Center for Resource Solutions

?? Washington’s Cap-and-Invest Program & Western Market Changes Washington is considering linking its Cap-and-Invest program with California-Québec’s carbon market. CRS has submitted feedback to ensure renewables are properly accounted for in wholesale electricity markets and avoid double-counting of GHG reductions. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNPc5kMr Meanwhile, in the broader Western power market, new protocols for tracking and reporting GHG emissions are being developed by CAISO & SPP. These updates could impact corporate sustainability reporting and voluntary clean energy markets. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g3iinyER Why it matters: As Western states integrate electricity markets, accurate GHG tracking is critical for policy compliance, voluntary purchases, and corporate sustainability claims. #EnergyMarkets #CarbonAccounting #GHGReporting #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy

Join CRS's Christopher Cooper at #IBCE25 on the panel discussion From Concept to Commercial Operations: Achieving Project Success. The International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine, is the largest, fastest-growing event of its kind. In 2025, this event is expected to draw nearly 1,000 attendees. The program will include 30-plus panels and more than 100 speakers, including 90 technical presentations on topics ranging from anaerobic digestion and gasification to pyrolysis and combined heat and power. In addition to the speaker line-up and technical sessions, there is an expo hall and equipment area to provide attendees with a comprehensive overview of the current state of the biomass industry. The expo hall also features the popular Innovation Stage, where companies will have the opportunity to demonstrate the latest technologies used by their company and within the industry. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gYMFqW2x

2025?Green Power Leadership Awards Application Period Now Open! Annual awards honor outstanding achievements by individuals and organizations in expanding opportunities for green power The application period for the?2025 Green Power Leadership Awards?is open March 11th through April 18th. The awards recognize individuals, companies, or other renewable energy industry leaders that are building the market for green power. Any party may submit applications or nominations, and there is no limit to the number of applications that may be submitted per party for the awards. ?? Learn more and submit: https://lnkd.in/ggJQf7ce

?? Rates increase in 2 weeks! ?? The renewable energy landscape in Asia is moving faster than ever, and no other conference offers a greater advantage for those who build, buy, and market clean energy than Renewable Energy Markets? Asia. Join industry leaders who have already registered, including: ? Chief Associate,?Sumitomo Corp ? Associate General Counsel,?Meta ? Principal, Climate & Energy,?Nike ? Senior Manager, Operations,?Suntory Beverage ? Asia Strategic Sourcing Lead - Energy,?Corning International ? Head of Procurement East Asia Cluster,?HSBC ? Global Category Manager,?Maersk ? and many more! Register soon before rates go up after 19 March! ?? https://lnkd.in/geFfzUT

?? Oregon’s HB 2021 & Voluntary Renewable Energy Products Oregon’s clean energy law (HB 2021) aims to transition utilities to 100% clean electricity, but recent PUC decisions have removed requirements for RECs in voluntary renewable energy products. In response, Green-e? Energy announced standard changes to restrict eligibility of RECs reported for compliance—a move to prevent double counting and protect voluntary market impact. Why it matters: These changes affect businesses and consumers purchasing voluntary renewable energy in Oregon and beyond. CRS is engaging with stakeholders to address transparency concerns. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gq3cepWB #RenewableEnergy #GreenPower #Sustainability #EnergyPolicy #CleanEnergy

?? Minnesota’s 100% Carbon-Free Standard: Implementation Challenges Minnesota’s new 100% carbon-free electricity standard requires utilities to reach 80% CFE by 2030 and 100% by 2040. However, current Public Utility Commission (PUC) rules allow utilities to count grid average carbon-free energy without associated renewable energy certificates (RECs). CRS has raised concerns that this approach double-counts renewable generation attributes, impacting credibility for voluntary markets and corporate buyers. Instead, we’re advocating for a residual mix methodology that ensures accurate carbon-free energy claims. Why it matters: Strong REC-based accounting protects corporate sustainability goals and prevents misleading claims. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnRp-RWZ #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #EnergyMarkets #Sustainability #CarbonFree

?? Call for Speakers Now Open ?? Applications are now being accepted for speakers at?REM? 2025, taking place at the Hilton Americas-Houston, September 3–5, 2025. We are seeking speakers and moderators who can educate, engage, and lead discussions with attendees from across the clean energy landscape, including energy sellers, utilities, developers and facility owners, corporate and institutional purchasers, and other stakeholders across the North American renewable energy markets. Speakers can apply for workshops, panels, keynotes, and small group discussions. ?? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g8tR3hhb

?? Just Released ?? Transparency and Accurate Accounting in the Electricity Sector: The Importance of All-Generation Tracking and Residual Mixes for State Programs All-generation electricity certificate tracking and residual mixes are two related and essential tools that can help states ensure transparency and accuracy in their electricity programs and in retail electricity markets more generally. These mechanisms help establish an accurate picture of electricity generation and consumption, prevent double counting, and support state renewable energy and climate policies. ?? Read the full document: https://lnkd.in/gxWAMsii

?? Avoiding Double Counting in Clean Energy As Western states accelerate their clean energy programs, new electricity market frameworks are emerging to allocate generation and emissions to load-serving entities. But without proper coordination with existing renewable energy certificate (REC) tracking systems, these frameworks could lead to double counting of renewable energy and associated emissions—undermining the integrity of state and voluntary clean energy claims. Why it matters: ?— Double counting threatens Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) and other state renewable energy markets ?— It could affect other programs like California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard and Washington’s Clean Energy Transformation Act ?— Eligibility for certain incentives, such as the 45V hydrogen tax credit, could be affected The solution: Aligning new market allocation frameworks with existing REC systems to ensure clean and renewable energy tracking remains accurate, transparent, and credible. ?? Read more in our latest post: https://lnkd.in/gTa7Wfa7 #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyMarkets #Sustainability #GHGAccounting

?? California Policy Update: SB 253 & Cap-and-Trade California’s SB 253 Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act is now in effect, requiring large companies to report Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. CRS is following this closely to ensure reporting aligns with market-based emissions accounting and prevents double counting of renewables. ?? Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gsHeECZc Meanwhile, the Cap-and-Trade Program is set for updates in Q1 2025, including the Voluntary Renewable Energy Program (VREP). Proposed changes could add 5.5 million allowances to support voluntary renewable energy purchases. ?? Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gR3-ywmA Why it matters: These policies will impact corporate sustainability reporting, compliance costs, and clean energy procurement strategies. #ClimatePolicy #GHGReporting #CarbonAccounting #CleanEnergy #Sustainability