An eligible activity happens
This might be an efficient NSW upgrade, Victorian Energy Upgrades activity, rooftop solar system, renewable power generation or verified emissions reduction.
See what energy certificates are worth and what they actually mean
Certificate markets can help fund eligible upgrades, renewable generation and emissions reduction. Start with the plain-English explanation, then inspect the latest reported trade and six months of price history.
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A certificate turns a verified outcome into something that can be traded
Certificates are created and checked
The relevant scheme sets the rules. Accredited participants create certificates and the regulator or registry checks the evidence.
Certificates can be bought and sold
Energy retailers, liable entities, businesses or government buyers purchase certificates to meet obligations or voluntary goals.
What “spot price” means here
The price of the latest reported certificate trade
It is not the wholesale electricity spot price, a fixed government rebate or the amount a customer will automatically receive. A provider may deduct fees and takes responsibility for eligibility, evidence and certificate creation.
Collecting the latest reported trades and six-month history.