What is REGOs (Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin)?
UK certificates that prove electricity was generated from renewable sources. REGOs enable organisations to claim renewable electricity consumption and reduce their Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method.
Why it matters
REGOs are the mechanism behind renewable energy tariff claims in the UK. Without REGO-backed evidence, a business cannot credibly claim zero-emission electricity in its carbon report. Understanding how REGOs work helps avoid overstating renewable energy benefits.
Example
An energy supplier provides REGO certificates covering 100% of a client's 200,000 kWh annual consumption. The client uses these certificates to report zero market-based Scope 2 emissions in its carbon report.
Related terms
Market-based Method
A Scope 2 calculation method that reflects emissions based on the electricity an organisation has chosen to purchase, such as renewable energy tariffs. This method uses supplier-specific emission factors and renewable energy certificates.
Renewable Energy
Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, including solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass. Switching to renewable energy is one of the most effective ways to reduce Scope 2 emissions.
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