Solar Panel distributor
Company Ownership
SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd
AUS
TCL SunPower Global
owns 100% of SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd
FRA
Photovoltaics manufacturer
Launched in March 2025 to focus on solar energy solutions, leveraging Maxeon Solar Technologies' patents following TCL's majority acquisition.
TCL Technology Group Corporation
owns 100% of TCL SunPower Global
CHN
Electronics
World's third-largest television manufacturer, with 22 production sites worldwide.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Aug 2025)
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SunPower Corporation Australia Pty Ltd
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4/5 for packaging performance
This company received a packaging performance level of 4 (Leading) in its 2024 APCO Annual Report. Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) is a not-for-profit organisation leading the development of a circular economy for packaging in Australia. Each year, APCO Members are required to submit an APCO Annual Report and Action Plan, which includes an overall performance level from 1 (Getting Started) to 5 (Beyond Best Practice).
Source: APCO
(2024)
TCL SunPower Global
No assessment data currently available for TCL SunPower Global.
TCL Technology Group Corporation
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CDP Water Security score of A-
In 2024, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to manage and govern freshwater resources. Responding companies are scored on six key metrics: transparency; governance & strategy; measuring & monitoring; risk assessment; targets & goals; and value chain engagement. This company received a CDP Water Security score of A-.
Source: CDP
(2024)
CDP Climate Change score of B
In 2024, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change risk. Responding companies are scored across four key areas: disclosure; awareness; management; and leadership. This company received a CDP Climate Change score of B.
Source: CDP
(2024)
17.36% for supply chain practices in China
The Green Supply Chain Corporate Information Transparency Index (CITI) evaluates consumer-facing companies that have a sizeable supply chain in China. The evaluation uses government supervision data and public information to assess the environmental management of their supply chains in China. This company received a score of 17.36/100 (retrieved 24 Nov 2023).
Source: IPE
(2023)
Part owned by Govt of China
TCL was originally founded as a state-owned enterprise, and became a publicly traded company in 2004. However TCL is still partially owned by the government of China, which has an overall Shop Ethical rating of 'F'.
Source: Shop Ethical
(2024)
High ESG Risk
Sustainalytics, a top ESG research firm, evaluates environmental, social, and governance risks for over 16,000 companies. Its ESG Risk Rating reflects how much risk a company faces in its industry and how well it manages those risks. The final score includes both unmanaged and unmanageable risks, and companies are rated on a scale from negligible (0-10) to severe (40+). This company received an ESG Risk Rating of 32.2, placing it in the "high risk" category (retrieved April 2025).
Source: Sustainalytics
(2025)
How2Recycle member
This company is a member of How2Recycle. The How2Recycle Label is a voluntary, standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public. It involves a coalition of forward thinking brands who want their packaging to be recycled and are empowering consumers through smart packaging labels. Companies must be a member of the program to use the How2Recycle Label.
Source: How2Recycle
(2023)
Company Details
Type:
Joint Venture
Contact Details
Address:
Suite 207/28 Riddell Parade, Elsternwick, VIC, 3185, Australia
Freecall:
1800 786 769
Website: