Overview
Renewable energy – such as solar, wind, and hydropower – generates electricity that flows into the same shared power grid as electricity produced from fossil fuels. Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), also known as Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs), act as a certificate of origin for this clean electricity. For every megawatt-hour (MWh) of renewable energy generated, one certificate is created and can be sold or retired on behalf of a buyer. Across procurement pathways, from unbundled purchases to granular certificates and PPA or VPPA structures, RECs serve as the foundational accounting instrument used to substantiate renewable energy claims in virtually all renewable electricity transactions.
RECs have become one of the most accessible and widely adopted tools in corporate sustainability, enabling companies to match their electricity consumption with verified renewable generation anywhere on the grid. While the specific rules and naming conventions vary by region, the underlying principle is consistent: each certificate represents one MWh of clean electricity and can only be claimed once. Deduci can procure and retire RECs from every accessible marketplace in the world across a wide range of registries.
From our Renewable Energy Leads
“Investing in renewable energy is one of the most effective and scalable ways organizations can contribute meaningfully to the clean energy transition. For organizations serious about advancing their sustainability commitments, a range of procurement options—including unbundled RECs, granular certificates, high-impact energy attribute certificates, and PPA or VPPA structures—provide transparent, internationally recognized pathways to support new renewable energy development and strengthen the credibility of their climate strategies.“
Programs and Registries
Renewable Energy Project Types and Technologies
