REGOs are recognised under the Greenhouse Gas Protocol’s market-based method for reporting Scope 2 emissions. By retiring REGOs equivalent to your electricity consumption, you can make credible claims of the use of renewable energy — helping you meet RE100, CDP, and SBTi requirements in the UK.

While REGOs are generally traded as a standardised instrument, specific buyer preferences — such as the technology used (e.g. solar, wind) or the project origin — can influence demand and pricing in some cases.

Country: REGOs are specific to the UK electricity grid and are used to make renewable energy claims within the UK market. For multinational organisations, it’s important to ensure REGOs are only applied to UK-based operations and not across borders.

Price: REGO prices are typically lower than other EAC instruments, due to the mature nature of the UK renewables market and limited additionality. However, prices can still fluctuate based on supply, regulatory changes, and market sentiment.

Vintage: The vintage refers to the production year of the electricity associated with the REGO. Ensure the vintage aligns with your reporting period — most frameworks require the certificates to match the same calendar or fiscal year as electricity consumption.

Technology: REGOs can originate from various renewable sources, including wind, solar, hydro, and biomass. Some buyers may have preferences for certain technologies based on marketing and brand value.

By considering these factors, you can make informed decisions that align with your operational and sustainability needs.

All REGOs are issued and tracked by Ofgem, the UK’s energy regulator. Each certificate has a unique serial number and is recorded in a central registry, ensuring it can only be sold and redeemed once. This system guarantees full traceability, prevents double-counting, and provides assurance that your renewable energy claims are credible and compliant.