What proof does Zumo deliver to show that the digital asset investment has been matched with renewable electricity purchases?
Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are the standard market instrument to prove ownership of renewables, and... Read more
RECs FAQs
Can digital assets help to scale the renewables market?
We believe they can. When you purchase RECs it is guaranteed that the corresponding renewable... Read more
Why is it important to power digital assets like Bitcoin with renewable energy sources?
Digital assets have created new electricity demand globally due to mining and validation activities. Luckily,... Read more
What criticisms have been levelled at RECs?
As with many other market instruments to reduce carbon emissions, RECs have been subject to... Read more
How do RECs work?
Electrons enter the electricity grid from many different sources, including renewables (such as wind and... Read more
What’s the difference between bundled and unbundled RECs?
RECs are sold ‘bundled’ (with the electricity) or ‘unbundled’ (separately to the electricity). In general,... Read more
How are RECs used for carbon accounting?
Companies typically use RECs to reduce their emissions from their electricity use (Scope 2 emissions).... Read more
Are RECs like carbon offsets?
No, RECs and offsets are inherently different market instruments and should not be confused. Whilst... Read more
Are there different types of RECs?
Yes, there are different types of RECs and associated standards across different markets. The generic... Read more
Why are RECs important?
Voluntary markets for renewable electricity allow energy customers to drive decarbonisation faster by making decisions... Read more
Can I buy 100% renewable electricity without RECs?
No. RECs are the standard instrument used globally (under several different names – EACs, GOs... Read more
What are RECs?
RECs are proof that energy has been generated from renewable electricity sources such as solar,... Read more