Renewable Energy
Energy Attribute Certificates
High-quality EACs for your global renewable energy goals
Scope 2 emissions – indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions resulting from the generation of purchased electricity consumed by an organization – typically represent a significant portion of an organization’s emissions footprint. 3Degrees helps companies who are committed to reducing their scope 2 footprint, and often have RE100, Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), or CDP targets, procure high-quality, verified global energy attribute certificates (EACs) as a critical component of their climate strategy.
What’s an energy attribute certificate (EAC)?
An EAC is official documentation that proves that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of renewable energy has been added to the energy grid. Purchasing an EAC entitles the buyer to make the only claim on consumption of that renewable energy and its associated environmental benefits. EACs go by different names in different countries; the attributes contained in an EAC can also vary.
Benefits of EACs
Represent a reduction in scope 2 emissions
An important decarbonization building block, enabling organizations to take immediate action
Accepted emissions reduction tool for companies with net zero, SBTi, RE100 goals (organizations with RE100 targets bought more than 73 TWh of EACs in 2021)
Scope 3 reduction method when an organization’s suppliers purchase EACs to address their scope 2 emissions
Your “one-stop shop” for global EACs
3Degrees sources high-quality, third party verified products from more than 100 countries to meet our customers’ worldwide EAC procurement goals. Some of the most common EACs include:
- RECs – North America
- GOs – Europe
- International RECs (I-RECs) – Asia, Latin America, Africa, Middle East
- Tradable instruments for global renewables (TIGRs) – Asia, Latin America, Africa, Middle East
- J-Credits and NFCs (Non-Fossil Value Certificates) – Japan
- NZECS (New Zealand Energy Certificate System) – New Zealand
3Degrees supports your global renewable energy needs
We have set a 100% renewable energy goal and we continue to hit it every year. We work with 3Degrees to find the best country-specific methods we can – and every year it’s a little bit different and gets better and better.”
EACs for your supply chain
3Degrees’ proprietary platform, Supplier REach, helps suppliers around the globe quickly and seamlessly procure renewable energy.
The 3Degrees difference
Proven leadership
3Degrees was founded on the belief that building a healthy market for renewable energy worldwide is an essential tool in the fight against climate change. We were an early pioneer of the market, and this history, expertise, and steady presence over decades has enabled us to build strong relationships with project developers, customers, and industry partners across the globe.
Customized solutions
We’ve bought, sold, or consulted on clean energy in more than 96 countries, and are well equipped to help our customers source high-quality EAC products to meet their specific renewable energy needs. Our dedicated portfolio managers develop tailored renewable energy solutions that balance cost, technology, and geography preferences.
Reliability and integrity
Every customer receives the full detail on every EAC that they purchase — including technology, project site, and vintage. In addition, all EACs are either tracked and canceled on a tracking system or registry, or audited by an independent third-party. In North America our Green-e® Certified RECs meet or exceed Green-e® requirements.
Strategic support
Our team’s deep knowledge in market insights, analysis, and regulatory affairs helps customers navigate the evolving landscape on everything from supply and demand impact on pricing, to country-specific regulatory changes, and more. When you procure EACs from 3Degrees, our team is by your side every step of the way, and helps mitigate your risk.
Expertise by the numbers
We’ve got a long history providing market access to high-quality, third party verified renewable energy products in support of our customers’ global decarbonization goals.
Countries where we have bold, sold, and consulted on clean energy
MWh of EACs delivered over past 5 years
Countries from which we source EACs
Environmental Finance Top REC Trading Company (N.A.)
Global EAC clients
3Degrees has procured over 600 million MWh of renewable energy on behalf of customers around the globe.
Elevate your impact
3Degrees is committed to supporting a just energy transition that results in an equitable, regenerative economy for all. We offer innovative social impact products that improve global access to clean, reliable energy, integrating social and environmental co-benefits into our customers’ renewable energy procurement strategies. Interested in driving a deeper impact?
3Degrees works with Energy Peace Partners (EPP) to sell P-RECs and has been designated an “Experienced P-REC Seller”. EPP developed the “Experienced P-REC Seller” distinction to help buyers identify advisory firms that can support them with understanding the role of P-RECs in their clean energy-related impact strategy and with executing P-REC transactions efficiently.
Energy attribute certificate FAQs
Visit the FAQs page to review answers to common questions about RECs and other global EACs
Suggested insights
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