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Renewable Energy Certificates: What are RECs and why they matter?

Tata Power · last updated

Did you know that every unit of clean electricity generated in India can have its own digital certificate? These are called Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), and each one proves that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity came from a renewable source like solar, wind, or hydro.

The REC India mechanism helps bridge the gap between those who produce green power and those who want to use it. They make renewable energy measurable, tradable, and easy to support for everyone from large corporations to everyday consumers. Let’s find out how these certificates work and how they are shaping India’s renewable energy journey.