I-RECs

Since 2014, the International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC) scheme has experienced consistent growth and is now operational in over 60 countries worldwide. At Cleanworld, we leverage our extensive global network to enhance transparency in these markets, providing our clients with superior service, value, and market access.

What are I-RECs?

I-RECs, or International Renewable Energy Certificates, are tradable instruments that represent the environmental benefits of generating one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity from renewable sources like wind, solar, and hydro. They are used to track and certify the production of green energy, enabling organizations to claim the use of renewable energy even if their direct energy supply comes from non-renewable sources. By purchasing I-RECs, businesses and individuals can support the global transition to sustainable energy, meet corporate sustainability goals, and reduce their carbon footprint in a verifiable way.

In many regions, I-RECs coexist with domestic energy attribute schemes, offering energy consumers greater flexibility. This widely recognized and utilized instrument allows international companies to easily procure and redeem certificates by maintaining a single account across all participating countries.

Through our network of local suppliers, we facilitate access not only to I-RECs but also to Tradable Instruments for Global Renewable certificates (TIGRs) and various local certificates, including:

• Clean Energy Certificates (CEL) in Mexico
• Green Electricity Certificates (GEC) in China
• Large-Scale Generation Certificates (LGC) in Australia
• T-RECs in Taiwan

Additionally, we offer a range of supplementary labels and certifications, such as:

• Green-E
• EKOenergy
• Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)