activities. In 2024 JA Solar officially signed the UN Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) transforming its commitment to gender equality operations and supply chain focus on core areas such as child labor equal employment
into institutional guarantees and systematically enhancing the protection of female employees' rights and interests. Additionally the Company has occupational health and safety freedom of association and forced labor and formulate
conducted leadership training activities specifically for female employees focusing on topics such as travel safety for women. Furthermore a total of targeted risk control measures. In 2024 the Company used the Yangzhou and Fengxian
141 leadership-related training courses have been made available to all employees across the group including full-time part-time employees and Production Sites as pilot projects to optimize the investigation process through a scenario-
interns with the coverage rate of 100%. based assessment model further improving the human rights risk assessment system.Moreover the Company actively fosters a harmonious and friendly cooperative atmosphere and places a high priority on protecting the employment
rights of people with disabilities. We strictly comply with relevant national laws and regulations to proactively recruit individuals with disabilities Content of Human Rights JA Solar's Human Rights Due Diligence
and to ensure they are capable of the work without having any potential harm to their personal health or body conditions. Equal employment
opportunities and appropriate working conditions are provided to ensure a non-discriminatory inclusive and mutually respectful work environment. Risk Assessment Management Mechanism
During the reporting period JA Solar had a total of 37289 employees (including dispatched and part-time employees). There were 26692 male Prohibition of forced labor modern slavery
employees and 10597 female employees. human trafficking
Total Number of Employees Prohibition of using child labor Public Identification
Including dispatched and part-time employees 37289 Youth labor protection disclosure and and assessment
Female Employees 10597 reporting of human rights
Including dispatched and part-time employees Equality non-discrimination diversity and inclusion impacts
Indicators Unit 2024 Anti-harassment anti-intimidation and anti-exploitation
Percentage of female employees Percentage of female employees % 28.42% Equal work pay and opportunities for women Training and Actions to control
cooperation with the risk of adverse
Female representation rate in Percentage of female managers % 19.29% Freedom of association and collective bargaining third parties human rights
management impacts
Female employees in senior management % 8.20% Decent wages benefits and working hours
Female employees in middle management % 21.99%
Privacy (including digital rights) Prevention
Female employees in junior management % 17.96% cessation and
Health and safety Grievance minimization of
Other diversity indicators of employees Minority employees Person 1857 mechanisms adverse human
Disabled employees Person 42 Environmental responsibility
rights impacts
Average employment years of male employees Year 6 Access to grievance mechanisms and remedy Monitoring of implementation
Average employment years of female employees Year 6 Product quality and safety and effectiveness
Ratio of the average hourly wage of female % 89% Conflict minerals
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Cultivating a Vibrant JA Solar is building a systematic talent management system around the strategic goals of Talent Development Talent promotion and development is a key driving force for the sustainable development
Talent Pool "globalization digital intelligence and ecologicalization" covering the entire chain of talent of enterprises. JA Solar has established a complete talent management mechanism
3.1.2 planning identification reserve development evaluation and promotion with a focus on
ensuring the Company's innovation capability and competitive advantage through employee
cultivating a professional and international talent team. Adopting the "attracting talents empowerment training and incentive mechanisms.externally and cultivating talents internally" talent strategy the Company continuously Talent Management Mechanism
upgrades its training system and develops empowerment projects that cover the entire Talent Planning Develop a reasonable talent strategy based on the Company strategy
career cycle for the enhancement of employee capabilities and in-depth alignment with Optimize the talent quality and ability training model and create a talent pool
organizational strategy.Facing the common challenge of a shortage of global technical elites and international talent Talent Identification Unleash talent potential and carry out talent planning and positioning
the Company focuses on strengthening competitive advantages in the key links of "selection and Reserve Determine the talent development plan and strategy
training utilization and retention" conducting forward-looking job planning based on
market trends establishing a cross-departmental talent demand coordination mechanism Talent Cultivation Build a learning map Establish a mentoring and apprenticeship mechanism
and building a dynamic talent database to accurately match strategic development Propose a development plan
needs. Meanwhile we continuously improve talent introduction training motivation and
development channels striving to build a high ground for industry talent. Tracking and Evaluation Regularly track and evaluate talent development to grasp the development situation
Actively perform two-way communication and optimize the standards based
on the actual situation
Talent Attraction In terms of talent recruitment JA Solar continuously increases its talent introduction efforts
through diversified channels to better meet the Company's future talent needs. In 2024 Talent Promotion Make promotion decisions based on evaluation results
the Company established deep cooperative relationships with universities and conducted Continuously optimize the Company's talent allocation
campus recruitment activities through special presentations and dual-selection job fairs to
attract outstanding graduates. Meanwhile to expand its global business layout the Company Performance Appraisal and Incentive Mechanism
actively explores overseas talent recruitment methods and channels and carries out overseas
employer branding activities to attract industry talent from abroad. JA Solar adheres to the principles of open fair and equitable provide employees with competitive salaries incentives and
promotion management continuously improving the scientific comprehensive benefits. The Company commits to not establishing
promotion management process. The Company has formulated different compensation and benefits standards based on factors
During the reporting period the total number of 14907 a Performance Appraisal Management System to standardize such as race ethnicity religious beliefs gender age or marital newly hired employees was employee performance appraisal work. To effectively stimulate status ensuring fairness and reasonableness in compensation
employee potential and vitality JA Solar has established a multi- incentives. We adopt a compensation model of "fixed remuneration
dimensional performance appraisal mechanism which serves as an + variable performance" and regularly conduct remuneration
Indicators Unit 2024 important basis for employee compensation promotion bonuses surveys. We analyze remuneration levels adjustment frequencies
and other work covering all full-time employees at the group and ranges in the industry and scientifically and reasonably
By Age Employees 30 years of age and below Person 9240 level. We conduct a comprehensive assessment of performance adjust the remuneration level difference and bandwidth for
Employees between 31 and 50 years of age Person 5661 through multiple dimensions such as individual goals team goals various positions based on the current remuneration employee
and company goals and gather feedback from various sources performance and capabilities striving to strike a balance between
Employees 51 years of age and above Person 6 to regularly carry out performance evaluations for employees. market competitiveness and internal fairness.On one hand we regularly follow up and confirm the completion
By Gender Number of male employees newly hired Person 11303 of employee performance goals providing guidance to help To motivate employees the Company continuously optimizes its
Number of female employees newly hired Person 3604 employees identify problems promptly. On the other hand after incentive system by developing short- medium- and long-term
the assessment we promptly provide feedback on performance incentive programs. We have also launched the JA Solar Academic
By Position Senior management employees Person 6 to employees achieving a feedback rate of 100% and assist Advancement Program to attract and retain outstanding talent
Middle management employees Person 81 employees in formulating their next improvement goal plans. In while providing strong support for employees' career development. 2024 for employees who have passed the probation assessment JA Meanwhile in adherence to the Management Regulations on
Junior management employees Person 163 Solar's regular performance evaluation work covered 100% of full- Continuing Education for Onboard Employees and the Training
time employees and completed career development assessments. Management System we support employees across the Group in
Front-line employees Person 14657 gradually improving their educational qualifications knowledge
We consistently improve the compensation structure and benefits base and professional competencies through flexible and diverse
system establish a scientific compensation incentive system and learning methods. Employees who obtain relevant academic degrees
conduct internal compensation management based on this to or certificates are granted corresponding rewards and support i.e.tuition fee bonus etc.Three Incentive Mechanisms Four Incentive Modules
Talent growth and development 3Remuneration and equity incentivesTalent achievement and value realization Patent and technology incentivesTalent respect and recognition Training and promotion incentivesOther incentives: model evaluation skill evaluation etc. 4093 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 094
Talent Promotion The Company has established a "Post Competency Evaluation Model" empowering and Management Sequence The Company offers diverse training opportunities to help managers enhance their
evaluating employees from multiple dimensions such as management professional leadership management skills and professional knowledge thereby improving their
execution and innovation capabilities providing a basis for selecting and utilizing talent. leadership abilities and strategic thinking.JA Solar provides each employee with a comprehensive personalized growth system
designing three career development paths: management technical and functional paths "JA Solar Master Action" To promote the cultivation of strategic talent the Company launched the "JA Solar
based on job requirements and employees' career goals offering diverse career choices Lecture Series Master Action" lecture series in 2024 focusing on the three major company strategies of
to motivate employees to realize their value in different fields and support their career "globalization digital intelligence and ecologicalization" bringing together executives CASE
development. In addition the Company increases the intensity of internal job rotation and and professional managers for multi-dimensional content sharing. Proceeding from
industry trend analysis organizational strategy implementation and business collaborative
mobility and quickly cultivates new talents through job rotation and cross-departmental innovation we aim to strengthen strategic vision and holistic thinking promote the
communication to meet the needs of business development. deep integration of strategic awareness and business practice and effectively enhance
organizational efficiency.Deputy General
Manager Expert Expert
Director Expert Engineer Expert Researcher
Manager Senior Engineer Senior Researcher
Manager Assistant Engineer Specialist
Leadership Development In 2024 JA Solar's Intelligent Energy systematically carried out a management
Supervisor Project empowerment project focusing on "Coaching Leadership Development" and "Dynamic
Situational Management Capability Building". The project is divided into "Action Coaching"
CASE
Management sequence Professional sequence Professional sequence capability development and "Situational Leadership" practical study systematically
(M) (P) - Technology (P) - Function enhancing managers' ability to lead teams in the energy business transformation through
multidimensional and diversified scenario simulations and management training injecting
sustainable leadership momentum into JA Solar's Intelligent Energy's business team.Empowerment and JA Solar is committed to building a comprehensive and systematic talent development
Training system to fully unleash employee potential and promote their career development. In
accordance with the Headquarters Training Management System the Company has
developed a multi-dimensional talent development framework tailored to the characteristics
In 2024 of different roles covering all levels of the management professional and operational tracks.JA Solar's employee training This framework enables the orderly development of talent both horizontally and vertically.coverage rate was 100%. By providing employees with targeted development plans and empowerment support the
100% Company ensures access to precise and effective training resources at every stage of their career empowering them to continuously grow and advance professionally.
The Company highly values enhancing the overall quality and business level of employees
The average training duration per
employee reached 33 hours. continuously increasing training efforts and adopting a combination of online and offline
training as well as internal and external training to comprehensively improve employees'
33 Professional Sequenceprofessional capabilities and levels. In addition the Company has established the "Yidian Zhishi" online learning platform providing employees with rich efficient and convenient Systematic Development of JA Technology focuses on the professional capability building of business teams. In 2024 JA
online training resources. HR Department's Business Solar's Intelligent Energy systematically conducted a multidimensional skills enhancement
Capabilities project offering courses such as TTT Training Theory Introduction Special Course on Talent Development and Labor Relations Knowledge Sharing to enhance the team's
CASE compliance management capabilities and systematically improve the full-chain professional
capabilities of the human resources business team from talent selection and development to
organizational management providing talent support for strategy implementation.095 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 096
Operational Sequence Building a Warm Remaining "people-oriented" JA Solar focused on the actual issues faced by employees
Workplace actively addressed their needs and implemented diverse care measures to effectively Dongtai Production Site Five- The Dongtai production site with a focus on team management and technical improvement. . enhance employees' sense of happiness and belonging. The Company continuously type Team Building Project carried out special activities for the construction of five types of teams covering over 100 3 1 3
employees in the manufacturing department. The project based on the actual production establishes and improves the employee welfare system. We formulated regulations
CASE scenarios in the factory utilized a training model that combined online training with offline such as the Attendance Management Regulations and provide nursing leave for all
instruction systematically enhancing the standardized management level of teams while employees to meet the needs of those caring for elderly parents allowing employees to
optimizing and empowering production management models. handle family matters with peace of mind while balancing work and life. In addition the
Company dynamically optimizes the welfare structure based on employee feedback to
comprehensively meet their needs.In terms of employee physical and mental health care the Company provides a series
of support and protection measures for all employees including health insurance
psychological counseling services regular health check-ups health lectures and health
initiatives fully safeguarding employees' physical and mental well-being and enhancing
their work happiness and satisfaction. Regarding corporate culture building the Company
regularly conducts team-building activities employee birthday parties and other events to
enhance mutual understanding and cohesion among employees creating a harmonious and
friendly work atmosphere.JA Solar regularly conducts holiday visits to employees and family visits to care about
employees' family lives to elevate their sense of belonging. The Company has established a
University-Enterprise JA Solar is committed to building a talent ecosystem in the photovoltaic industry through dedicated holiday care service for employees' children and continues to improve the rights
Cooperation university-enterprise cooperation and collaborating with universities to explore new talent
protection system for female employees. We have set up maternity and nursing rooms and
training models and support high-quality industry development. In 2024 the Company provide statutory benefits such as maternity leave parental leave and breastfeeding leave.engaged in deep integration of industry and education with several universities including In addition we offer special allowances and organize exclusive activities for International
Huazhong University of Science and Technology Xiamen University Hefei University and Women's Day effectively easing the parenting burden on female employees. Male employees
Hefei University of Technology and established collaborations on multiple projects. are also entitled to paternity leave enabling them to support their families during childbirth.Furthermore the Company provides nursing leave for all employees to support those caring
University-Enterprise In 2024 JA Solar and Hefei University jointly established a "College Student Internship for elderly parents helping them manage family responsibilities while maintaining a healthy
Cooperation Project with and Employment Base" and completed the awarding ceremony. This cooperation marks a work-life balance. At the same time we are enhancing the support system for employees
Hefei University significant milestone in the precise alignment of "industry demand" and "education supply"
facing difficulties. Leveraging the trade union at each site we continue to strengthen the
in the field of new energy talent cultivation between the university and enterprise. It is an employee caring system and regularly carry out assistance programs effectively transforming
CASE important step for both parties to explore new models of talent development together. corporate care into a tangible sense of security and well-being for our employees.Forum on Corporate Culture In 2024 Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of New Energy established by JA Solar initiated the
and Integration of Industry "Forum on Corporate Culture and Integration of Industry and Education in the New Energy
and Education in the New Sector". The college brought together enterprises educational institutions and industry Care for Female Employees On December 4 2024 the Shijiazhuang production site organized a team of doctors experts and served as a platform for communication and mutual promotion university-
Energy Sector from Taihang Health Center to provide free "two cancers" screening services for female enterprise cooperation and the integration of industry and education helping to cultivate CASE employees ensuring the health of female staff.CASE high-quality technical talent in the industry and boost high-quality development.097 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 098
Offering Smooth JA Solar respects the rights of all employees to freely associate and engage in collective JA Solar EHS Management Radar Map
Communication bargaining striving to build an open transparent and democratic communication mechanism.The Company has formulated a series of collective agreement documents including the
Channels Collective Agreement the Collective Agreement for the Protection of the Rights and Interests
of Female Employees and the Collective Bargaining Agreement on Salaries and updates
the collective bargaining contracts regularly each year to ensure that employees' rights and
interests are fully protected and their demands are effectively addressed. Meanwhile the
Company has established trade unions at all its production sites and the union regularly
organizes employee representative meetings to ensure that employee representatives
participate in company governance through institutional channels. In 2024 100% of employees
have been covered by JA Solar's trade union and are bound to collective agreements.In terms of communication mechanism construction the Company has built a multi-
Proportion of employees covered by
JA Solar Trade Union dimensional feedback network consisting of a "feedback mailbox + hotline + discussion"
100% allowing employees to reflect their demands in real time through the union complaint platform or the employee relations coordination group. A dedicated group will implement
full-process management of demands including "acceptance - tracking - feedback" to
ensure that employees' legal rights and interests are substantively protected while keeping
Proportion of employees covered by the information of complainants confidential thus achieving efficient dispute resolution and
collective bargaining agreements normalizing democratic governance.
100% The Company conducts employee satisfaction surveys on an annual basis. In 2024 JA
Solar's Intelligent Energy conducted an employee satisfaction survey to comprehensively
collect employee feedback achieving a satisfaction score of 93 out of 100. Through in-
depth analysis discussion and summary of the survey results the Company formulates The Company headquarters and all production sites have In 2024 we provided exam support and certification rewards to
and implements targeted improvement plans. In 2024 the Company focused on 6 key areas: established safety committees equipped with dedicated safety employees who obtain relevant qualification certificates according
optimizing the welfare system strengthening career development paths creating a good management personnel and occupational health management to the Reward Management Measures for Employees Obtaining
working environment paying attention to employees' physical and mental health and personnel responsible for building and continuously optimizing EHS Vocational Qualification Certificates at all levels. As of the
implementing effective incentive policies to continuously enhance employee satisfaction. the occupational health and safety management system. JA Solar end of the reporting period the Company has a total of 130 full-
conducts annual process audits on its production sites according to time EHS personnel all of whom have many years of professional
Safeguarding Safety Upholding the EHS mission of "ensuring employee safety promoting corporate work safety standards urging the production sites to carry out hazard experience in EHS and have obtained relevant training qualification
and Health development and fulfilling social responsibility" JA Solar always prioritizes
identification and improvement and linking the audit results to the certificates providing support for enhancing the Company's
the health and safety of its employees and considers it an important part of the annual performance of production sites management personnel. occupational health and safety management capabilities.
3.2 Company's sustainable development strategy. The Company enhances accident Meanwhile we continuously enhance the professional competence and capabilities of employees in EHS management positions.
prevention and emergency response capabilities by establishing a comprehensive
work safety management system improving employees' occupational health
and safety skills and continuously building a safe and healthy production
environment to protect employees' health and safety. Headquarters EHS Management Department
Implementing Safety We highly value the occupational health and safety of our employees. In accordance with
Management the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Occupational Diseases Law of the People's Republic of China on Work Safety Regulations on Work-Related
3.2.1 Smart Energy Global Materials and Product and Infrastructure Injury Insurance of the People's Republic of China Fire Protection Law of the People's BG Quality Manufacturing Equipment Solutions R&D Engineering
Republic of China Special Equipment Safety Law of the People's Republic of China and Basic and Safety and Delivery BG EHS Center EHS Center EHS
Rules for Standardization of Enterprise work safety the Company has developed a series of Department Center EHS Management Management Management
internal systems and procedural documents including the JA Solar Environmental Health Management Department Department Department
and Safety Management Plan JA Solar Environmental Health and Safety Policy Statement Department
EHS Management System Manual EHS Accident Management Procedures and Hazard
Identification and Risk Evaluation Control Procedures to provide institutional support for
the management of occupational health and safety.
2024 Goal: The certification rate for the ISO 45001 system across all production sites under JA Solar is 100 %.
In 2024 JA Solar established an innovative EHS management system centered on ten key The coverage rate of work safety standardization is 100%.safety concepts and eight guiding principles for EHS work. The system places a strong 2024 Action: The two 100% goals were achieved 100%
emphasis on EHS digitalization and talent development implements the Plan-Do-Check-
Act (PDCA) cycle to guide management practices strictly enforces risk control measures and
EHS Targets strengthens the Company's resilience in the face of challenges. Key Performance Number of occupational Lost-Time Injury
disease cases 0 Frequency Rate (LTIFR) 0.30
1 Occupational diseases: 0 5 Rectification rate of accident hazards: 100%
2 Lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR): <0.2705 6 Regular inspection rate of special equipment: 100% Percentage of employees covered by occupational health Coverage rate of work
and safety management system safety standardization
3 Accountability for violations of the safety red lines: 100% 7 Safety education and training implementation rate: 100% 100% 100%
4 Major accident hazards: 0 8 Accident reporting rate: 100% 1 The scope only covers main material production sites.099 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 100
Emergency Management JA Solar has established the Emergency Management System and set up emergency
management teams at each production site to standardize emergency management
processes and measures ensuring timely and effective handling of sudden work safety
accidents. In 2024 all production sites of the Company actively carried out emergency drill
activities to enhance employees' emergency response and handling capabilities.Safety Training JA Solar strives to build a safety culture among all employees and continuously conducts
work safety training including training on major accident hazard identification criteria
for special equipment and specialized training on hazardous chemicals. Additionally the
Company fully utilizes existing online platforms to publish emergency guidance manuals
Preventing and Controlling JA Solar establishes a work safety responsibility system enhances the Company's safety risk such as the EHS Emergency Manual and Safety Instructions on DingTalk and the "Yidian
prevention and control capabilities from multiple dimensions such as risk identification Zhishi" platform promoting work safety knowledge creating a safety culture atmosphere Risks and Hazards. . emergency management and awareness improvement and implements work safety control
and reducing work safety risks.
3 2 2 measures at all levels. Furthermore the Company organized activities such as "Work Safety Month" to stimulate
employees' enthusiasm for participating in work safety management.Risk Control JA Solar has established the Procedures for Planning of Hazard Identification Risk
Evaluation and Risk Control and the Information Communication Consultation and
Participation Control Procedures as part of a comprehensive risk management and hazard In 2024 the Qujing Production Site established micro fire stations for JA Solar and Jinglong
reporting system. Under these guidelines a dual prevention mechanism for safety risk The Qujing Production Site Electronics to improve the ability of production site to respond quickly to fires and other
classification and hazard investigation and remediation has been established. Conducted a Comprehensive emergencies. Meanwhile the Qujing Production Site participated in the comprehensive
Emergency Drill for "Work emergency drill activities for "Work Safety Month" in the Qujing Economic and Technological
Each production site of the Company has formed a risk identification team to collect relevant Safety Month" Development Zone in 2024 allowing employees to gain a more intuitive understanding of
information and conduct hazard identification. Meanwhile the Company applies the
CASE emergency response processes and helping to improve the internal emergency management Likelihood - Exposure - Consequence (LEC) method to scientifically assess and classify risks. system of the enterprise.Based on the assessment results visual tools such as four-color risk map are developed to
promptly and accurately communicate risk information to employees ensuring they have
a comprehensive understanding of workplace hazards. In addition targeted risk control
measures are formulated according to identified risks including improving process design
providing personal protective equipment training employees to enhance safety awareness
and establishing emergency response plans. To ensure the effectiveness of these control
measures the Company has implemented monitoring mechanisms and conducts both
internal and external audits of the occupational health and safety management system
continuously improving the risk assessment and management process.Form an evaluation team
Collect data and conduct on-site inspections
Risk identification
EHS Empowerment Training In 2024 JA Solar initiated the "EHS Empowerment Training" capability-building project
Type of accident Influencing factors and accident mechanisms with the first batch involving 37 employees. Through learning advanced safety management CASE techniques and concepts from both domestic and international sources and engaging in in-
depth exchanges with outstanding enterprises a shared learning network for EHS partners
Risk assessment was established to explore best practices and cooperation and develop a unique EHS management path with JA Solar's characteristics.Likelihood of accident occurrence Hazard exposure situation Severity of the hazard
Risk control
Develop risk control measures Supervise risk control measure implementation
The Company strictly adheres to national laws regulations and standards fully
implementing the safety "three simultaneities" requirements in project construction (i.e.simultaneous design construction and use of safety facilities and main projects). In this
process the Company has commissioned a qualified technical consulting firm to prepare a
comprehensive analysis report on work safety conditions and facilities a dedicated design
report for safety facilities and a completion acceptance report for safety facilities ensuring
the effective implementation of safety facility design and construction providing a solid
guarantee for safe production at the site. Meanwhile the Company continuously enhances
the safety level of equipment and facilities by introducing Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
production robots and automated production lines gradually replacing manual operations
and optimizing processes and workflows to effectively reduce labor intensity and safety risks.101 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 102
Ningjin Production Site In 2024 Ningjin Production Site organized a series of safety training sessions on chemical
Conducts Safety Training safety confined spaces fire safety and more totaling 328 sessions as planned. The number The EHS teams at JA Solar's headquarters and various production and off-the-job health checks and establishes comprehensive
of participants reached 72345 with a total of 86706 hours of training. These activities helped sites organize at least one occupational health and safety risk occupational health records for each employee to achieve full-
CASE to raise the employees' safety awareness and improve the overall safety management of the identification exercise each year and conduct risk assessments and process tracking and documentation of health management.production site. classification control. The identified "major risks" and "significant JA Solar has established a comprehensive occupational health
risks" are included in the Unacceptable Risk List and Control Plan and safety training system. Employees must undergo three
with strict control and follow-up reviews implemented. Except for levels of safety education and occupational health training
"negligible risks" all other risks will be further controlled to reduce before employment and can only start work after passing the
the level of occupational health risks. examination. After joining the Company employees will receive
regular and irregular on-the-job education and training covering
The Company and its production sites regularly conduct testing occupational health management training occupational disease
for occupational disease hazard factors to timely understand the prevention training and heatstroke prevention training. In
degree of hazards in the workplace. For identified occupational addition the Company also pays close attention to employees'
disease hazard factors each production site posts announcements mental health. In 2024 we conducted psychological health training
regarding these hazards and provides employees with personal such as stress and emotion management to safeguard employees'
protective equipment that meets job requirements. Meanwhile physical and mental well-being.the Company installs facilities such as exhaust fans silencers and
Special Safety Activities In October 2024 Yiwu Production Site planned a dedicated safety campaign for new employees dust collectors to ensure the occupational health and safety of In addition the Company organized occupational health activities
for New Employees at Yiwu at the module plant. The campaign included activities such as safety training evaluations
employees during their work processes. including Occupational Disease Prevention Law Promotion Week
for work teams pre-shift safety briefings and safety knowledge assessments for new hires creating a positive atmosphere that cares for and pays attention to Production Site The Company strictly implements the occupational health
attracting wide participation among newly onboarded staff. This initiative raised the work occupational health.CASE examination system standardizing pre-employment on-the-jobsafety awareness of new employees and laid a foundation for the Company's work safety.Health Knowledge Lecture In 2024 Qujing Production Site organized health knowledge training for all employees and
at Qujing Production Site created study groups based on specific knowledge. The training content included infectious
diseases chronic disease prevention psychological health lectures and smoking control
CASE health education with a total of over 840 participants both online and offline.Ordos Production Site In December 2024 Ordos Production Site organized a Fire Safety Month Knowledge and Skills
Organized Fire Safety Month Competition. Through quizzes rapid-fire questions skill competitions and fun activities the
Knowledge and Skills event increased employees' attention and emphasis on fire safety and strengthened their fire
Competition safety skills.CASE Comprehensive Health Training In June 2024 the Baotou Production Site conducted comprehensive occupational health
at Baotou Production Site training for all employees emphasizing job-specific health and safety precautions tailored to
different roles. The training aimed to enhance employees' awareness of occupational health
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and their capacity for self-protection.Guaranteeing The Company strictly complies with the Law of the People's Republic of China on the
Occupational Health Prevention and Control of Occupational Diseases and applicable laws and regulations in
3.2.3 overseas operating locations. Based on the Occupational Safety and Health and Working Environment Convention published by the International Labour Organization (ILO) we Occupational Health Ordos Production Site refined its needs based on local policies and business scenarios
continuously strengthen the protection of employees' occupational health and improve Professional Work Guidance clarified processes and developed a normative guidance manual covering core sections
the occupational health management system. Under the guidance of the Occupational Manual Training at Ordos such as "hazard factor identification health monitoring and education and training". This
Hygiene Management System Occupational Health and Safety Management Manual and provides guidance and a basis for all departments in occupational health management
Occupational Health Management Procedures JA Solar diligently implements the prevention Production Site achieving a dual reinforcement of source control and process supervision over occupational
and control of occupational disease hazards to safeguard employees' occupational health. CASE disease hazards thereby more effectively protecting employees' health.103 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 104
Leading Industry JA Solar harnesses its development experience and advantages to actively No. Standard Plan No. Standard Name Standard Type Type Chief Editing Unit
Development promote activities such as standard formulation international initiatives industry communication and technical exchanges within industry associations 1 In application Photovoltaic Devices. Part National Chief JA Solar Technology
3.3 continuously deepening external cooperation and enhancing industry influence. 13: Electroluminescence Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.
of Photovoltaic Modules
Protecting Employees' JA Solar actively participates in various standard organizations and industry alliances
Rights and Interests engaging in the formulation and promotion of national and industry photovoltaic standards. In 2024 leveraging the strengths of its integrated industrial chain the company conducted 2 T/CPIA 0100-2024 Method for Measuring Group Chief JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd.
3.3.1 standard research across various specialized fields. It successfully released the group Square Resistance Standard Editor
standard Method for Measuring Square Resistance of Photovoltaic Cells Diffusion Layer and of Photovoltaic Cells
took the lead in drafting 10 other group standards 1 consistently providing professional Diffusion Layer
guidance for the development of the photovoltaic industry.
3 CSTM LX 0322 01462—2024 UV-Induced Degradation Group Chief JA Solar Technology
Test Methods for Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.Crystalline Silicon
Photovoltaic (PV) Cells
4 2024004-CPIA Color Sorting Method for Group Chief JA Solar Technology
Photovoltaic Cells Based Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.on Automated Optical
Inspection(AOI)
5 2024005-CPIA Test Method for Contact Group Chief JA Solar (Yangzhou) Solar
Resistivity of Crystalline Standard Editor Technology Co. Ltd.Silicon Photovoltaic Cell
JA Solar Was Awarded the At the "2024 Standard Seminar and Technical Exchange Conference" JA Solar received Metal Electrode and
"Outstanding Contribution the "Outstanding Contribution Award for Standards" from the CSTM Solar Photovoltaic Welding Transfer Length
Award for Standards" System Application Standardization Technical Committee highlighting JA Solar's significant
Method (TLM)
contributions to promoting standardization in the photovoltaic industry.CASE 6 CSTM LX 0322 01556—2024 Recycling Classification Group Chief JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd.Standards for Crystalline Standard Editor
Silicon Photovoltaic
Modules
7 CSTM LX 0322 01544—2024 Polyurethane Water- Group Chief JA Solar Technology
resistant Sealant for Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.Photovoltaic Modules
8 CSTM LX 0322 01533—2024 Glass for Photovoltaic Group Chief JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd.
Modules – Part 2: Back Standard Editor
Plate Augmented
Reflective Coated Glass
JA Solar Participated in the During the reporting period JA Solar actively participated in the 2024 "ATPV Advanced for Double-Glass Module
ATPV Technology Forum and Photovoltaic Technology and Materials Forum" autumn meeting hosted by ATPV where
Three Group Standards Were industry representatives discussed the latest developments in photovoltaic technology 9 CSTM LX 0322 01532—2024 Thermal Shock Test Group Chief JA Solar Technology
Approved industry standards and future trends. At this meeting JA Solar provided an in-depth
Method for Photovoltaic Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.interpretation of the technological innovations and breakthroughs behind the full-scenario Modules
CASE applications of photovoltaic modules. Additionally during the concurrently held "2024 Annual
Meeting and Standard Seminar" of CSTM three group standard proposals from JA Solar were
approved further contributing to the standardization efforts in the photovoltaic industry. 10 CSTM-SQ-2024-01285 Acetic Acid Immersion Group Chief JA Solar Technology
Test Method for Standard Editor Yangzhou Co. Ltd.Crystalline Silicon
Photovoltaic Cells
11 CSTM LX 0322 01617—2024 Photovoltaic Encapsulant Group Chief JA Solar Technology Wuxi
Film Acid Value Test - Standard Editor Co. Ltd.Potentiometric Titration
12 CSTM-SQ-2024-01324 Optical Performance Group Chief JA Solar Technology Wuxi
Testing Methods Standard Editor Co. Ltd.for Photovoltaic
Encapsulation and Light
Conversion Films
1 The 10 standards include three standards to be released five standards to be reviewed and two standards in the process of being established.105 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 106
Facilitating Industry JA Solar deeply integrates into the industry ecosystem actively participates in industry During the reporting period JA Solar was actively engaged on multiple international
Exchange and associations and industrial alliance activities and builds a collaborative network with peers stages deeply participating in a series of important international forum activities. With a academic experts and government departments. Currently strategic partnerships have positive and open mindset we collaborated with domestic and international partners to
Cooperation been established with authoritative organizations and institutions both domestically and jointly build a high-quality industrial chain system demonstrating JA Solar's influence in
3.3.2 internationally such as the China Chamber of International Commerce China Photovoltaic the industry and its determination to actively promote international cooperation.
Industry Association International Renewable Energy Solution (INES) and International
Investment Alliance for Renewable Energy (IIARE) forming a global industrial collaboration
matrix to jointly promote sustainable development in the industry. The Third Belt and Road Energy From October 23 to 24 2024 JA Solar participated in the Third Belt and Road Energy Ministerial
Ministerial Conference Conference with representatives from 27 countries research institutions and international
In 2024 JA Solar participated in a series of industry activities including the International organizations to promote the establishment of energy cooperation partnerships under the
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Manufacturing Digital Innovation Summit the 20th China SoG Silicon and PV Power "Belt and Road" initiative. The Company presented innovative insights around the theme of
Conference (CSPV) the High-efficiency Cell Technology and Equipment - TOPCon and "Building a Talent Cooperation System and Advancing South-South Cooperation to a New
Heterojunction Forum and the ATPV actively spreading the voice of JA Solar across multiple Level" calling on stakeholders to take on the mission of "Developing solar power to benefit
venues. Meanwhile the Company adopts a proactive and open attitude working with peers the planet" jointly utilizing multilateral mechanisms to build regional cooperation platforms
and other stakeholders to jointly build a high-quality industrial chain system sharing cutting- establish a renewable energy industry supply chain and promote the application of clean
edge technologies and industry development trends. energy bringing strong momentum to global development.JA Solar Officially Joined the In February 2025 JA Solar officially joined the IRENA Coalition for Action. The coalition actively
IRENA Coalition for Action promotes dialogue among government and non-government stakeholders accelerates the
energy transition based on renewable energy and enhances the share of renewable energy in
CASE the global energy structure. The Company will leverage this international platform to engage in
broader communication and cooperation with outstanding global partners sharing technologies
and experiences and jointly exploring new directions for renewable energy development.
2024 Solar PV & Energy Storage On August 8 2024 JA Solar participated in the "2024 Solar PV & Energy Storage World Expo
World Expo and New Energy and New Energy Storage Industry Development Conference" delivering a keynote speech
Storage Industry Development titled "Advancing with Light Integrating PV and Storage - A New Generation of Solar-Storage Solutions Leading an Era of Transformation" and engaging in in-depth discussions with
Conference attendees on high-quality innovation and deep integration of new light storage technologies
CASE while sharing JA Solar's "one-stop" integrated PV and storage solution.JA Solar Officially Joined the In January 2025 JA Solar officially joined the Global Solar Council (GSC) which has actively
Global Solar Council integrated resources from various parties since its establishment vigorously promoting
the widespread application and industrial development of solar energy globally. JA Solar
CASE occupies an important position in the photovoltaic field. After joining this platform we
will leverage this opportunity to closely communicate and share experiences with global
partners contributing to the development of the solar energy industry and supporting the
global energy transition to new heights.APEC CEO Summit On November 14-15 2024 JA Solar attended the APEC CEO Summit with over a thousand
CASE government officials and business representatives from various APEC economies participating
in the 2024 "APEC Sustainable Business Night" event. Together with numerous business
leaders they discussed trends and challenges in sustainable development actively seeking
mutually beneficial cooperation models to contribute to economic development and green
transformation in the Asia-Pacific region.JA Solar Attended the 2024 From December 4 to 6 JA Solar actively participated in the "2024 Photovoltaic Industry
Photovoltaic Industry Annual Annual Conference" co-hosted by the China Photovoltaic Industry Association and the Yibin
Conference Municipal People's Government. This conference focused on the prospects of new energy development under the new power system the future opportunities and challenges of the
CASE photovoltaic industry and macro analysis and discussions on the development status of
various links in the photovoltaic supply chain and application end promoting high-quality
development in the industry.
2024 Summit of the Forum on On September 5-6 2024 JA Solar was invited to participate as a representative of new
China-Africa Cooperation and energy entrepreneurs at the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and
the Eighth Conference of Chinese the 8th China-Africa Entrepreneurs Conference. JA Solar along with leaders from China and
and African Entrepreneurs over 50 African countries discussed the current status challenges and future directions of photovoltaic development in Africa with a focus on cooperation in fields such as new energy
CASE contributing to local energy supply and economic development.107 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 108
Fulfilling Social "Developing solar power to benefit the planet" is the mission that JA Solar has Harmonious Community JA Solar upholds the philosophy of harmonious integration of corporate development and
Responsibility always adhered to. Adhering to the "Every Corner" public welfare concept JA . . social responsibility. We promote community development projects in various operational 3 4 2
Solar integrates social welfare into its corporate DNA building a matrix of public areas practice the "Every Corner" public welfare concept with practical actions and continue
3.4 welfare projects around "Every Person" "Every Creature" "Every Oasis" "Every to build a symbiotic network of production operations and community development.
Centigrade" and "Every Desert" investing in various topics such as biodiversity
zero-carbon factories and ecological governance over the long term. In 2024
guided by the "Every Corner" public welfare concept we actively integrated social
resources to expand our public welfare footprint across multiple dimensions such
as rural development community care and inclusive education. We are dedicated
to delivering the warmth of clean energy across geographical boundaries and
cultural differences and fulfilling our commitment to "We Care Every Corner of
the World".In 2024 our total public welfare donations
reached RMB 858101. 858101
Rural Development JA Solar leverages its platform and resources to illuminate the future of rural areas. During 2024 Annual Public Welfare and Charity Donation Actions (Part). . the reporting period we continuously promoted the "Three Major Projects for the Benefit of 3 4 1 Public Welfare Operation Area Activity Name Donationthe People" injecting hope into every corner of the countryside. We took practical actions to Sector
support China's rural development strategy and foster a new future.Social Baotou One-day In response to the 2024 "One-day Donation for Love" event organized
Development Inner Mongolia Donation for Love by the CPC Qingshan District Committee Baotou Production Site called In 2024 JA Solar's total investment in the "Three 699090 on all employees to donate and collected a total of RMB 50344.96 Major Projects for the Benefit of the People" reached which was fully donated to the Red Cross Society of Qingshan District.RMB 699090.Fengxian The Beloved Under Fengxian Production Site donated RMB 5000 to the Shanghai Fengpu
Shanghai the Blue Sky Industrial Park to contribute to the modernization of Fengxian New Town.
100 Hope Primary 10000 Needy Brightness
Schools Donation Students Project for Poor
Project Financial Support Cataract Patients Gaoyou Gaoyou Charity To practice the new era values of "dedication friendship mutual Donation Activity
Project Jiangsu assistance and progress" Gaoyou Production Site participated multiple times in charity donation activities in Gaoyou City during the reporting
period in response to the 2024 "5·19 Charity One-day Donation
Campaign" by donating RMB 30000 to the Gaoyou Charity Federation
as well as donating RMB 20000 to the Gaoyou Economic Development
Zone Charity Association for the 2024 "5·19 Charity One-day Donation
1 2 3 Campaign" supporting the development of the urban charity.2024 "Jiangsu To actively promote the high-quality development of women and Women and children's causes in Jiangsu Province Gaoyou Production Site donated Children's Welfare RMB 10000 in response to the 99 Charity Day activity organized by the
Foundation" 99 Jiangsu Women and Children's Welfare Foundation.JA Solar continues to promote the "100 Hope Primary Schools Donation Project" helping to Charity Day Donation
optimize the allocation of educational resources. In 2024 we invested a total of RMB 400000
in special funds for upgrading school facilities and improving the teaching environment Assisting Yangzhou Yangzhou "519 Initiated by the JA Solar Headquarters Foundation and in accordance
according to a donation plan for two rural primary schools in Hebei Province. We have Those in Need Jiangsu Charity One-day with the unified deployment of the Yangzhou Municipal People's Donation"
effectively narrowed the gap in the allocation of educational resources between urban and Government a total donation of RMB 30000 was made to the Yangzhou Charity Federation to support the assistance of disadvantaged groups
rural areas and allowed quality educational resources to benefit more rural students. With in the city and contribute to the charitable cause in Yangzhou boosting
concrete actions we contribute to local community development. the city's development.JA Solar adheres to the philosophy of "Compassion as the Foundation Good Deeds for the Yangzhou Special To fulfill social responsibility and care for local vulnerable groups
People" and carries out the "Brightness Project for Poor Cataract Patients" charity project Education School instruments worth RMB 15860 were donated to blind children at
Instrument
with the aim of "Restoring Sight to One Person Bringing Happiness to One Family". During the Yangzhou Special Education School supporting the successful Donation Project organization of the Jasmine Blind Students' Wind Band concert.the reporting period the Company funded the surgical treatment of 80 cataract patients
with a total donation amount of RMB 98880 effectively alleviating the medical burden on
cataract patients from difficult families in Ningjin County and bringing care warmth and Baotou Baotou JA Solar "In The Company actively carried out charitable activities by visiting
Inner Mongolia Gratitude We Meet children's welfare institutions. This event attracted 1303 employees to light to them. In Warmth We participate in the fundraising with a total donation amount reaching
Journey" Charity RMB 23146.82 used for the daily expenses and construction costs of
The "10000 Needy Students Financial Support Project" aims to support outstanding Fundraising the Baotou Children's Welfare Institute.students from impoverished backgrounds through various forms encouraging them to
strive for excellence. In 2024 JA Solar provided a special scholarship of RMB 5000 each Ningjin Donation for the In response to the call of the Ningjin County Charity Federation and the
to 29 academically excellent students from difficult backgrounds in Ningjin County Hebei Hebei Disabled Dream Ningjin County Disabled Persons' Federation Ningjin JA Solar donated Realization RMB 20600 to support the development of cultural and artistic
Province who graduated from 2021 to 2023 helping rural students complete their studies Inspirational Art endeavors for people with disabilities.and injecting new knowledge-based vitality into rural development. Performance109 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FAIRER | Social Chapter FAIRER | Social Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 110
Inclusive Education During the reporting period JA Solar launched multiple educational assistance projects both As a leading enterprise in the photovoltaic field JA Solar continues to deepen. . domestically and internationally and promoted the establishment of several educational cooperation with domestic and international public welfare organizations and 3 4 3 programs and special funds in collaboration with various foundations and international international universities. Leveraging its business and resource advantages we
universities. We expanded the talent cultivation phase from children and adolescents to provide global education development solutions and accelerate the development and
students from around the world breaking geographical limitations and providing various innovation of the global new energy industry.forms of support to illuminate every corner of knowledge.
2024 Progress of the Educational Assistance Projects Supported by JA Solar and All Production Sites Overseas Talent Cultivation Program (Part)
Baotou Sports During the reporting period to support sports development and care for youth growth Green Education Project in JA Solar in collaboration with Huawei UNESCO and the Thai Ministry of Education
Development Project the Baotou Production Site donated RMB 30000 to the Beijing Charity Association Ban Na District Thailand jointly launched a green education project aimed at local residents and students at
and the Baotou Qingshan District Education Foundation in Inner Mongolia for the the Learning Promotion Center in Ban Na District Nakhon Nayok Province Thailand.development of youth sports education. JA Solar donated high-efficiency n-type photovoltaic modules DeepBlue 4.0 Pro to
the school deeply participating in the construction of the green school education
Solar Scholarship Xingtai Jinglong PV Materials Co. Ltd. granted a Solar Scholarship of RMB 5000 to the system and provided training on the application and management of green energy
Program children of employees who meet the relevant criteria of the Solar Scholarship funding for teachers and students helping them understand the practical application value of
program. clean energy. The project aims to cultivate a new generation of talent with both green
skills and digital capabilities by providing clean energy solutions and digital education
The trade union of JA Solar (Xingtai) Solar Co. Ltd. granted a Sunshine Scholarship opportunities to 11 schools and community centers.of RMB 10000 to the children of employees who meet the relevant criteria of the
Sunshine Scholarship funding program. Vietnam Electric Power A team of experts from JA Solar was invited to participate in a practical training course
University Practical Training on the Management Design Construction and Operation of Rooftop Solar Power
Course Project Systems organized by INPOS a well-known renewable energy technology company
Yangzhou Bali Center Primary The Yangzhou Production Site established the "JA Solar Teaching Assistance in Vietnam providing students with insights into the production performance
School "JA Solar Teaching Scholarship" project at Yangzhou Bali Center Primary School awarding scholarships to technology of photovoltaic modules. This training attracted over a hundred students
Assistance Scholarship" Project outstanding teachers and students for several consecutive years supporting the steady from top universities in Vietnam actively promoting the popularization of photovoltaic
development of local education. technology education and innovative applications.Vietnam Electric Power JA Solar closely collaborated with INPOS and Vietnam Electric Power University
Enabling a Scientific Reading JA Solar together with the Wuxi Lingshan Charity Foundation Library Project Special University Mobile Photovoltaic donating mobile photovoltaic systems to the university during the reporting period
Dream for Rural Children in Fund donated small seed science reading packages to 201 children in regions such as System Project providing strong support for the university's research and teaching and further
Collaboration with Lingshan Bayannur in Inner Mongolia Zhengding in Shijiazhuang Hebei Province and Lu'an in deepening and expanding the tripartite cooperative relationship to jointly contribute
Library Program Anhui Province helping children better learn scientific knowledge and expand their to the cultivation of professionals in the photovoltaic field and the advancement of
cognitive horizons. industry technology.Xingtai Polytechnic Institute To promote inclusive education and coordinated industrial development JA Solar invested
of New Energy Was Officially in the construction of Hebei Province's first higher vocational college in the new energy
Established sector - Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of New Energy. In July 2024 Xingtai Polytechnic Institute of New Energy was officially established focusing on the entire new energy industry chain
CASE and dedicated to cultivating high-quality technical and skilled talents. The college has
signed cooperation agreements with several well-known enterprises to promote the deep
integration of industry and education and train outstanding talents that meet the needs of
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Overseas Assistance JA Solar pays attention to every corner of the world and eyes on diverse public welfare areas By actively participating in disaster relief public welfare activities JA Solar supports disaster. . such as overseas emergency rescue medical care and community development. While rescue and post-disaster reconstruction efforts in affected areas around the world and 3 4 4 promoting its operations the Company collaborates with non-profit organizations both fulfills its corporate social responsibility. Meanwhile timely material and financial assistance
domestically and internationally focusing on the social needs of the operational areas. is provided to affected communities to help restore production and daily life in disaster-
Through donations of materials and funds we aid in solving local social issues promote stricken areas building a more resilient disaster response system.energy equity and spread awareness of low-carbon practices.Eid al-Fitr Donation Activity In response to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and to demonstrate Emergency Support for In May 2024 flooding occurred in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. JA Solar
in the Middle East humanitarian care for countries in the Belt and Road Initiative JA Solar in collaboration with Flooding in Brazil urgently donated drinking water and transported it to the affected areas addressing the
its strategic partner Power n Sun (PNS) initiated an Eid al-Fitr donation activity providing drinking water needs of the disaster-stricken population. Moreover the Company collaborated
CASE Iftar meals to impoverished workers at power stations in the UAE conveying love and care CASE with partners distributors and other stakeholders in the solar market to assist showcasing JA
and embodying the spirit of charity through practical actions. Solar's international perspective and commitment.Jubilee Church Project JA Solar actively promotes sustainable development in communities both domestically and
in Australia internationally. During the reporting period the Company participated in the renewable
energy transformation project of Jubilee Church established in 1898 collaborating with
CASE various stakeholders in the community to explore advanced solutions that integrate history
community and sustainable development. By partnering with Yello Energy Group to
install a 25-kilowatt photovoltaic system for Jubilee Church the annual energy costs were
significantly reduced by 72% allowing more funds to be allocated to important community
services. This project aims to support local sustainable development practices while setting a
benchmark for community service empowering more local organizations worldwide to take
on environmental responsibilities.Ecological Protection Ecological protection is a core proposition for the harmonious coexistence of enterprises. . and nature. Guided by the concept of sustainable development JA Solar collaborates with 3 4 5 multiple parties to participate in ecological protection actions. We conduct systematic
environmental restoration in key ecological areas through technological innovation and
resource integration for the harmonious development of humans and nature.JA Solar Joined the "100 Upholding the public welfare commitment of "We Care Every Corner of the World" JA Solar
Million Suosuo" Project joined the SEE Foundation's "100 Million Suosuo" desertification prevention project. In 2024
Public Welfare Care Activities On May 4-5 2024 the JA Solar Korea team participated in a team activity aimed at children the Company continued to promote the project by planting a total of 30000 sand willows CASE
for Children with Special with special vascular malformations in South Korea. During the event a family camping in the desertified area of Ordos Inner Mongolia. Through scientific planting and meticulous
Vascular Malformations in activity was held at the Goesan Natural Park in North Chungcheong Province and we care we endeavor to restore desert vegetation build ecological barriers and help improve donated 3 million Korean won in financial aid to the organization demonstrating care for the local ecological environment.South Korea sick children through practical actions.CASE113 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 114
Governance Chapter
Solid Governance Ensures
Long-Term Prosperity
Adhering to the business philosophy of robust growth for sustained
profitability JA Solar continuously improves corporate governance to protect
investors' rights and interests. We keep refining our modern corporate
governance structure and embed the concept of sustainability into responsible
operations for long-term stability. In daily operations through multi-faceted
measures such as compliant operations risk management adherence to
business ethics intellectual property protection and improvement of data
security the Company takes on responsibility and collaborates with partners
for a society featuring lasting and shared prosperity.SOLIDIFYING GOVERNANCE FOUNDATIONS 4.1
COMPLIANT AND ROBUST OPERATIONS 4.2
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION 4.3
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION SECURITY 4.4
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Solidifying Governance A lasting prosperity is a common pursuit for enterprises and the long-term Diverse Board JA Solar has established the Rules of Procedure for the Board of Directors Rules of Procedure
Foundations development of a company relies on a scientific standardized efficient and Composition for the Board of Supervisors and related internal control systems to effectively regulate the selection assessment and dismissal processes for directors supervisors and senior. clearly defined corporate governance system. JA Solar continuously optimizes 4 1 management and ensure that the Board of Directors and the Board of Supervisors fully play corporate governance values the diversification and professionalism of the their roles in major decision-making and operational management.Board of Directors deepens communication and interaction with investors and As of the end of reporting period
The Company has established a Board structure that includes both internal and external
boosts sustainable development through high-quality corporate governance. 3 female directors on the Board members. Board members are nominated by the Company's Board of Directors and elected
accounting for over by the shareholders' meeting with a term of three years. Directors may be re-elected upon the
Corporate Governance JA Solar strictly complies with a series of laws and regulations including the Company expiration of their term. The Company's Board of Directors carries out its work in accordance with the Self-regulatory Guideline No. 1 for Companies Listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange
Structure Law of the People's Republic of China the Securities Law of the People's Republic 30% -the Standardized Operation of Companies Listed on the Main Board Rules of Procedure for. . of China the Guidelines for Corporate Governance for Listed Companies and the 4 1 1 the Board of Directors Articles of Association and other regulations and implements the Rules Governing the Listing of Shares on Shenzhen Stock Exchange. The Company resolutions passed by the shareholders' meeting to ensure the Company's continuous healthy
has established a governance structure with the shareholders' meeting as the highest and stable development. In addition to fully leverage the role of independent directors in
authority the Board of Directors as the decision-making core the Board of Supervisors the governance of listed companies the Company has also established the Independent
as the supervisory body and the management as the executive body forming a Director System and the Working Rules for Special Meetings of Independent Directors among
corporate governance system that is well-structured sound in mechanism complete in other regulations to ensure the rights of independent directors to participate in corporate
system and sustainable in development. governance and supervision. Currently among the 9 directors on the Company's Board there
are 3 independent directors accounting for 33% of the total members.The Company values the diversity and professionalism of the Board of Directors gathering
members with diverse backgrounds and professional experiences. In 2024 JA Solar released
the Principles and Implementation of Diversity of Board Members. The Company adheres to
the principle of employing people based on merit and refers to a series of diversity indicators
Shareholders'Meeting of JA Solar in the selection of Board members including but not limited to educational background
professional experience service tenure gender age nationality cultural background and
other factors. The Board members are selected based on strategic development and business
Strategy and Sustainability needs with efforts made to maintain a balanced structure of professional expertise and
Committee
Supervisory Board competencies within the Board.As of the end of the reporting period the Board of Directors consists of 9 members including 3
Remuneration and Appraisal female directors accounting for over 30% of the total; there are 6 directors with a master's or
Committee higher degree. The backgrounds of the Board members cover various fields such as renewable
Secretary of the energy applications sustainable development climate change legal compliance business
Board of Directors Board of Directors strategy financial management and risk management laying a comprehensive and solid
management foundation for the Company's long-term development.Nomination Committee
Name Position Gender Nationality Position Term
Jin Baofang Chairman and Male China 6 Years
Audit Committee General Manager
General Manager Yang Aiqing Director Male China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 3 Years
Deputy General Manager Member of the Nomination Committee
Jin Junhui Director Female China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 3 Years
Tao Ran Director Male China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 6 Years
Strategy and Sustainability Mainly responsible for researching and providing recommendations on the Member of the Remuneration and Appraisal Committee
Committee Company's long-term development strategy major investment decisions
sustainable development and ESG initiatives Cao Yangfeng Director Male China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 6 Years
Remuneration and Appraisal Mainly responsible for formulating assessment standards for the Company's Jia Shaohua Director Male China Member of the Audit Committee 3 Years
Committee directors and senior management and conducting assessments formulating and
reviewing the remuneration policies and plans for directors and senior executives Zhao Yuwen Independent Director Male China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 6 Years
Nomination Committee Audit Committee
and accountable to the Board of Directors and Remuneration and Appraisal Committee
Nomination Committee Mainly responsible for researching and proposing candidates conditions standards Zhang Miao Independent Director Female China Member of the Strategy and Sustainability Committee 6 Years
and procedures for the Company's directors and senior management Nomination Committee and Remuneration and
Appraisal Committee
Audit Committee Accountable to the Board of Directors and mainly responsible for communication Qin Xiaolu Independent Director Female China Member of the Audit Committee 6 Years
supervision and verification of internal and external audits117 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 118
Board and Executive The Company has established a comprehensive performance evaluation mechanism Investor Rights and JA Solar strictly conducts investor relations management in accordance with the
Remuneration for the Board of Directors. The performance of Board members is regularly assessed Interests Protection Company Law of the People's Republic of China Securities Law of the People's
Management through a scientific evaluation system and continuous improvement measures to . . Republic of China Guidelines for Investor Relations Management of Listed Companies ensure the effectiveness of Board governance. The Board of Directors or its subordinate 4 1 2 and relevant provisions of the Articles of Association. The Company has established
Remuneration and Appraisal Committee is responsible for regularly organizing systems such as the Management System for Investor Relations the Management
and conducting performance evaluations for the Company's directors and senior System for Information Disclosure and the Management System for Reception of
management. The Company strictly follows regulations such as the Working Rules for Specific Visitors to protect investors' rights to be informed and to participate in
the Remuneration and Appraisal Committee to evaluate the performance of directors significant matters of the Company ensuring that disclosed information is true
and senior management. In addition to further standardize the behavior of senior accurate complete timely fair and easy to understand and effectively safeguarding
management the Company has established an incentive mechanism that links senior the legitimate rights and interests of investors.management remuneration to company performance and individual achievements
ensuring that senior management complies with the Company Law of the People's JA Solar actively promotes investor communication through a diversified
Republic of China and fulfills their responsibilities according to the Articles of communication channel that combines online and offline methods. We listen to
Association and relevant company systems. During the reporting period the Company investors' demands and suggestions and provide equal opportunities for investors to
conducted performance evaluations for Board members covering 100% of the Board access information. During the reporting period the Company fulfilled its information
members. disclosure obligations in accordance with the law and successfully prepared and
disclosed 4 periodic reports and 120 interim reports enhancing the openness and
In addition the Company's Board of Supervisors consists of 3 supervisors including 1 transparency of the Company's operations and providing a reliable basis for investor Board of Supervisors
Management employee representative supervisor and the number and composition of supervisors
decision-making.comply with legal and regulatory requirements. The Company's Board of Supervisors
diligently fulfills its responsibilities in accordance with the Rules of Procedure for the Investor Communication Methods
Board of Supervisors. In 2024 we held 7 Board of Supervisors meetings to effectively
We present the latest updates to a wide range of investors in a timely and
supervise and provide opinions on significant matters such as the Company's regular Online New Media
Channels Platforms comprehensive manner through the Company's official WeChat Account video financial status reports profit distribution plans and the use of raised funds. accounts and other new media matrix platforms.Official Website We release the latest updates through the "Investor Relations" column on the official
In 2024 the Audit Committee held 6 meetings while the Strategy and Column website and optimize information categorization to help shareholders and investors
Sustainability Committee Audit Committee and Remuneration and Appraisal better understand the Company's operations.each held 4 meetings respectively. The Company held 3 extraordinary general
meetings and 1 annual general meeting. The Board of Directors held 16 meetings. Interaction Easy We assign dedicated personnel to manage the Shenzhen Stock Exchange interaction
(Shenzhen Stock platform of the exchange using simple and understandable language to address
Main Honors In 2024 the Company received the "Outstanding Practice Case of the Board of Exchange) questions promptly. During the reporting period the response rate on the Shenzhen
Directors" "5A Evaluation of the Board Secretary's Performance" and "Best Stock Exchange interaction platform reached 100%.Practice Case of the Board Office" awarded by the China Association of Public
Companies. Investor Hotline We arrange dedicated personnel to answer the investor hotline patiently respond to
investor inquiries and for questions that cannot be answered on the spot follow up
and resolve them afterward providing timely feedback to investors.Offline Performance Briefing The Company holds performance briefing sessions and provides activities such as on-
channels Sessions On-site site research and on-site visits to allow investors and shareholders to fully understand Research On-site the Company's production and operational status.Visits Collective
Reception Days
In 2024 the Company held a total of 5 performance briefing sessions and
responded to over 157 questions on the online interaction platform with
institutions and investors participating in investor communication activities over
1000 times and 2000 times respectively.
JA Solar focuses on the protection and management of the rights and interests of small and
medium shareholders. The Company strictly fulfills its responsibilities in accordance with
relevant laws and regulations ensuring that small and medium investors enjoy equal status
and full rights to exercise their powers. We respect and safeguard the rights of all shareholders
as owners of the Company and convene and hold shareholders' meetings in strict accordance
with the requirements of the China Securities Regulatory Commission and the stock exchange
with lawyers present to witness. The shareholders' meeting adopts both on-site and online
voting methods to facilitate small and medium shareholders' participation in voting fully
ensuring their involvement and voting rights on significant matters related to the Company.Main Honors JA Solar was awarded the title of "Best Listed Company in Investor Relations
Management" by the Weekly on Stocks.119 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 120
Tax Transparency The Company's tax policy is aligned with its corporate strategy and ESG goals ensuring
compliance with tax laws in all jurisdictions where economic activities and value creation Key Performance In 2024 JA Solar paid taxes of RMB 1.8 billion.4.1.3 occur thereby contributing to social and economic development while achieving 1.8
sustainable growth. Our tax management approach aligns with the needs and long-term
interests of all stakeholders including but not limited to the government shareholders
employees and investment institutions.Tax Governance Tax governance structure: The Company has established a Tax Governance Committee Compliance Paying taxes according to the law: We comply with the relevant tax laws tax practices
Structure composed of senior executives and business departments. Requirements operational norms and international tax regulations (such as the OECD's BEPS project and
BEPS 2.0 global minimum tax rules) of the country or region where the business operates
Global tax compliance team: The Company has set up dedicated tax teams responsible uphold high professional standards and ensure legal compliance by accurately and timely
for local tax law enforcement reporting and compliance review in each operating country declaring and paying all taxes and disclosing relevant information in accordance with
and region. We also regularly work with external tax advisors to update our tax strategy. local regulations.Internal control mechanism: We established a standardized manual for tax processes Transfer pricing: The Company establishes transfer pricing policies based on the arm's
covering transaction structure design invoice management cross-border payments and length principle. To meet internationally recognized transfer pricing standards and rules.other aspects.Our commitment 1
Principles of 1 The Company conducts tax planning management in accordance with the law for corporate Tax Risk 2 Risk identification and assessment: We regularly conduct tax health checks to identify high-Tax Planning income tax and other indirect taxes. Tax compliance means that the Company pays taxes on Management risk areas (such as cross-border related party transactions and permanent establishment time and in full including disclosing all relevant facts to tax authorities when necessary. The determinations) and use a tax risk matrix to quantify risk levels (e.g. likelihood × impact).Company neither tolerates nor encourages any tax evasion or tax avoidance behavior. Principles Dispute prevention and response: The Company maintains open and honest The Company designs its tax structure based on reasonable business purposes and the communication with tax authorities and tax policymakers providing transparent and
substance of its operations avoiding tax structures that lack commercial substance. We accessible information to various tax authorities and consulting transfer pricing rules for
formulate and implement legal compliant and transparent tax strategies and policies related party transactions in advance to facilitate their understanding of our tax strategy
based on their economic substance. and fundamental business model which serves as guidance for the Company's daily tax
The Company does not engage in aggressive tax arrangements and will not transfer the operations.value created to tax havens. The Company takes measures to ensure that the taxes paid Tax information disclosure: The Company reports and discloses its tax status in
are consistent with the profit-generating activities and avoids using tax structures that accordance with applicable domestic and international tax regulations maintaining
lack commercial substance prohibiting the use of shell companies fictitious transactions transparency in its operations and tax status.or the abuse of tax treaties.The Company complies with the General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR) of various countries
and does not use confidential jurisdictions or so-called "tax havens" to evade taxes.Special Management 3 Permanent Establishment (PE) management: We strictly assess and manage remote sales Tax Policy Training and communication: Regular global tax compliance training is provided to Principles for Cross- teams or digital services in accordance with OECD guidelines on taxation in the digital Implementation 4 ensure employees understand the latest regulations (such as the progress of BEPS 2.0 Border Tax economy. and Supervision implementation).Digital Services Tax (DST) management: For regions such as the EU that impose digital Audit and improvement: The internal risk control department conducts routine reviews of
taxes we separately account for relevant income and assess the risk of double taxation. tax policy implementation while external consultants assess compliance effectiveness.
1 This commitment covers all business units subsidiaries and all entities controlled by JA Solar Group.121 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 122
Compliant and Stable In adherence to the corporate motto of "To be an upstanding and responsible person Risk Identification JA Solar actively conducts comprehensive risk identification. In response to compliance risks
Operations and apply oneself with integrity and industry" we continuously standardize company the Company identifies assesses and provides early warnings for risks based on internal
behavior uphold business ethics and improve the risk management system to policies such as the Compliance Obligation Identification and Risk Assessment Policy.
4.2 provide a management foundation for stable and sustainable operations. Meanwhile In 2024 the Company identified over 50 risks and compiled the JA Solar Comprehensive
Compliance Risk Alert List for the Compliance Management System Development covering
the Company regards anti-corruption and business ethics as the core of corporate key risks such as corporate governance anti-business bribery intellectual property export
behavior management promotes the construction of a clean culture emphasizes fair control labor employment and anti-trust and anti-unfair competition.competition management norms prevents and curbs monopolistic behavior and
strives to create a fair and mutually beneficial business environment. Risk Management For the identified risks the Company actively carries out compliance risk prevention
assessment and management in key areas integrating these processes into the entire
Long-term Risk JA Solar continuously improves risk management by integrating basic risk management product and service development chain. We conduct quantitative assessment of risk levels
Management processes and systems into all aspects of the Company's production and operations aiming categorize risks and implement tiered control measures such as adding relevant compliance to actively prevent and respond to internal and external risks and enhance the Company's
4.2.1 clauses enhancing review processes issuing related guidelines and strengthening training.management resilience.
The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors supervises the Company's risk and
compliance review and reviews the Company's risk assessment annually to ensure effective
implementation of risk management measures. The members of the Company's Board
of Directors possess rich risk management capabilities including four non-independent
directors and one independent director with professional risk management experience.The Company has established a Process Management Department in charge of risk review
process to monitor and analyze internal and external risks such as strategic risk market risk
operational risk financial risk and legal risk promptly and reports various risk situations to
the general manager and the Board of Directors through a reporting line independent of the
business departments.JA Solar has built a comprehensive risk management system through full business process
coverage of risk identification assessment and management and has established a "Three
Lines of Defense" risk management framework based on compliance risks effectively
addressing potential risks and ensuring high-quality development for the Company.First Line of Defense Second Line of Defense Third Line of Defense
All business and functional departments The Compliance and Trace Department The Internal Audit Department serves as
serve as the first line of defense for serves as the second line of defense the third line of defense for compliance
compliance risk management and for compliance risk management risk management and is responsible
are responsible for identifying and and is responsible for undertaking for assuring the effectiveness of risk
managing compliance risks within their the management and supervision of management and compliance processes
respective areas of responsibility. compliance risks. through independent audit supervision.Risk Awareness To raise the risk management awareness and capabilities of all employees in 2024 JA Solar
Enhancement Training conducted multiple risk self-assessment exchange meetings and risk training activities with a
focus on key risk areas.Establishing the Three Lines of Defense: Business/Functional Departments - Daily risk control
Compliance and Trace Department - Management and supervision
Internal Audit Department - Post-event supervision and improvement Procurement Business In 2024 JA Solar held a procurement business risk self-assessment exchange meeting aimed
Risk Self-assessment at helping employees better identify and manage potential risks in the procurement process
Exchange Meeting thereby enhancing risk prevention capabilities.Second Line of Defense: Board of Directors Third Line of Defense:
Compliance and Internal Audit CASE
Trace Department Department
General Manager
Improvement of Risk
ESG and Compliance Management Management Supervision
Committee (Post-event)
Chief Compliance Officer
Implementation of Compliance
Management Strategy (Pre-event)
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Legal and Compliant JA Solar places great importance on compliance management. In strict adherence to various Improved Internal JA Solar highly values internal control work by establishing a series of internal management
Operations laws regulations and industry regulatory policies and guidelines we keep improving our systems such as the Internal Audit Management System and the Work Plan for Standardized ability to operate in accordance with the law and compliance management capabilities Control Implementation of Internal Control. In 2024 the Company added new systems such as the
4.2.2 effectively preventing risks and achieving sustainable development. The Company actively 4.2.3 Internal Control Risk Management System Internal Control Risk Assessment Management
develops its compliance management system in accordance with the ISO 37301 compliance System and Major Internal Control Risk Event Reporting Mechanism and revised the
management system. We have established a series of regulatory norms including the Responsibility and Accountability Management System to ensure the standardized and stable
Compliance Management Policy Compliance Obligation Identification and Risk Assessment operation of the Company and its subsidiaries and improve risk prevention capabilities.Policy Compliance Review Policy Compliance Incident Reporting and Disposal Policy Meanwhile in response to procurement internal control risks the Company focuses on key
Compliance Assessment and Evaluation Policy and Compliance Management System Review business risks and areas with frequent issues issuing the Procurement Business Internal
Policy and Compliance Management System Review System which are not only provide Control Risk Guidelines to assist various units in preventing and controlling procurement
fundamental guiding principles and daily operational procedures for compliance management business in advance standardizing procurement behavior and enhancing the Company's
but also offer effective references for supervising and evaluating management execution. risk prevention capabilities.Key Performance In 2024 JA Solar obtained ISO 37301:2021 ISO 37301:2021 The Audit Committee under the Company's Board of Directors is mainly responsible for Compliance Management System and GB/T communication supervision and verification of internal and external audits. The Audit
35770-2022 Compliance Management System GB/T 35770-2022 Committee has an audit supervision center as its daily operational body for exercising certifications. internal audit supervision authority. The Company has set up an audit committee
independent of the headquarters' functional departments and subsidiaries which is
ESG and Compliance responsible for overall internal control risk management. It evaluates the operation of the JA Solar has established an ESG and Compliance Management Committee and appointed
Management Committee Company's internal control mechanisms based on the Guidelines for the Application of a Chief Compliance Officer as the director to report regularly to the Board of Directors. We Internal Control in Enterprises and external regulatory requirements while also considering
fully leverage the leadership of the Company's senior management to promote compliance the Company's institutional requirements. It is responsible for internal control risk
with anti-unfair competition data compliance safety and environmental compliance and identification response to internal control risks monitoring and reporting of internal control
other compliance system constructions. Each business and functional department serves risk events and management improvements.as the first line of compliance management and is responsible for identifying compliance
obligations and risks within their departmental responsibilities creating departmental The Company regularly summarizes and organizes audit issues and promptly conducts
or specialized compliance obligation lists and compliance risk lists and updating them reviews and summaries of typical and significant audit cases. Based on this written
regularly. Meanwhile the Company has set up part-time compliance coordinators in key materials for risk prevention are created to provide targeted training for business units
departments to effectively promote compliance management assist in handling various effectively reducing business risks and ensuring the Company's stable operation. In 2024
compliance matters enhance the overall compliance level of the Company and effectively the Company conducted training activities related to the promotion of internal control risk-
reduce operational risks. related systems continuously strengthening employees' awareness of internal control risks.JA Solar Conducted Compliance In May 2024 the Company invited external experts to conduct a two-day training on "ISO
Training for Part-time 37301:2021 Compliance Management System Practical Compliance Officer" for part-time
Compliance Coordinators compliance coordinators. The training covered the background of compliance management standards and detailed interpretations. In the end a total of 32 part-time compliance
CASE coordinators passed the assessment and received training certificates.Launching the "Internal In 2024 to raise our employees' awareness of internal control risks we launched the "Internal
Control Insights" Column Control Insights" column on the "LianJieJA" official WeChat account regularly sharing
Overseas Business In terms of overseas business compliance management JA Solar strictly adheres to knowledge on internal control and risk management. The column actively promotes the
Compliance Management international trade-related laws and regulations and has established an Export Control CASE Company's internal control risk management level and elevates employees' awareness
Compliance Policy. The policy aims to ensure that our products are exported legally and of internal control risk management. It also contributes to reinforcing the concept of
compliantly effectively reducing potential risks arising from overseas trade restrictions. As of institutionalized management procedure-based systems and information-based processes in
the end of 2024 JA Solar has not experienced any economic sanctions globally. internal control risk management embedding internal control risk management into the entire
business management process and transforming it into employees' conscious actions.Compliance Culture Regarding compliance culture development JA Solar has established a comprehensive
Development compliance training and culture-building system requiring all employees to sign a
compliance commitment letter. On one hand the Company has set up a legal compliance
column to cultivate a compliance culture raise employees' awareness of compliance and
clarify their obligations to adhere to laws regulations and company rules. On the other hand
based on the characteristics of different positions the Company has developed targeted
training themes to ensure that training effectiveness matches job requirements. In 2024 the
Company conducted 13 training sessions for executives part-time compliance coordinators
all employees and personnel in specific positions covering topics such as compliance
management policies and guidelines export controls anti-trust labor employment and
other specialized compliance training.125 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 126
Adherence to JA Solar strictly adheres to business ethics standards comprehensively builds a clean JA Solar Attended the 2024 In October 2024 JA Solar along with approximately 400 representatives from the government
Business Ethics management system promotes a culture of integrity conducts business operations with a National Enterprise Integrity associations and enterprises attended the "2024 National Enterprise Integrity Construction responsible attitude opposes any form of corruption anti-competitive practices and other Conference" discussing topics such as "Innovating Credit Supervision to Create a First-Class
4.2.4 improper business behaviors to create a fair transparent and win-win business ecosystem. Construction Conference Business Environment" and "Strengthening Corporate Integrity Management to Improve
CASE the Long-term Mechanism for Integrity Construction". The participants reached a consensus
that integrity building serves as the foundation for the stable development of enterprises
and agreed to promote the healthy development of the photovoltaic industry through strict
Anti-corruption and Integrity internal controls and fair competition and cooperation.JA Solar follows internationally recognized guidelines such as the The Audit Committee's Audit Supervision Center is responsible for
United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights the continuously improving the internal supervision system ensuring
International Labour Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental smooth anti-fraud channels adhering to the principle of "fraud must
Principles and Rights at Work the RBA Code of Conduct and the be investigated and investigations must be thorough" in investigating
Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and potential fraud cases and personnel and refining the anti-fraud
strictly complies with the Anti-Money Laundering Law of the People's and integrity system. The Company actively conducts anti-fraud
Republic of China and other relevant laws and regulations in its supervision and risk assessments by combining internal and external
overseas operations to ensure compliance with regulations regarding whistleblower reports forming a compliance obligation list for anti-
anti-bribery anti-fraud anti-extortion and anti-money laundering. business bribery and a risk assessment list and developing targeted
response strategies for identified risks to effectively reduce risks. In
JA Solar has always upheld the values of "sincerity simplicity addition the Company continuously improves its governance system Working Together for Integrity In March 2024 JA Solar in collaboration with industry partners successfully held the inaugural
respect and gratitude" advocates a culture of integrity and publishes audit supervision results and rectification status within and Win-Win Outcomes - conference and first offline forum of the photovoltaic industry's first anti-fraud platform - the honesty maintains a "zero tolerance" attitude towards fraudulent an appropriate scope and creates a virtuous cycle of promoting
behavior and continuously strengthens anti-corruption and integrity The Inaugural Conference
"Integrity Circle" at its headquarters in Beijing. The meeting shared anti-fraud experiences
management through investigation and rectification. We also discussed the establishment of an industry dishonesty database promoted data sharing and
construction. The Company has established a series of systems conduct audits of anti-corruption and anti-bribery-related systems and First Offline Forum of cooperation and jointly created a clean and transparent business environment to support the
including the Anti-Fraud Reporting and Handling Procedures and processes strictly cracking down on various illegal and irregular the "Integrity Circle" Was healthy development of the industry.Whistleblower Protection and Integrity-based Reporting Management activities and providing a solid guarantee for building a clean and Successfully Held
System and Overseas Reporting Handling Procedures and regularly efficient operational environment. JA Solar actively evaluates and
updated and reviewed them to meet actual management needs. CASEinvestigates all reported cases it receives. If any illegal activities are
The Company has formulated the JA Solar Code of Conduct which suspected the case will be transferred to judicial authorities for
sets forth behavioral norms and requirements in various areas such handling. In 2024 a case involving an employee's bribery has been
as business ethics conflict of interest prohibition of corruption and concluded and the individuals involved have been legally sentenced.bribery and reporting violations. During the reporting period JA
Solar also developed relevant policies conducted business ethics
training and performed corruption risk assessments at operational
points as part of its management objectives. Reporting Channels
In 2024 the Company conducted corruption risk assessments The Company has established a comprehensive reporting mechanism By offering safe convenient and transparent reporting channels JA
cover 100% of its operational sites and organized the signing and streamlined reporting channels ensuring the protection of Solar encourages employees customers suppliers investors and
In 2024 JA Solar was awarded the "Integrity and Vitality of the Integrity and Self-Discipline Commitment Letter whistleblowers' rights interests and privacy. JA Solar has formulated other internal and external stakeholders to promptly report unethical
Award" by the Corporate Anti-Fraud Alliance and the reminding employees to strictly adhere to ethical standards the Whistleblower Protection and Integrity-based Reporting business practices and corruption issues such as bribery corruption
Corporate Internal Control Association. with 30995 employees signing the Letter. Management System to strengthen integrity supervision and extortion fraud and money laundering enhancing the Company's
reporting management and standardize the management of all types ability to detect violations and promoting the improvement of
of complaints and reports. In 2024 the Company added the Overseas compliance risk management.JA Solar is committed to enabling a clean and transparent business ecosystem with partners and suppliers. The Company places great Reporting Handling Procedures to further improve the reporting
importance on the business ethics performance of its partners. Issuing an Open Letter to JA Solar's Partners requires partners to strictly adhere management system and ensure the effective handling of reporting JA Solar strictly keeps the information of whistleblowers confidential
to business ethics standards and resolutely eliminate corruption and fraudulent behavior. In addition JA Solar has signed the Agreement on information globally. and prohibits any form of extortion threats or retaliation. Once a
Integrity-based and Clean Cooperation with Suppliers and established a detailed JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct that explicitly regulates report is made the Company's Internal Audit Department will quickly
business ethics behaviors such as prohibiting bribery and anti-corruption. If a supplier is found to violate the Company's business ethics code The Company provides various reporting channels such as official screen and conduct in-depth investigations and cases involving
the Company will immediately terminate its business cooperation with them and blacklist them to ensure the integrity and sustainability of WeChat accounts complaint hotlines and email for internal and illegal activities will be referred to the Legal Department for handling.business cooperation. external stakeholders and has established a global multilingual and We put in place domestic and international complaint reporting
fully anonymous third-party reporting platform called Speak Up. channels:
In 2024 the coverage rate of the Agreement on Integrity-based and Clean Cooperation signed
by JA Solar's suppliers reached 100%. 100% Domestic reporting channels 1. Scan the QR code to report directly
2. Official website: Click "Speak Up" in the upper right corner
3. Tel.: 010-63611911
In addition JA Solar regularly conducts due diligence on third-party environment with partners. During the reporting period JA Solar
partners through public and legal channels supervises and manages initiated the anti-fraud communication platform for the new energy 4. DingTalk: "JA Solar" Organization - Workbench - Integrity Reporting
the integrity performance of distributors and regularly provides photovoltaic industry - Integrity Circle - to strengthen communication 5. QQ: 3476840246
integrity education and training for suppliers and distributors to and mutual support among peer companies facilitate resource 6. WeChat: LianJieJA
strengthen the integrity awareness of partners. integration and promote data sharing. This platform aims to 7. Email: antifraud@jasolar.com
contribute to the creation of a clean and integrity-based business
To promote the construction of a clean business environment in environment and jointly build a new honest image for the new energy 8. Mail: JA Solar Audit Committee No. 8 Building Nuode Center
the industry JA Solar has joined initiatives such as the Enterprise photovoltaic industry. Fengtai District Beijing
Anti-Fraud Alliance and the Trust and Integrity Enterprise Alliance
leveraging the platform to build a clean and compliant business Overseas Reporting Channel Speak Up platform127 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 128
Integrity Culture JA Solar values the construction of an integrity culture conducts integrity education Intellectual Property Intellectual property plays a core role in stimulating technological innovation.establishes a work environment of integrity honesty and compliance with laws and JA Solar strictly adheres to the Patent Law of the People's Republic of China
promotes the deepening of integrity culture through innovative special projects activities Protection the Implementation Rules of the Patent Law of the People's Republic of
and diverse advocacy. During the reporting period the Company conducted activities such 4.3
as integrity surveys integrity story competitions International Anti-corruption Day-themed China and other relevant laws and regulations and has developed and
events and Integrity Promotion Month effectively conveying the integrity culture. implemented a series of internal regulations such as the Intellectual Property
Management Measures and the Trade Secret Management Measures which
In addition the Company actively conducts offline integrity promotion activities to guide clarify patent protection measures and penalties for violations providing
employees in maintaining integrity in their work and strengthen their awareness of integrity
in professional conduct. institutional guarantees for intellectual property management.Rich Integrity Culture The Company produced an original integrity microfilm Choice which has garnered over In terms of intellectual property risk management JA Solar has established an intellectual
Building Activities 17000 views. It serves as a reminder for employees to strictly adhere to ethical standards property management system that covers the entire lifecycle of product research and
fosters a strong atmosphere of integrity and enriches the Company's integrity culture. development production and sales ensuring the systematic and comprehensive
management of patents. During the reporting period the Company continuously optimized
The Company released an integrity survey questionnaire through the "Yidian Zhishi" its intellectual property management mechanism further improving a multidimensional
platform to understand the status quo of integrity within the Company with a total of management system and rights protection mechanism covering patents trademarks trade
3306 participants. A total of 5167 people participated in the voting for the integrity story secrets software copyrights etc. to effectively maintain the Company's technological
selection activity collecting 13 integrity stories. advantages.During the International Anti-corruption Day "Integrity Guessing Game" activity 6230 To mitigate product infringement risks the Company has continuously strengthened the
people answered questions further promoting integrity culture and spreading knowledge efforts of Freedom to Operate (FTO) investigations by integrating its internal intellectual
about integrity. property team with external legal teams to conduct in-depth investigations into core
cell technologies such as TOPCon IBC HJT and key busbar technologies ensuring the
The Company regularly publishes articles through the "LianJieJA" official WeChat account compliance and market competitiveness of its proprietary technologies.and DingTalk service account continuously enhancing employees' awareness of anti-
corruption and integrity. In 2024 JA Solar continued to improve trademark management by launching a trademark
management system achieving full-process digital management from trademark
Key Performance In 2024 JA Solar conducted 10 training sessions related to application and maintenance to operation significantly enhancing the efficiency and
business ethics and anti-corruption with a total of 81817 accuracy of trademark management. Meanwhile the Company signed an authorization
participants covering 100% of employees. 100% contract with its European affiliate and completed the filing further standardizing the
including full-time employees (including those on probation) Company's internal trademark authorization and laying the foundation for trademark
part-time employees and interns maintenance and protection in the European market. In addition the Company adjusted its
trademark management model consolidating all trademarks under the ownership of JingAo
Antitrust JA Solar strictly adheres to the Anti-monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China Anti- Solar Co. Ltd. optimizing the trademark management system and improving the efficiency
and Unfair Competition unfair Competition Law of the People's Republic of China Foreign Trade Law of the People's of trademark applications maintenance and operations. In 2024 the Company was granted
Republic of China and the local laws and regulations of the areas where it operates actively a total of 28 new registered trademarks bringing the total number of registered trademarks
fulfilling its legal obligations regarding antitrust and anti-unfair competition. The Company to 356 both domestically and internationally.is committed to maintaining a fair competitive market environment resolutely resisting any
actions that restrict or eliminate market competition through improper means and ensuring As of the end of 2024 JA Solar held a total of 1899 valid authorized patents with 866 new
the healthy and orderly development of the market. authorized patents added in 2024. In the future JA Solar will continue to strengthen its
intellectual property management deepen its global patent layout and inject vitality into
The Company requires all personnel to comply with the laws and regulations related to
competition and antitrust laws in all jurisdictions involved in the Company's business and the promotion of innovation and development in the industry.publicly disclose the JA Solar Antitrust and Competition Law Global Compliance Policy as
well as issue the JA Solar Antitrust and Competition Law Compliance Guideline providing
comprehensive behavioral guidance for the Company and its employees to uphold fair Key Performance In 2024 the Company was granted 28 new registered trademarks
competition clarifying the consequences of violations. bringing the total number of both domestic and international registered 28
During the reporting period the Company actively carried out capacity-building initiatives trademarks to 356.promoting and providing training on antitrust and anti-unfair competition topics through
activities such as executive compliance training organized by the ESG and Compliance By the end of 2024 JA Solar held 1899 valid patents
Management Committee compliance management system training and compliance with 866 newly authorized patents in 2024. 866
obligation identification and risk assessment training.129 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 FURTHER | Governance Chapter FURTHER | Governance Chapter JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 130
Safeguarding JA Solar places a high priority on information security and privacy protection. The In response to public emergencies related to cybersecurity and information security JA
Information Security Company strictly adheres to national laws and regulations such as the Data Security Solar has developed emergency response management systems such as the Management Law of the People's Republic of China and the Personal Information Protection System for Emergency Response of Security Incidents to ensure the stability and security
4.4 Law of the People's Republic of China and has established a series of regulations of critical computer information systems during emergencies. During the reporting period
for information security and privacy protection including the Information Security the Company updated the Business Continuity Emergency Response Management System
Management Procedures System and Cybersecurity Management Regulations adding content on the classification of emergency incidents vulnerability analysis and
escalation process for employees to report incidents related to information security
and Trade Secret Management Measures. The Board of Directors and executive for business systems and emergency plans and improved the response processes and
management of JA Solar actively participate in the formulation and review of management requirements of the emergency plans to provide effective assurance for
information security and cybersecurity policies and have developed comprehensive business continuity. In 2024 JA Solar organized four emergency response tests to ensure the
related policies and management structures conducted independent external effectiveness and responsiveness of the emergency mechanism.audit and obtained relevant certifications of our information security management
systems and set management goals to prevent information security violations. In In terms of privacy protection the Company strictly implements data access control
2024 the Company updated the System and Cybersecurity Management Regulations measures conducts security testing and defense mechanisms for personal terminal data
revised content related to visitor network access management and system security and performs real-time monitoring and encryption of critical data traffic under specific
conditions detecting key data and file formats to ensure the security of data transmission. In
requirements and clarified visitor network access permissions and approval processes 2024 JA Solar did not experience any confirmed customer privacy complaints or incidents of
password policies and permission management further enhancing system security. customer privacy breaches.Meanwhile to more efficiently address potential information security issues the Regarding data security management in the supply chain JA Solar has signed a Mutual
Company has established a dedicated cybersecurity governance mechanism to lead Confidentiality Agreement with suppliers to protect the privacy and information ownership
the office in charge of information security activities and clarified the reporting and of both parties. Meanwhile the Company provides information security knowledge training
emergency handling processes for information security incidents. for suppliers involved in project implementation covering topics such as data center safety
operations fire safety and network security access control. For service suppliers stationed
Organization Structure for Information Security Emergency Response of JA Solar long-term the Company also requires them to sign a Cybersecurity Commitment Letter to
ensure that data security responsibilities are effectively implemented.Decision-Making
Level Cybersecurity Leadership Group In 2024 JA Solar did not experience any information security violations. 0
Management
Level Cybersecurity Operations Office Expert Advisory Group
Emergency Infrastructure Social Emergency Resources
Emergency
Implementation Emergency Response Task Force
Level
JA Solar actively conducts information security training and drills to enhance employees'
Technical Business General Affairs
Response Team Response Team Team awareness of information security and privacy protection. In 2024 the Company organized
four simulated phishing email drills covering scenarios such as "Important Meeting
Notification" "Remote Login Notification" and "Account Password Reset Notification"
to improve employees' ability to identify and prevent cyber attacks. During the reporting
Key Performance In 2024 JA Solar obtained ISO 27001 Information Security period the Company's knowledge platform uploaded a training course on "Identification and ISO 27001 Prevention of Cybersecurity Risks" providing information security training on awareness Management System and ISO 27701 Privacy Information risk identification and investigation attack and defense techniques and security equipment
Management System certifications. ISO 27701 operation to all employees totaling 14 sessions and covering 24674 participants.JA Solar conducted a total of 14 information security training sessions. 14131 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 132
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Primary Indicators Secondary Indicators Unit 2022 2023 2024 Primary Indicators Secondary Indicators Unit 2022 2023 2024
Economic Performance Energy Management
Operating Income RMB 108 729.89 815.56 701.21 Energy Intensity Comprehensive Energy Consumption Intensity 1 tce/MW 13.52 14.00 13.33
Shipment Of Cells And Modules GW 39.75 57.09 79.45 Scale of Scale of Self-owned PV Station MW 963 2165 3700
Self-owned
Environmental Management System PV Station - Centralized MW 788 788 710
Non-compliance Amount of Fines RMB 104 0 0 0 - Distributed MW 175 1377 2990
with
Environmental Number of Incidents case 0 0 0 Scale of Self-generated and Self-used Distributed PV Plant MW 50 138 298
Laws and
Regulations Number of Cases Brought through Dispute Resolution case 0 0 0 Water Resources Use and Management
Mechanisms
Water Total Water Withdrawal m3 23838835.03 30924897.90 41276283.98
Employee Number of Sessions session 345 434 438 Withdrawal
Environmental Water Withdrawal by Source
Training Number of Employees Participating attendance 13420 45402 35595
* Municipal Water m3 18369057.10 28885382.90 40329323.98
Environmental Environmental Protection Investment RMB 104 - - 8761
Protection * Rainwater Collected and Stored Directly by Enterprises m3 18000.00 36027.00 84200.00
Investment
* Wastewater from Other Enterprises or Organizations m3 - - -
Energy Management
* Ground Water m3 5451777.93 2003488.00 573602.00
Energy Comprehensive Energy Consumption 1 tce 537311.85 799359.32 1059002.77
Consumption * Surface Water m
3---
- Electricity Consumption MWh 4293020.17 6472368.61 8553357.57
* Others m3 - 7395522.00 289158.00
- Natural Gas Consumption 104 m3 40.64 107.85 334.75
Water Intensity Water Intensity m3/MW 599.72 541.65 519.54
- Coal Consumption tonne 0 0 0
Water Discharge Total Wastewater Discharge m3 20538665.96 23618520.50 32409734.94
- Diesel Consumption (burning of stationary source) tonne 8.14 15.64 6.23
By Discharge Destination
- Diesel Consumption (burning of mobile source) tonne 265.13 338.56 187.78
* Discharged to Sewage Pipes m3 16067278.96 23618520.50 32409734.94
- Gasoline Consumption tonne 101.45 231.29 158.70
* Discharged to Surface Waters m3 - - -
- LPG Consumption tonne 137.30 6.09 34.54
* Discharged to Ground Waters m3 - - -
- Heating Consumption GJ 245498.00 46981.63 90135.92
* Others m3 4471387.00 - -
- LNG Consumption tonne - 0.54 -
Water Consumption Total Water Consumption 2 m3 3300169.07 7306377.41 8866549.04
Total Energy Consumption (Non-renewable Energy) tce 396108.76 579009.62 697786.40
Water Resources Water from Alternative Sources m3 - - 1944656.00
Total Energy Consumption (Renewable Energy) tce 141203.09 220349.70 361216.37 Recycling and Use
- Purchased Recycled Water m3 - - 1544298.00
Electricity Consumption MWh 4293020.17 6472368.61 8553357.57
- Harvested Rainwater m3 - - 84200.00
- Market-based Purchase of Green Electricity MWh 1115023.11 1725983.91 2747168.56
- Condensate Water m3 - - 316158.00
- Other Purchased Electricity MWh 3144093.46 4679449.96 5614249.56
Recycled Water 3 m3 6627645.63 162141605.34 12267217.00
- In-plant Distributed Green Electricity Consumption MWh 33903.61 66934.74 191939.45 - Reclaimed Water m3 - - 12169545.00
Clean Energy Consumption MWh - - 2975333.85 - Process Cooling Water (PCW) m3 - - 97672.00
- Solar Energy Consumption MWh - - 191939.45 Percentage of Water from Alternative Sources 4 % - - 27%
- Percentage of Solar Energy Consumption % - - 6.45% Percentage of Recycled Water 5 % - 84% 23%
- Natural Gas Consumption MWh - - 36225.84 Ultrapure Water Ultrapure Water Consumption m3 - - 24574321.66
- Percentage of Natural Gas Consumption % - - 1.22%
1 During the reporting period the comprehensive energy consumption intensity was recalculated based on the shipment volume of cells and modules and historical data
- Other Clean Energy Consumption MWh - - 2747168.56 was revised accordingly.
2 According to GRI 303-5 water consumption = water withdrawal - water discharge
- Percentage of Other Clean Energy Consumption % - - 92.33% 3 The statistical scope and measurement method for water resource recycling volume have been adjusted this year to include reclaimed water reuse and process cooling water (PCW).
1 The calculation of comprehensive energy consumption is based on the General Rules for Calculation of the Comprehensive Energy Consumption (GB/T 2589-2020) 4 Percentage of water from alternative sources = (amount of water from alternative sources + recycled amount of water resources) / (water withdrawal + recycled amount of
covering both direct energy sources such as natural gas diesel gasoline liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas and indirect energy sources such as electricity water resources × 100%
and thermal energy. 5 Recycling rate of water resources = Recycled amount of water resources/(water withdrawal+recycled amount of water resources)×100%133 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 134
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Emissions and Waste Management Emissions and Waste Management
Other Significant Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Emissions kg 5503.77 4870.93 51630.06 Non-hazardous Non-hazardous Waste Directed to Disposal tonne - - 372164.48
Gas Emissions Waste
Sulfur Oxide (SOx) Emissions kg 111.98 171.50 6.27 By Disposal Method
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Emissions kg 91617.74 107821.00 144858.46 * Landfilling tonne - - 4877.98
Fluoride kg 21759.99 28504.85 73089.58 * Incineration (with energy recovery) tonne - - 18658.90
Chlorine kg - - 9130.39 * Incineration (without energy recovery) tonne - - 17135.00
Ammonia kg 23469.84 95122.06 33582.48 * Recycling tonne 54296.60 171469.26 330609.96
Hydrogen Acid kg - - 69356.59 * Other disposal operations tonne - - 658.92
Hydrogen Sulfide kg - - 456.65 * Unknown method tonne - - 223.72
Oil Smoke kg - - 179.25 Combating Climate Change
Particulate Matter (PM) kg 89684.79 97062.91 97740.72 GHG Emissions Total GHG Emissions (Scope 1+Scope 2) tCO2e 1879379 2871963 3327959
Benzene Series Compounds kg - - 1398.44 Scope 1: Direct GHG emissions tCO2e 45268 109178 107171
Water Pollutant Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) tonne - - 1972.37 Scope 2: Indirect GHG Emissions from imported energy tCO2e 1834111 2762785 3220788
Emissions
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) tonne - - 382.10 GHG emission intensity in operational scope 1 tCO2e/MW 47.28 50.30 41.89
Ammonia Nitrogen tonne - - 173.53 Scope 3: Other Indirect GHG Emissions tCO2e 15702382 24351855 32233663
Total Nitrogen tonne - - 383.07 Purchased Goods and Services (Category 1) tCO2e - 19142262 27778243
Total Phosphorus tonne - - 10.14 Capital Goods (Category 2) tCO2e - 3159340 2775785
Fluoride tonne - - 81.68 Fuel- and Energy-Related Activities (Category 3) tCO2e - 489806 414770
Suspended Solids (SS) tonne - - 958.45 Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Category 4) tCO2e - 717898 959120
Anionic Surfactants tonne - - 0.52 Waste Generated in Operations (Category 5) tCO2e - 73677 12336
Petroleum Products tonne - - 13.74 Business Travel (Category 6) tCO2e - 8269 10506
Waste Generation Amount of Hazardous Waste Generated tonne 2132.52 2194.84 17708.96 Employee Commuting (Category 7) tCO2e - 38436 42206
and Recycling
Hazardous Waste Intensity tonne/MW 0.05 0.04 0.22 Upstream Leased Assets (Category 8) tCO2e - 30609 28875
Amount of Non-hazardous Waste Generated tonne 113125.64 236509.31 372094.32 Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Category 9) tCO2e - 6474 61482
Non-hazardous Waste Intensity tonne/MW 0.15 0.29 0.53 Processing of Sold Products (Category 10) tCO2e - 247934 59381
Amount of Waste Recycled tonne 54390.50 171700.77 338831.41 Use of Sold Products (Category 11) tCO2e - 0 N/A
- Amount of Hazardous Waste Recycled tonne 93.90 231.51 8221.45 End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Category 12) tCO2e - 47813 61035
- Amount of Non-hazardous Waste Recycled tonne 54296.60 171469.26 330609.96 Downstream Leased Assets (Category 13) tCO2e - 2 254
Hazardous Hazardous Waste Directed to Disposal tonne - - 17669.14 Franchises (Category 14) tCO2e - 0 N/A
Waste
By Disposal Method Investments (Category 15) tCO2e - 389335 29670
* Landfilling tonne - - -
* Incineration (with energy recovery) tonne - - 122.96
* Incineration (without energy recovery) tonne - - 9241.39
* Recycling tonne 93.90 231.51 8221.45
* Other disposal operations tonne - - 62.30
* Unknown method tonne - - 21.04
1 During the reporting period the GHG emissions intensity was recalculated based on the shipment volume of cells and modules and historical data was revised accordingly.135 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 136
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Employment Employment
Employment Number of Employees 1 person 32591 50258 37289 Recruitment Number of Employees Filling Vacant Positions through person - - 733
Internal Recruitment
By Employment Type
Percentage of Employees Filling Vacant Positions % - - 5%
Full-time Employees person 29900 46147 35935 through Internal Recruitment
Outsourced/Dispatched Labor person 2633 4097 1350 - Number of Male Employees Filling Vacant person - - 587
Part-time Employees person 58 14 4 Positions through Internal Recruitment
By Gender - Number of Female Employees Filling Vacant person - - 146
Positions through Internal Recruitment
Male Employees person 21285 33320 26692
- Number of Employees Aged under 30 Filling person - - 274
Female Employees person 8615 12827 10597 Vacant Positions through Internal Recruitment
By Age
- Number of Employees Aged 30-50 Filling Vacant person - - 459
Under 30 person 10013 19634 13716 Positions through Internal Recruitment
30-50 person 19690 26311 23282 Number of New Employees person 18796 - 14907
Over 50 person 197 202 291 - Under 30 person 9754 - 9240
By Rank - 30-50 person 9001 - 5661
Senior Management Employees person - - 61 - Over 50 person 41 - 6
Middle Management Employees person - - 905 - Male Employees person 13851 - 11303
Junior Management Employees person - - 1325 - Female Employees person 4945 - 3604
Front-line Employees person - - 34998 Senior Management Employees person - - 6
By Nationality Middle Management Employees person - - 81
Chinese Employees person - 42706 34911 Junior Management Employees person - - 163
Overseas Employees person - 3441 2378 Front-line Employees person - - 14657
By Country: * China person - - 34911 Employee Social Insurance Coverage Rate % 100% 100% 100%
Rights and
By Country: * Vietnam person - - 1978 Interests Labor Contract Signing Rate % 100% 100% 100%
By Country: * United States person - - 273
By Country: * Spain person - - 18
By Country: * Japan person - - 17
By Country: * Others person - - 92
Percentage of Chinese Management Employees % - - 99.53%
Percentage of Overseas Management Employees % - - 0.47%
By Location
Domestic Employees person 27003 42706 34757
Overseas Employees person 2897 3441 2532
By Production Entity
Number of Production Entity Employees person - - 34313
Number of Domestic Production Entity Employees person - - 32044
Number of Overseas Production Entity Employees person - - 2269
Number of Non-production Entity Employees person - - 2976
Number of Domestic Non-production Entity Employees person - - 2825 1 The total number of employees includes the sum of all active employees who have signed formal labor contracts with the company those employed under labor dispatch
agreements and those working in non-full-time employment arrangements. For the following categorized indicators the statistical scope covers full-time contract
Number of Overseas Non-production Entity Employees person - - 151 employees in 2022 and 2023 while in 2024 it covers the total number of employees.137 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 138
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Employee Training Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Employee Employee Training Coverage Rate % - 99% 100% Local Hiring Percentage of Local Executives % - - 97.65%
Training
Number of Employee Training Sessions / - - 11885 Female Female Employees in Senior Management person - - 5
Representation
Average Training Hours per Employee hour 55.68 56.28 33.00 in Management Female Employees in Middle Management person - - 199
- Male Employees hour - 55.70 33.00 Female Employees in Junior Management person - - 238
- Female Employees hour - 57.80 34.00 Other Diversity Minority Employees person 944 4080 1857
Indicators for
- Senior Management Employees hour 42.58 116.00 7.00 Employees Disabled Employees person 27 32 42
- Middle Management Employees hour 104.69 111.00 43.00 Average Employment Years of Male Employees year - - 6
- Junior Management Employees hour - - 65.00 Average Employment Years of Female Employees year - - 6
- Front-line Employees hour 28.87 43.00 31.00 Percentage Percentage of Female Employees in Revenue-generating person - - 208
of Female Departments 1
Number of Employee Training attendance 19270 1242563 906699 Employees by
Function Percentage of Female Management in Revenue-generating person - -
- Male Employees 45 attendance - 874227 637924 Departments 2
- Female Employees attendance - 368336 268775 Percentage of Female Employees in STEM Positions person - - 781
- Senior Management Employees attendance 1858 1921 595 Percentage of Female Managers in STEM Positions person - - 95
- Middle Management Employees attendance 6452 17602 19813 Pay Equity Ratio of Average Hourly Wage of Female Employees to that % - - 89%
- Junior Management Employees attendance 10960 1223040 886291 of Male Employees
3
Professional Percentage of Employees Receiving Diversity Training % - - 100% Employee Career and Health
Training
Percentage of Employees Receiving Social Responsibility % - - 100% Occupational Percentage of Employees Covered by Occupational 4 % 100% 100% 100%
Training Health Healthand Safety Management System
Internal Professional Training session 17117 31732 8913 Number of Health and Safety Training Sessions session 8711 8320 469
attendance - 610776 680024 Employees Participating in Occupational Health and Safety attendance 362732 179187 38779
Training
hour - 169667 160120
Occupational Number of Work-related Fatalities person 1 1 0
Funded External Professional Training session - 5270 1426 Injuries
Number of Contractor Fatalities person - 1 0
attendance 1901 11730 1088
Fatality Rate (FTLR) / 0 0 0
hour 17684.00 223442.00 175370.94
Number of Occupational Disease Cases case
4 - - 0 RMB 10 238.88 592.00 321.98
Number of Employee Fatalities Due to Occupational Diseases case - - 0
Career Percentage of Employees Accepting Regular Performance % - 100% 100%
Development and Career Development Reviews Lost-Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) 5 / 0.47 0.29 0.30
Number of Employees Suffering from Occupational Diseases person 0 0 0
Occupational Investment Amount RMB - - 7374360
Health and Safety
Liability Insurance Coverage Rate % - - 100%
1 Revenue-generating departments refer to departments associated with revenue-generating functions (such as sales) as opposed to supporting functions (such as Human
Resources IT etc.).
2 STEM positions refer to those related to Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics.
3 The data was collected as of October 2024.
4 It covers only the main material production sites.
5 It covers only the main material production sites.139 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 140
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Supply Chain Management Corporate Governance
Number of Number of Suppliers supplier - - 975 Board Members Number of Board Members person 9 9 9
Suppliers
- Number of Suppliers in Chinese Mainland supplier - - 935 Number of Executive Directors person - 3 3
- Number of Suppliers from Hong Kong Macau Taiwan and Overseas supplier - - 40 Number of Independent Directors person - 3 3
Number of First-level Suppliers supplier - - 975 Number of Other Non-executive Directors person - 3 3
Percentage of First-level Suppliers in Total Procurement % - - 100% Board Diversity Number of Female Board Members person 3 3 3
Number of Core Suppliers supplier - - 110 Percentage of Female Board Directors % 33% 33% 33%
Number of Non-core Suppliers supplier - - 865 Anti-corruption and Business Ethics
Negative Number of Suppliers that Have Undergone Social and supplier 190 220 104 Percentage of Operation Sites that have Accepted % 100% 100% 100%
Environmental Environmental Impact Assessment Corruption Risk Assessment
Impacts in the
Supply Chain and Number of Suppliers Identified with Actual and Potential supplier 0 0 0 Number of Confirmed Corruption Incidents case 0 0 1
Actions Taken Significant Negative Environmental Impacts Number of Anti-corruption Training Participants attendance 3177 98204 81817
Number of Suppliers ldentified with Actual and Potential supplier 0 0 0
Significant Negative Social Impacts Number of Anti-corruption Training Sessions session 4 5 10
Supplier Training Number of Supplier Training Sessions session - - 200+ Information Security and Privacy Protection
Local Percentage of Procurement Expenditure from Local % - - 29% Customer Privacy Number of Substantiated Complaints of Invasion of case 0 0 0
Procurement Suppliers (Same Province) Protection Customer Privacy and Loss of Customer Data
Percentage of Procurement Expenditure from Local % - - 91% Data Security Number of Employee Information Security Training Sessions session 24 37 14
Suppliers (Same Country) Training for
Employees Number of Employee Information Security Training Participants attendance 5623 49878 24674
R&D Innovation and Intellectual Property Right Protection
Information Number of Litigation Cases Related to Information Security case 0 0 0
R&D Innovation R&D Expenses RMB 108 46.08 44.46 37.11 Security Incidents
Number of R&D Employees person 2276 2426 2148
Number of Authorized Intellectual Property Rights item 1260 1263 1899
Number of Newly Authorized Intellectual Property Rights item 215 138 866
Clean Technology Total Revenue from Clean Technology Products and Services RMB 108 729.89 815.56 701.21
Percentage of Revenue from Clean Technology Products % 100% 100% 100%
and Services to Total Revenue
Product and Service Information and Logos
Number of Product Categories for Which Environmental and category - 26 18
Social Impacts are Assessed during the Reporting Period
Number of Total Product Categories in the Reporting Period category - 29 21
Percentage of Assessed Products out of All 1 % - 90% 86%
Customer Rights and Interests Protection
Customer Satisfaction Rate score 96.48 95.99 94.80
Number of Product Recall Incidents case - - 0
Community Investment
Public Welfare Donations in the "Three Major Projects for the Benefit of RMB 104 167.51 178.56 69.91
Donations the People"
Donation of Overseas Assistance RMB 104 20.56 70.36 37.22
1 Percentage of assessed products in all products (%) = product categories for which environmental and social impacts are assessed/total number of product categories ×100%141 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 REPORT CONTENT INDEX REPORT CONTENT INDEX JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 142
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Chapter Guideline Page Chapter Guideline Page
Disclosure Framework for Sustainability Information Article 11- Article 19 About This Report 3-4 11-26 Section 4: Employees
Environmental Disclosure — Article 49 89-102
Section 1: Climate Response Employees Article 50 89-102 131-140
Combating Climate Change Article 20-Article 28 31-34 37-43 61-68 73-74 Disclosure of Sustainability-Related Governance Information
131-140 161-166 Section 1: Sustainability-Related Governance Mechanisms
Section 2: Pollution Control and Ecosystem Protection Sustainability Governance Article 51 11-26
— Article 29 61-86 107-112 Due Diligence Article 52 18-26 31-34 51-58 71-72 89-90 121-122
Pollutant Emissions Article 30 77-80 131-140 Stakeholder Communication Article 53 17
Waste Disposal Article 31 77-80 131-140 Section 2: Business Practices
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Protection Article 32 81 112 Compliant Operations Article 54 121-128
Environmental Compliance Management Article 33 69-70 Anti-business Bribery and Anti-corruption Article 55 125-127
Section 3: Resource Utilization and Circular Economy Anti-unfair Competition Article 56 125-127
— Article 35 39-42 61-86 Supplementary Provisions and Interpretation
Energy Use Article 36 73-74 131-140 Indicator Index Article 57 141-146
Use of Water Resources Article 37 75-76 131-140 Report Assurance or Audit Article 58 158-160
Circular Economy 39-42 83-86 131-140
Social Disclosure
Section 1: Rural Development and Social Contributions
— Article 38 107-112
Rural Development Article 39 107 109-110 131-140
Social Contributions Article 40 108-112 131-140
Section 2: Innovation-Driven Development and Ethics of Science
and Technology
— Article 41 37-43 128
Innovation-Driven Development Article 42 37-39 43 128 131-140
Ethics of Science and Technology Article 43 N/A 1
Section 3: Suppliers and Customers
— Article 44 37-58 118
Supply Chain Risk Management Article 45 29-30 51-56 131-140
Equal Treatment of small and medium-sized enterprises ("SME") Article 46 2
Product and Service Safety and Quality Article 47 44-50 131-140
Data Security and Customer Privacy Protection Article 48 129-130 131-140
1 JA Solar has not yet engaged in scientific research technology development or other activities in sensitive fields such as life sciences and artificial intelligence. We will also
continuously pay attention to the management of technological ethics in its future operations.
2 As of the end of the reporting period the Company's accounts payable (including accounts payable notes) balance is detailed in the 2024 Annual Report of JA Solar
Technology Co. Ltd.143 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 REPORT CONTENT INDEX REPORT CONTENT INDEX JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 144
GRI CONTENT INDEX
Usage Instructions JA Solar reported the information referenced in this GRI Content Index in accordance with the GRI Standards for the Disclosure Pages
period from January 1 to December 31 2024.GRI 203: Indirect Economic Impacts
GRI 1 Used GRI 1: Foundation 2021
203-1 Infrastructure investments and services supported 71-72 81 107-112 131-140
Disclosure Pages 203-2 Significant indirect economic impacts 37-43 107-112
GRI 2: General Disclosures 2021 GRI 204: Procurement Practices
2-1 Organizational details About This Report 3-4 204-1 Percentage of spending on local suppliers 131-140
2-2 Entities included in the organization's sustainability reporting About This Report GRI 205: Anti-corruption
2-3 Reporting period frequency and contact point About This Report 205-1 Operations assessed for risks related to corruption 125-127 131-140
2-5 External assurance 158-160 205-2 Communication and training about anti-corruption policies and procedures 125-127 131-140
2-6 Activities value chain and other business relationships About JA Solar 17 51-58 205-3 Confirmed incidents of corruption and actions taken 125-127 131-140
2-7 Employees 131-140 GRI 206: Anti-competitive Behavior
2-8 Workers who are not employees 131-140 206-1 Legal actions for anti-competitive behavior anti-trust and monopoly practices 125-127 131-140
2-9 Governance structure and composition 11-28 61-68 115-117 131-140 GRI 207: Tax
2-10 Nomination and selection of the highest governance body 11-28 115-117 207-1 Approach to tax 119-120
2-12 Role of the highest governance body in overseeing the management of impacts 11-28 115-117 GRI 302: Energy
2-13 Delegation of responsibility for managing impacts 11-28 61-68 302-1 Energy consumption within the organization 73-74 131-140
2-14 Role of the highest governance body in sustainability reporting 11-28 302-2 Energy consumption outside of the organization 131-140
2-16 Communication of critical concerns 11-28 302-3 Energy intensity 131-140
2-17 Collective knowledge of the highest governance body 11-28 61-68 115-117 302-4 Reduction of energy consumption 73-74
2-18 Evaluation of the performance of the highest governance body 11-28 302-5 Reductions in energy requirements of products and services 39-42 83-86
2-19 Remuneration policies 11-28 115-117 GRI 303: Water and Effluents
2-20 Process to determine remuneration 11-28 115-117 303-1 Interactions with water as a shared resource 75-76 131-140
2-22 Statement on sustainable development strategy About This Report 11-28 303-2 Management of water discharge-related impacts 75-76 131-140
2-23 Policy commitments 11-28 51-58 89-96 303-3 Water withdrawal 75-76 131-140
2-27 Compliance with laws and regulations 121-127 303-4 Water discharge 75-76 131-140
2-28 Membership associations 5-10 103-106 303-5 Water consumption 75-76 131-140
2-29 Approach to stakeholder engagement 17 GRI 304 Biodiversity
2-30 Collective bargaining agreements 89-90 304-1 Operational sites owned leased managed in or adjacent to protected areas and 81 112
areas of high biodiversity value outside protected areas
GRI 3: Material Topics 2021
304-3 Habitats protected or restored 112
3-1 Process to determine material topics 18-26
3-2 List of material topics 18-26 GRI 305: Emissions
3-3 Management of material topics 18-26 305-1 Direct (Scope 1) GHG emissions
61-68131-140
305-2 Energy indirect (Scope 2) GHG emissions 61-68 131-140
GRI 201: Economic Performance
305-3 Other indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions 61-68 131-140
201-1 Direct economic value generated and distributed About JA Solar 131-140
305-4 GHG emission intensity 61-68 131-140
201-2 Financial implications and other risks and opportunities due to climate change 61-68
305-5 Reduction of GHG emissions 61-68 131-140
305-7 Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sulfur oxides (SOx) and other significant air emissions 131-140145 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 REPORT CONTENT INDEX REPORT CONTENT INDEX JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 146
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GRI 306: Waste GRI 407: Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
306-1 Waste generation and significant waste-related impacts 77-80 407-1 Operations and suppliers in which the right to freedom of association and 29-30 89-90
collective bargaining may be at risk
306-2 Management of significant waste-related impacts 77-80 131-140
GRI 408: Child Labor
306-3 Waste generated 77-80 131-140
408-1 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of child labor 51-52 89-90
306-4 Waste diverted from disposal 77-80 131-140
GRI 409: Forced or Compulsory Labor
306-5 Waste directed to disposal 77-80 131-140
409-1 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of forced or compulsory labor 51-52 89-90
GRI 308: Supplier Environmental Assessment
GRI 411: Rights of Indigenous Peoples
308-1 New suppliers that were screened using environmental criteria 29-30 51-58 131-140
411-1 Rights of Indigenous Peoples 29-30
308-2 Negative environmental impacts in the supply chain and actions taken 29-30 51-58 131-140
GRI 413: Local Communities
GRI 401: Employment
413-1 Operations with local community engagement impact assessments 107-112
401-1 New employee hires and employee turnover 91-95 131-140 and development programs
401-2 Benefits provided to full-time employees that are not provided to temporary 96-97 GRI 414: Supplier Social Assessment
or part-time employees
414-1 New suppliers that were screened using social criteria 29-30 51-58
401-3 Parental leave 96-97
414-2 Negative social impacts in the supply chain and actions taken 29-30 51-58
GRI 403: Occupational Health and Safety
GRI 416: Customer Health and Safety
403-1 Occupational health and safety management system 97-102
416-1 Assessment of the health and safety impacts of product and service categories 44-50
403-2 Hazard identification risk assessment and incident investigation 97-102 131-140
416-2 Incidents of non-compliance concerning the health and safety impacts of products 44-50
403-3 Occupational health services 97-102 and services
403-4 Worker participation consultation and communication on occupational health 97-102 GRI 417: Marketing and Labeling
and safety
417-1 Requirements for product and service information and labeling 48-50
403-5 Worker training on occupational health and safety 97-102 131-140
417-2 Incidents of non-compliance concerning product and service information and labeling 48-50
403-6 Promotion of worker health 96-102
417-3 Incidents of non-compliance concerning marketing communications 48-50
403-7 Prevention and mitigation of occupational health and safety impacts directly linked 97-102
by business relationships GRI 418: Customer Privacy
403-8 Workers covered by an occupational health and safety management system 97-102 418-1 Substantiated complaints concerning breaches of customer privacy and 129-130 131-140
losses of customer data
403-9 Work-related injuries 97-102 131-140
403-10 Work-related ill health 97-102
GRI 404: Training and Education
404-1 Average hours of training per year per employee 91-95 131-140
404-2 Programs for upgrading employee skills and transition assistance programs 91-95 131-140
404-3 Percentage of employees receiving regular performance and career development reviews 131-140
GRI 405: Diversity and Equal Opportunity
405-1 Diversity of governance bodies and employees 89-90 131-140
405-2 Ratio of basic salary and remuneration of women to men 131-140
GRI 406: Non-discrimination
406-1 Incidents of discrimination and corrective actions taken 89-90147 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 148
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No. Issue Issue Description Scope of Impact Impact Period Main Positive and Negative Impacts Risks and Opportunities and Their Potential Financial Impacts
1 Combating The Company establishes a governance framework to Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: The Company has effectively reduced direct Physical risks: Extreme weather may cause damage to the
Climate Change address climate change clarifying the climate governance long-term and indirect GHG emissions by implementing comprehensive Company's infrastructure and equipment leading to a series
responsibilities of the board and executives. Identify and Upstream value GHG emission management measures (such as adopting green of direct or indirect financial losses in the current and future
manage the risks and opportunities related to climate chain supply chain management and low-carbon technologies periods such as asset damage increased maintenance costs
change in the Company's production and operational in operations and logistics). The Company's clean energy and insurance expenses.activities actively set GHG reduction targets manage GHG Downstream technologies have had a verifiable positive impact on global
emissions and respond to global climate change. value chain energy transition and industrial decarbonization. Transition risks: Higher demands for climate information
disclosure from both domestic and international
Community Negative Impacts: Using high-energy consumption and high- stakeholders. The increasingly ambitious national emission
carbon emission processes during operations may lead to reduction targets and net-zero actions will require companies
increased GHG emissions exacerbating environmental issues to accelerate their climate transition and increase policy costs
such as the greenhouse effect to some extent. for businesses.Opportunities: Implementing preventive measures to address
physical risks such as extreme weather will help enhance
the resilience of companies against risks and ensure the
continuity of production and operations. Developing green
products and solutions will continuously reduce current and
future operating costs and create more market opportunities.
2 Energy Reduce energy consumption and minimize Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: The Company has a high level of energy Risks: Production equipment that heavily relies on
Management environmental impact through optimizing energy long-term management establishing a systematic approach to energy traditional energy sources may lead to rising energy costs if
management improving efficiency and promoting the management. By improving energy efficiency and advocating not updated promptly. The energy-efficiency renovation of
use of renewable energy. Energy types include but are for the use of renewable energy it gradually reduces reliance infrastructure and the upgrade of resource management may
not limited to electricity natural gas diesel etc. on fossil fuels to promote a green transition in the energy incur high costs in the short term such as the procurement
structure continuously enhancing energy-saving awareness and operation of high-efficiency equipment.and reducing negative impacts on the environment.Opportunities: By actively promoting energy-saving
Negative Impacts: If energy use efficiency cannot be renovation projects and phasing out inefficient high-energy-
effectively improved or if there is a lack of reasonable consuming equipment companies have the opportunity to
planning and management of energy supply the Company's improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs. By
production may exacerbate energy consumption and harm overusing green energy to replace traditional energy sources
the external environment. companies can reduce their dependence on traditional
energy and lessen the impact of fossil fuel price fluctuations
on operating costs.
3 Product The Company effectively manages each stage of the Self-operation Short Main Positive: The Company optimizes and builds a green Opportunities: By actively promoting energy-saving
Lifecycle product life cycle including design manufacturing medium product management system in various stages such as product renovation projects and phasing out inefficient high-energy-
Stewardship sales use disassembly and recycling to promote the Upstream value and long design raw material procurement production manufacturing consuming equipment companies have the opportunity to
development of a circular economy. chain term packaging and transportation product use disassembly improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs. By
and recycling striving to minimize resource and energy overusing green energy to replace traditional energy sources
Downstream consumption provide green low-carbon products for society companies can reduce their dependence on traditional
value chain continuously reduce the impact on the ecological environment energy and lessen the impact of fossil fuel price fluctuations
and promote high-quality development of the circular economy.Negative Impacts: If a company does not effectively manage
certain key stages of the product's entire lifecycle (such as
product disassembly and recycling) it may cause environmental
impacts such as soil pollution and resource waste.149 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 150
No. Issue Issue Description Scope of Impact Impact Period Main Positive and Negative Impacts Risks and Opportunities and Their Potential Financial Impacts
4 Biodiversity We focus on the Company's impact on ecosystems and Self-operation Long-term Main Positive: The Company takes measures to protect biodiversity Risks: We identify the locations of habitats that may be affected
and Ecosystem biodiversity during project development construction throughout the entire process from site selection and development by the Company's operations at all operational sites. If the risks
Protection and operations. By building biodiversity parks Upstream value to operational production maintaining the diversity of ecosystems of project construction on biodiversity cannot be assessed it will
expanding photovoltaic application scenarios—such chain and species and promoting harmonious coexistence with nature. not only impact the ecological environment but may also bring
as the green ecological development model of "on- Actively create biodiversity parks and other projects to provide new financial risks and compliance costs.panel power generation under-panel planting and Downstream solutions for ecological governance and harmonious coexistence.inter-panel breeding"—and promoting awareness and value chain Opportunities: We actively promote ecological + photovoltaic
training we support or directly participate in biodiversity Negative Impacts: If the Company does not fully consider integration solutions such as photovoltaic sand control and
conservation efforts striving to achieve harmonious Community biodiversity-related factors its production and operational agricultural-photovoltaic complementary projects and carry
coexistence with nature. activities may lead to habitat destruction or degradation threaten out comprehensive scene design developing targeted module
the survival of local flora and fauna and disrupt the ecological products for offshore desert plateau and other scenarios while
balance. sharing biodiversity action experiences with value partners.
5 Emissions We set targets and management methods for the Self-operation Short-term Main Positive: We actively reduce the emissions of the 'three Risks: If the Company fails to comply with the local
and Waste discharge of the "three wastes" (wastewater waste gas wastes' and noise pollution to protect the surrounding government's regulations on the proper treatment of
Management waste materials) reduce the generation of the ‘three Community air water and soil ecological environment. Increase the emissions and waste it may incur fines or penalties leading
wastes' through technological innovation process recycling rate of waste achieve resource conservation to increased compliance costs and affecting the Company's
optimization and equipment upgrades and actively effectively reduce environmental damage and protect the operations and business expansion.dispose of the ‘three wastes' through legal scientific stability of the surrounding ecological environment and the
and safe methods. living environment of residents' health.Negative Impacts: For example discharging untreated waste
or pollutants into the natural environment may lead to soil
pollution or water quality deterioration causing negative
pressure on the local ecological environment and severely
impacting nearby residents and ecosystems.
6 Water Resource The Company sets goals and policies for water resource Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: Through effective water resource Risks: Excessive water use or waste in areas with scarce water
Usage and conservation and recycling reduces water consumption long-term management continuously improve water utilization resources may lead to insufficient water supply which could
Management improves water efficiency and increases water resource Community efficiency and recycling rates reduce water intensity per unit affect project operations and future development plans.recovery rates through technological innovation process of output which helps conserve and protect water resources
optimization and equipment upgrades. and maintain the ecological balance of water bodies.Negative Impacts: If effective water resource management
and water-saving measures are not implemented or if
excessive water extraction occurs in areas with high water
resource pressure it will consume a large amount of water
resources and cause waste negatively impacting the
ecosystem.
7 Environmental We comply with environmental laws and regulations Self-operation Short Main Positive: The Company strictly adheres to environmental Risks: If the environmental management system is inadequate
Management establish a comprehensive environmental management medium regulations establishes and improves its environmental or not properly implemented the Company may face regulatory
System system processes and policies and develop response Community and long management system actively formulates emergency plans penalties and fines due to environmental pollution. Domestic
measures for environmental risk management. term for environmental incidents and successfully prevents them and international environmental policies are facing tightening
(such as establishing an environmental management system trends which may lead to companies undergoing high-cost
based on ISO 14001 standards passing independent third- systemic transformations in a short period.party audits annually and continuously obtaining compliance
certifications etc.) minimizing negative environmental Opportunities: By optimizing the environmental management
impacts during operations. system companies can reduce resource consumption and
operational costs attracting green consumers and responsible
Negative Impacts: The lack of a comprehensive environmental investors.management system may lead to the Company violating
environmental laws and regulations resulting in administrative
penalties from regulatory authorities. Furthermore insufficient
environmental risk assessment and emergency management
plans may result in significant impacts on the surrounding
environment due to sudden incidents.151 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 152
No. Issue Issue Description Scope of Impact Impact Period Main Positive and Negative Impacts Risks and Opportunities and Their Potential Financial Impacts
8 Product Quality We establish relevant policies to ensure product safety Self-operation Long-term Main Positive: The Company launches efficient module Risks: Product quality issues may expose companies to
and Safety and quality improve the product quality management products that meet international certification standards lawsuits fines and reputational damage. Constantly changing
system identify and manage potential quality and safety Downstream ensuring product quality and safety which helps improve international and regional safety standards may increase
issues throughout the product and service lifecycle and value chain the reliability and lifespan of photovoltaic power plants compliance difficulties for businesses.provide customers with safe and high-quality products. creating long-term economic benefits for customers. Establish
a comprehensive after-sales support system to provide Opportunities: By implementing high standards of product
customers with timely technical services and product repairs safety management to ensure product quality and safety we
reducing risks caused by product issues. can enhance brand value and market share. Improving customer
satisfaction can create more market and business opportunities
Negative Impacts: Lower product quality will increase for repeat or long-term cooperation.customer maintenance costs potentially leading to module
damage resulting in resource waste and decreased customer
satisfaction which affects the Company's product image
industry reputation and market competitiveness.
9 Supplier We identify and manage labor environmental and other Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: The Company integrates ESG factors into Risks: Potential ESG issues in the supply chain (such as labor
Management risks among our suppliers carry out comprehensive long-term the entire process of supplier admission evaluation and and corruption) may lead to supply chain instability affecting
supplier management responsible procurement and Upstream value management optimizing supply chain management to ensure the normal operation of the Company's business. At the same
critical mineral management and work hand in hand chain stability and sustainability reduce environmental and social time fluctuations in raw material prices can cause variations
with our suppliers to promote sustainable development risks advocate responsible procurement and contribute to and risks in the Company's supply chain costs and the
across the supply chain. Downstream building a fair and sustainable global supply chain system. management and supervision of suppliers (such as temporary
value chain The Company regularly conducts compliance training for audits and training) will also increase the Company's current
suppliers effectively helping them improve their responsibility and future financial costs.performance and promoting the joint development of supply
chain partners. Opportunities: By enhancing compliance and ESG standards
in the supply chain companies can attract more high-quality
Negative Impacts: A lack of comprehensive supply chain partners. Good supply chain management contributes to the
management may lead to issues such as substandard product sustainability of product and service provision promotes a
quality non-compliance with environmental regulations by stable and efficient supply chain ecosystem and facilitates the
suppliers and labor violations which can negatively impact the Company's future business development.environment and the industry.
10 Human Capital The Company adheres to legal employment practices Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: The Company strictly complies with relevant Risks: Violating human rights and labor rights (such as forced
Development prohibiting the hiring of child labor and forced labor. long-term laws and regulations insisting on legal employment. Protect labor) may lead to compliance risks affecting the Company's
Focus on how companies can protect employee rights Downstream employee legal rights by regularly holding technical training reputation and image. In the long run if employee rights are
and enhance skills through training education health value chain and skill enhancement courses providing a good working not protected and effective development opportunities are
and welfare measures thereby improving employee environment and career development opportunities not provided it may result in insufficient talent skill growth
satisfaction and promoting career growth which in turn stimulating potential and creativity and contributing to the promotion barriers internal talent loss and reduced company
enhances the overall competitiveness and sustainability construction of a harmonious society. productivity which is detrimental to long-term development.of the enterprise. Negative Impacts: Failure to effectively protect employees' Opportunities: By creating a positive corporate culture and
legal rights will not only affect their basic rights development caring environment companies can enhance cohesion and
paths and sense of belonging to the Company but will also employee loyalty while skill growth among employees
exacerbate social injustice and non-compliance issues damage helps them better adapt to the rapidly changing business
the Company's image and negatively impact the healthy environment providing a solid talent foundation for company
development of the industry. development.
11 Community We actively carry out public welfare and volunteer Downstream Long-term Main Positive: The Company actively implements the "Three Opportunities: By proactively assuming social responsibility
Impact and service activities engage in community communication value chain Major Projects for the Benefit of the People" by improving companies can further deepen their connections with the
Development in the fields of education health and emergency disaster teaching hardware facilities providing learning materials and community and society through public welfare activities
relief promote community development and explore Community scholarships conducting medical assistance contributing creating a favorable community environment for the long-term
the integration of photovoltaics and industry to boost to the development of rural education and healthcare and and stable operation of the business.industrial development supporting the implementation promoting rural development and social harmony.of the national rural development strategy.153 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 154
No. Issue Issue Description Scope of Impact Impact Period Main Positive and Negative Impacts Risks and Opportunities and Their Potential Financial Impacts
12 Promoting We carry out industry exchange research and active Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: We promote industry cooperation actively Risks: If effective interaction and cooperation among industries
Industry cooperation actively participate in international long-term participate in the formulation and promotion of industry cannot be achieved it may affect the future operations and
Development initiatives and industry communication and promote Upstream value standards (such as the group standards Method for Measuring long-term development of companies.healthy competition and high-quality development chain Square Resistance of Photovoltaic Cells Diffusion Layer and
through standard formulation technical exchanges and Recycling Grade Standards for Photovoltaic Modules) conduct Opportunities: By establishing an open cooperative ecosystem
other means. Downstream industry exchanges and research assist in enhancing industry companies can attract more partners and institutions to
value chain technology and management levels and promote industry participate creating a favorable business environment.progress.Community
13 R&D Innovation We build a product R&D and innovation system Self-operation Long-term Main Positive: The Company has established a comprehensive Risks: Infringement of intellectual property rights may affect
and Intellectual strengthen R&D investment cultivate innovative talents R&D management system management norms and the economic interests of companies. R&D and innovation often
Property to enhance competitiveness improve the intellectual intellectual property protection and incentive systems require significant financial investment. If projects do not yield
property management mechanism respect and protect creating a positive environment for technological innovation timely returns it may put pressure on the Company's financial Protection intellectual property and ensure that R&D activities and promoting the green and low-carbon upgrade of situation and affect business operations.comply with social standards. products providing society with low-carbon products and
solutions that have social value. Opportunities: Through continuous innovation the Company
can maintain a leading position in technology and the market
set industry benchmarks and attract more strategic partners
and investors helping the Company better meet the growing
customer demand especially in emerging markets such
as green products smart manufacturing and sustainable
development.
14 Protection of We establish a comprehensive customer service Downstream Long-term Main Positive: We build a more complete professional and Risks: Issues such as untimely handling of customer complaints
Customers' guarantee system to protect customers' legal rights and value chain convenient customer service network enrich and optimize or service errors due to an inadequate after-sales system may
Rights and interests and provide complete pre-sale in-sale and customer service channels improve customer service quality damage the brand image and lead to customer loss. In addition
after-sale services continuously improving customer continuously enhance the standardization and normalization if technical specifications or usage restrictions are not disclosed Interests satisfaction. of customer service protect customer rights continuously to customers promptly it affects their right to know and is
improve customer satisfaction and provide high-quality and detrimental to long-term economic development.high-standard products and services for the industry.Opportunities: Efficient after-sales service management
can create a competitive advantage for the brand helping
companies further expand their customer base and enhance
customer loyalty.
15 Occupational We establish a systematic occupational health and safety Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: Through comprehensive occupational health Risks: If safety management is insufficient and domestic and
Health and system to reduce the incidence of occupational diseases long-term and safety management we focus on employee health and international occupational health and safety regulations are
Safety and work-related injuries. By conducting health and safety actively prevent work-related injuries and occupational not properly followed the Company may face legal action
safety training safety inspections and health check- diseases protect labor resources and ensure the physical and fines damage to its reputation and financial standing and an
ups the Company provides employees with a safe and mental health of employees (such as the Company regularly increased risk of workplace injuries endangering employee
healthy working environment. providing health check-ups occupational disease prevention safety and health.and psychological counseling measures for employees).
16 Diversity We create a harmonious diverse and equitable Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: The Company employs individuals from Opportunities: A diverse and multifaceted talent team helps
and Equal workplace environment eliminating discriminatory long-term diverse cultural backgrounds provides equal employment enhance corporate productivity and creativity contributing to
Opportunity practices in recruitment and employment based on Community opportunities for people with disabilities and minorities business growth.factors such as ethnicity race religious beliefs gender maintains a high percentage of female management and
age and sexual orientation and ensuring gender offers diverse and inclusive job opportunities and work
equality and equal pay for equal work. environments to promote social harmony.155 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities Assessment of Sustainability Issues and Impacts Risks and Opportunities JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 156
No. Issue Issue Description Scope of Impact Impact Period Main Positive and Negative Impacts Risks and Opportunities and Their Potential Financial Impacts
17 Anti-Corruption The Company strictly adheres to laws and regulations Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: Upholding the correct values and principles Risks: If a company's supply chain partners violate business
and Business establishing effective policies risk prevention measures long-term the Company formulates and strictly implements anti- ethics it may face legal and regulatory risks leading to lawsuits
Ethics and smooth reporting channels to uphold business Upstream value corruption policies conducts corruption risk assessments and a crisis of public trust resulting in financial losses and the
ethics standards and build management systems for chain effectively prevents corruption risks and prevents unfair loss of customers and partners.anti-corruption integrity and prevention of unfair competition and monopolistic behaviors contributing to the
competition. creation of a fair transparent and healthy market competition Opportunities: A well-established business ethics management
and business environment. system can ensure the stability of corporate compliance
increase the trust of customers and partners and help promote
Negative Impacts: The lack of a comprehensive anti-corruption long-term cooperation and profit growth.and business ethics management system may lead to incidents
related to the Company resulting in penalties for violations
and affecting the normal operation of the Company which is
detrimental to building a good business environment.
18 Compliance We operate in compliance with laws and regulations Self-operation Short Main Positive: In terms of compliance risk management for Risks: Inadequate risk management may reduce the Company's
and Risk effectively managing various potential risks by optimizing medium domestic and international operations the Company strictly overall risk response capability resulting in financial losses
Management internal compliance management and enhancing the Upstream value and long adheres to relevant international trade laws and regulations to increased legal and compliance costs and impacting business
risk prevention and control system thereby ensuring the chain term ensure compliance contributing to a favorable business and continuity and expansion capabilities.Company's stable and efficient operation in all aspects. operational environment during the globalization process.Opportunities: We closely monitor and analyze laws related
Negative Impacts: Insufficient compliance and risk to the compliant operations of relevant enterprises both
management may lead to the Company's failure to identify domestically and internationally aiming to reduce compliance
or respond to financial environmental or operational risks costs during business expansion and create more opportunities
in advance (for example compliance issues arising from for corporate development.the Company's overseas market operations due to a lack
of understanding of local policies and regulatory changes
which may hinder project progress) adversely affecting the
Company's healthy development within the industry.
19 Corporate We strictly comply with relevant laws and regulations Self-operation Long-term Main Positive: The Company has established a comprehensive Opportunities: By strengthening governance diversity and
Governance improve the corporate governance structure establish corporate governance structure creating a scientific professionalism companies can establish a model corporate
governance norms and systems fully protect the Upstream value standardized efficient and clearly defined management image in domestic and international markets attracting more
interests of a wide range of investors and enhance the chain system which enhances the scientific nature and investment and cooperation opportunities.level of corporate governance. transparency of corporate decision-making thereby creating
Downstream long-term value for society.value chain
20 Sustainability We improve the Company's sustainability management Self-operation Long-term Main Positive: We establish a three-tier governance structure Opportunities: Systematic ESG governance can enhance the
Governance framework standardize the management processes for sustainable development within the Company introduce Company's market attractiveness and capital recognition
related to sustainability and organically integrate the Upstream value sustainable development indicators regularly publish help attract and establish long-term partnerships and bring
concepts and strategies of sustainability with business chain sustainability reports standardize the management of related sustainable investment and financing opportunities.operations to promote the realization of sustainable matters and promote the sustainable development of the Downstream
business value. value chain Company and society.
21 Information We build an information security and privacy protection Self-operation Medium to Main Positive: We establish and improve the information Risks: Customer privacy or data leakage will bring legal and
Security system comply with relevant laws and regulations long-term security management system enhance IT infrastructure regulatory risks reduce the Company's credibility impact the
and Privacy ensure the privacy and security of various information Upstream value construction obtain ISO 27001 information security corporate image and may lead to actual financial losses.related to the Company customers employees etc. and chain management system certification prevent information Protection responsibly use relevant data. leakage protect the legitimate rights and interests of Opportunities: By implementing relevant national laws
Downstream individuals and organizations and ensure the healthy and regulations and effectively strengthening data security
value chain development of the digital economy. measures we will enhance the trust relationship between the
company and its clients reduce compliance costs and create
Negative Impacts: Failure to establish a sound information long-term business development opportunities.security protection mechanism may lead to data leakage which
could not only result in economic losses for the Company but
also trigger customer privacy-related disputes affecting the
long-term development of the Company and society.157 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 SUMMARY OF POLICY DOCUMENTS INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE REPORT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 158
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JA Solar Antitrust and Competition Law Global Compliance Policy Statement No: SRA-825273
JA Solar Technology Co. Limited
JA Solar HSSE Plan Sustainability & Environmental Social and Governance ("ESG") Report 2024The British Standards Institution is independent of JA Solar Technology Co. Limited and its subsidiaries (hereinafter referred to as “JASolar” collectively in this statement) and has no financial interest in the operation of JA Solar other than for the assessment and assurance
JA Solar Environment Health & Safety Policy of JA Solar Sustainability & Environmental Social and Governance Report 2024 (the “Report”).This independent assurance opinion statement is prepared on the basis of review by the British Standards Institution of the Report
presented by JA Solar. The review does not extend beyond such information and is solely based on it. In performing such review the
JA Solar Biodiversity Policy British Standards Institution has assumed that all such information is complete and adequate.Scope
The scope of engagement agreed upon with JA Solar includes the following:
JA Solar Anti-Fraud Reporting Policy and Investigation Procedures 1． The assurance scope is consistent with the description of the Report. The Report is prepared in accordance with the No. 17 SelfDiscipline and Supervision Guide of Listed Companies in Shenzhen Stock Exchange-Sustainability Report (Pilot) (“SZSE ESGGuideline”) with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative ("GRI") Universal Standard 2021 (GRI Standard 2021) UN Sustainable
JA Solar Diversity Equity & Inclusion Policy Development Goals (SDGs) Ten Principles of United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) the International Sustainability Standards Board’s ("ISSB") IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).
2． In accordance with Type 2 Moderate Level of Assurance as defined in the AA1000 Assurance Standard V3 (“AA1000AS V3”) BSI
evaluates the nature and extent of JA Solar’ adherence to the four reporting principles of Inclusivity Materiality Responsiveness
JA Solar Conflict Minerals Management Policy and Impact in preparing the Report. The reliability of specified sustainability performance information and data disclosed in the
Report has also been evaluated.JA Solar Supplier Code of Conduct Opinion Statement We conclude that the Report provides a fair view of JA Solar’ sustainability plan and performance in the reporting year. The Report subject
to assurance is free from material misstatement based upon evaluation within the limitations of the scope of the assurance the
information and data of JA Solar group provided by JA Solar and the samples taken. Based on our work carried out during the assurance
JA Solar Whistleblower Protection and Integrity Reporting Policy process nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that data and information stated in the Reporting Organization’s Report is not correctly presented and that Inclusivity Materiality Responsiveness and Impact based on AA1000 criteria are not correctly
addressed. We believe that the environmental social and governance general disclosures and key performance indicators are fairly
represented in the Report in which JA Solar’ efforts to pursue sustainable development are recognized by its stakeholders.JA Solar Code of Conduct Our work was carried out by a team of sustainability report assurors in accordance with the AA1000AS V3. We planned and performed
this part of our work to obtain the necessary information and explanations. We considered JA Solar has provided sufficient evidence to
support its self-declaration of compliance with SZSE ESG Guideline with reference to GRI Standard 2021 UN SDGs Ten Principles of
UNGC ISSB Standards and ESRS is fairly stated and the Report is considered acceptable in meeting the principles as set out in AA1000JA Solar Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Sustainability Policy AccountAbility Principles 2018 ("AA1000AP (2018)”).JA Solar Responsible Sourcing Policy
JA Solar Human Rights Policy
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The British Standards Institution is independent to the above named client and has no financial interest in the above named client. This Opinion Statement has been prepared for the above named client only for the purposes of
verifying its st atements relating to its ESG more particularly described in the scope. It was not prepared for any other purpose. The British Standards institution will not in providing this Opinion Statement accept or assume
resp onsibility (legal or otherwise) or accept liability for or in connection with any other purpose for which it may be used or to any person by whom the Opinion Statement may be read. This Opinion Statement is prepared on the
basis of review by The British Standards Institution of information presented to it by the above named client. The review does not extend beyond such information and is solely based on it. In performing such review The British
Stan dards Institution has assumed that all such information is complete and accurate. Any queries that may arise by virtue of this Opinion Statement or matters relating to it should be addressed to the above name client only.159 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE REPORT INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE REPORT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 160
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The Type 2 Moderate Level of Assurance provided in our review is defined by the scope and methodology described in this statement.Methodology
Our work was designed to gather evidence on which to base our conclusion. We undertook the following activities: Responsibilities
* A top level review of issues raised by external parties that could be relevant to JA Solar’ policies to provide a check on the It is the responsibility of JA Solar’ senior management to ensure that the information being presented in the Report is accurate. Our
appropriateness of statements made in the Report. responsibility is to provide an independent assurance opinion statement to stakeholders giving our professional opinion based on the
* Discussion with staff on JA Solar’ approach to stakeholder engagement. We had no direct contact with external stakeholders scope and methodology described.during this assurance process.* Interview with staff involved in ESG management report preparation and provision of report information. Ability and Independence
* Review of key organizational developments. The assurance team was composed of Lead Assuror and Assuror who are experienced in the industrial sector and trained in a range of
* Review of supporting evidence for claims made in the Report and sustainability environmental and social standards including GRI Series Standards AA1000 SZSE ESG Guideline HKEX Environmental
* An assessment of JA Solar’ reporting and management processes concerning reporting against the principles of Inclusivity Social and Governance Reporting Guide ISO 14064 ISO 14001 ISO 50001 ISO 45001 ISO 9001 etc.Materiality Responsiveness and Impact as described in the AA1000AP (2018).British Standards Institution is a leading global standards and assessment body founded in 1901. The assurance is carried out in line
Conclusions with the BSI Fair Trading Code of Practice.A review of the Report issued by JA Solar against the AA1000AS V3 principles of Inclusivity Materiality Responsiveness and Impact
as well as the SZSE ESG Guideline GRI Standard 2021 UN SDGs Ten Principles of UNGC ISSB Standards and ESRS is set out below:
Based on the procedures performed and evidence obtained we believe that data and information stated in the Reporting Organization’s
Report is correctly presented and that Inclusivity Materiality Responsiveness and Impact based on AA1000 criteria are correctly
addressed.Although BSI reviews all 2024 ESG data indicators within our Sustainability Data Transparency Index (“SDTI”) as part of our assurance
process specific attention and further review was paid to the following data points:
Key Performance
Indicators Primary Indicators Secondary Indicators
Energy Management Energy Consumption Natural Gas Diesel Motor Gasoline LPG LNG Heating Electricity
Total Hazardous waste
Waste Amount of hazardous recycled Emissions and waste Total Non-hazardous waste
management Amount of non-hazardous recycled
Other significant gas emissions Fluoride
Water withdrawal Total water withdrawal
Water Resources use Water Discharge Total Wastewater discharge
and management Water Consumption Total Water Consumption
Ultra Pure water Ultra Pure water consumption
Combating Climate Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Direct GHG emissions (Scope 1) Indirect GHG Emissions from
Change emissions imported energy (Scope 2)
Employment Number of employees Number of employees (By gender age employee category location)
Occupational Health Occupational injuries Number of Employee Deaths due to Work-related Injuries and Safety Lost-Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
Number of Suppliers that Have Undergone Social and
Negative Environmental Environmental Impact Assessment Supply Chain Impacts in the Number of Suppliers Identified for Having Actual and Management Supply Chain and actions taken Potential Significant Negative Environmental Impacts Number of Suppliers Identified for Having Actual and
Potential Significant Negative Social Impacts
We considered JA Solar has provided sufficient evidence that its self-declaration of compliance with SZSE ESG Guideline with reference
to GRI Standard 2021 UN SDGs Ten Principles of UNGC ISSB Standards and ESRS is fairly stated and the Report is considered
acceptable in meeting the principles as set out in AA1000AP (2018).Page: 2 of 3 Page: 3 of 3
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The B ritish Standards Institution is independent to the above named client and has no financial interest in the above named client. This Opinion Statement has been prepared for the above named client only for the purposes of The British Standards Institution is independent to the above named client and has no financial interest in the above named client. This Opinion Statement has been prepared for the above named client only for the purposes of
verifying its statements relating to its ESG more particularly described in the scope. It was not prepared for any other purpose. The British Standards institution will not in providing this Opinion Statement accept or assume verifying its statements relating to its ESG more particularly described in the scope. It was not prepared for any other purpose. The British Standards institution will not in providing this Opinion Statement accept or assume
respo nsibility (legal or otherwise) or accept liability for or in connection with any other purpose for which it may be used or to any person by whom the Opinion Statement may be read. This Opinion Statement is prepared on the responsibility (legal or otherwise) or accept liability for or in connection with any other purpose for which it may be used or to any person by whom the Opinion Statement may be read. This Opinion Statement is prepared on the
basis of review by The British Standards Institution of information presented to it by the above named client. The review does not extend beyond such information and is solely based on it. In performing such review The British basis of review by The British Standards Institution of information presented to it by the above named client. The review does not extend beyond such information and is solely based on it. In performing such review The British
Standards Institution has assumed that all such information is complete and accurate. Any queries that may arise by virtue of this Opinion Statement or matters relating to it should be addressed to the above name client only. Standards Institution has assumed that all such information is complete and accurate. Any queries that may arise by virtue of this Opinion Statement or matters relating to it should be addressed to the above name client only.161 JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 GREENHOUSE GAS VERIFICATION STATEMENT GREENHOUSE GAS VERIFICATION STATEMENT JA SOLAR SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG REPORT 2024 162
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Statement of Conformity CN25/00002484
Greenhouse Gas Verification Statement SGS has been contracted by JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “CLIENT”) for the verification of direct and indirect Greenhouse Gas emissions in accordance with
The inventory of Greenhouse Gas emissions in
01 Jan. 2024 to 31 Dec. 2024 of ISO 14064-3:2019
JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. as provided by JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “RESPONSIBLE PARTY”) in the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Assertion in the form of GHG Report covering GHGB usiness address: No.123 Xinxing Road Ningjin County Hebei Province P.R. China emissions of the period 01 Jan. 2024 to 31 Dec. 2024 (hereinafter referred to as “REPORTOrganization boundary: Detail organization boundary information has been listed in Annex PERIOD”).for multi-site statement Roles and responsibilities
The management of the RESPONSIBLE PARTY is responsible for the organization’s GHG
has been verified in accordance with ISO 14064-3:2019 as meeting the requirements of
information system the development and maintenance of records and reporting procedures in
ISO 14064-1:2018 accordance with that system including the calculation and determination of GHG emissions information and the reported GHG emissions.It is SGS’s responsibility to express an independent GHG verification opinion on the GHG
Direct Emissions statement as provided by the RESPONSIBLE PARTY for the REPORT PERIOD.
107171 tonnes of CO2e According to ISO 14064-3:2019 SGS has conducted a third-party verification of the provided GHG
Indirect Emissions statement by RESPONSIBLE PARTY against the requirements of ISO 14064-1:2018 in the period
35454451 tonnes of CO2e (Market-based) 29 Mar. 2025. The verification is based on the verification scope objectives and criteria as agreed
Total Emissions Quantified between the CLIENT and SGS on 11 Mar. 2025.
35561622 tonnes of CO2e (Market-based)
Level of Assurance
The specific categories of indirect greenhouse gas emissions are detailed in the The level of assurance agreed is that of Reasonable assurance.appendix of this statement which is an integral part of this statement
Scope
The CLIENT has commissioned an independent verification by SGS in accordance with
ISO 14064-3:2019 to assure the reported GHG emissions of RESPONSIBLE PARTY in
conformance with ISO 14064-1:2018 requirements within the scope of the verification as outlined
below. The data and information supporting the GHG statement are historical in nature.This engagement covers verification of emission from anthropogenic sources of greenhouse gases
Authorised by included within the organization’s boundary:
David Xin
Sr. Director - Business Assurance
DATE: 13 Apr. 2025 * The organizational boundary is established following Operational control approach.* Location/boundary of the activities: detail boundary information has been listed in Annex.SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co. Ltd.
16F Century YuHui Mansion No. 73 Fucheng Road Beijing P.R. CHINA 100142 * Physical infrastructure activities technologies and processes: Production processing
t +86 (0)10 58251188 www.sgsgroup.com.cn and sales of monocrystalline silicon rods monocrystalline silicon wafers photovoltaic
modules solar cells etc.* GHG sources sinks and/or reservoirs included: GHG sources as presented in the GHG
inventory and report of the RESPONSIBLE PARTY.* Types of GHGs included: CO2 CH4 N2O HFCs PFCs SF6 NF3.* GHG information for the following period was verified: 01 Jan. 2024 to 31 Dec. 2024.* GWP adopted: IPCC 6 Assessment Report.* Intended user of the verification statement: Client/Group/Internal use.This document is an authentic electronic certificate for Client’s business purposes use only. Printed version of the electronic certificate are permitted and will be considered as a copy.This document is issued by the Company subject to SGS General Conditions of certification services available on Terms and Conditions | SGS. Attention is drawn to the limitation of Objective
liability indemnification and jurisdictional clauses contained therein. This document is copyright protected and any unauthorized alteration forgery or falsification of the content or The purposes of this verification exercise are by review of objective evidence to independently
appearance of this document is unlawful. review:
Page 1 of 6 * Whether the GHG emissions are as declared by the organization’s GHG statement
* The data reported are accurate complete consistent transparent and free of material
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Criteria
Criteria against which the verification assessment is undertaken are the requirements of ISO Note: This Statement is issued by SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co. Ltd. (“SGS”) under its General Conditions for
14064-3:2019. Greenhouse Gas Validation & Verification Services. The findings recorded hereon are based upon a verification performed by SG S. A
full copy of this statement the findings and the supporting GHG Assertion may be consulted from RESPONSIBLE PARTY. This Statement does not relieve Client from compliance with any by laws federal national or regional acts and regulations or wit h any
Materiality guidelines issued pursuant to such regulations. Stipulations to the contrary are not binding on SGS and SGS shall have no
The materiality required of the verification is considered by SGS to be 5% based on the needs of responsibility vis-à-vis parties other than its Client. The verification statement of greenhouse gases is concluded in English. Any translation differences the English version shall prevail.the intended user of the GHG statement.Appendix A: List of Organizational Boundaries
Verification approach
SGS’s approach is risk-based drawing on an understanding of the risks associated with reporting List of Organizational Boundaries
GHG emissions information and the controls in place to mitigate these. Our examination includes Organization name Description of organizational boundary
assessment of evidence relevant to the amounts and disclosures in relation to the organization’s
JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. No.123 Xinxing Road Ningjin County Hebei reported GHG emissions. Province P.R. China
No.165 Tongze Road Yiting Town Yiwu City
We plan and perform our work to obtain the information explanations and evidence that we Yiwu JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd Zhejiang Province P.R. China
considered necessary to provide a reasonable level of assurance that the GHG emissions for the
REPORT PERIOD are fairly stated. Shanghai JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd.No.118 Lane 3111 Huancheng West Road
Fengxian District Shanghai City P.R. China
Shanghai JA Waylion New Material Building 6 No.118 Alley 3111 Huancheng Rd.We conduct our verification with regard to the GHG statement of GHG Report of the Technology Co. Ltd. (West) Fengxian District Shanghai City P.R. China
RESPONSIBLE PARTY which includes assessment of GHG information system and reporting No.21 Equipment Avenue Equipment Park New
plan/protocol. This assessment includes the collection of evidence supporting the reported data Baotou JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. Planning Area Qingshan District Baotou City Inner
and checking whether the provisions of the protocol reference are consistently and appropriately Mongolia Autonomous Region P.R. China
applied. No.1 Jinhui Road Yangzhou Economic and
JA Solar Technology Yangzhou Co. Ltd Technological Development Zone Jiangsu Province
Verification opinion conclusion P.R. China
The RESPONSIBLE PARTY provided the GHG statement based on the requirements of ISO No.1 Jinhui Road Yangzhou Economic and
14064-1:2018 that total emission 35561622 tonnes of CO2e (Market-based) in the organization Technological Development Zone Jiangsu Province
boundary for the REPORT PERIOD. JA Solar New Energy Yangzhou Co. P.R. China
Ltd. No.123 Jinshan Road Yangzhou Economic and
The verification opinion as below is issued by SGS after an independent verification for Technological Development Zone Jiangsu Province
RESPONSIBLE PARTY’s GHG statement base on agreed Reasonable assurance: P.R. China
South of Nanhai Avenue and East of Photovoltaic
Unmodified
The GHG statement submitted by RESPONSIBLE PARTY is prepared in accordance with ISO Qujing JA Solar PV Technology Co. Ltd Road No.1 in Qujing Economic and Technological
14064-1:2018 on GHG quantification and reporting is a fair representation materially the GHG Development Zone Yunnan Province P.R. China
data and information in the statement are explicit and supported by adequacy and appropriate North of Nanhai Avenue and East of Shaoxi Road
evidence. Qujing JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd Qujing Economic and Technological Development
Zone Qujing City Yunnan Province P.R. China
Modified Other branches based on operational control rights not listed please refer to the greenhouse
The GHG statement submitted by RESPONSIBLE PARTY has no material misstatement however gas emission inventory for details
has some deficiencies which will prevent the issuance of unmodified verification opinion.Adverse opinion
The GHG statement submitted by RESPONSIBLE PARTY：
- has material misstatement or
- there is insufficient or inappropriate evidence to support an unmodified or modified opinion.Disclaiming the issuance of an opinion
It is unable to obtain sufficient and appropriate objective evidence to form an opinion as to whether
the GHG statement submitted is presented fairly in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2018
This statement shall be interpreted with the GHG statement of GHG Report of the RESPONSIBLE
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Appendix B Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (ISO14064-1:2018) Appendix C Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (GHG protocol)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (ISO14064-1:2018) Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (GHG protocol)
Organization name JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd. Organization name JA Solar Technology Co. Ltd.Organizational Organizational
boundary See Appendix A for details boundary
See Appendix A for details
Reporting period 01 Jan. 2024 to 31 Dec. 2024 Reporting period 01 Jan. 2024 to 31 Dec. 2024
Report boundary Greenhouse gas emissions Operational boundaries Greenhouse gas emissions
Category (Unit: tonnes of CO2e) Category (Unit: tonnes of CO2e)
Direct GHG Category 1 direct GHG Scope1 direct GHG emissions 107171
emissions emissions 107171 Scope2 indirect GHG emissions from imported 4445010 (Location-based)
Category 2 indirect GHG energy 3220788 (Market-based)
emissions from imported 4445010 (Location-based) Category1-Purchased goods
energy 3220788 (Market-based) and services
27778243
Category 3 indirect GHG Category2-Capital goods 2775785
emissions from 1073314 Category3-Fuel- and energy-
transportation related activities (not included 414770
Category 4 indirect GHG in scope1 and scope2)
Indirect GHG emissions from products 31010009 Category4-Upstream
emissions used by organization transportation and distribution 959120
Category 5 indirect GHG Category5-Waste generated
emissions associated with in operations 12336
the use of products from the 150340 Category6-Business travel 10506
organization Category7-Employee
Category 6 indirect GHG Scope3 other commuting 42206
emissions from other 0 indirect GHG Category8-Upstream leased
sources emissions assets 28875
Category9-Downstream
transportation and distribution 61482
Category10-Processing of
sold products 59381
Category11-Use of sold
products /
Category12-End-of-life
treatment of sold products 61035
Category13-Downstream
leased assets 254
Category14-Franchises /
Category15-Investments 29670
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